Telecom System Satellite Direct Link for Natural Gas Installations

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) Karachi invites bids for the procurement of a Telecom System Satellite (Direct) Link for three natural gas installations on the Zarghon Pipeline near Quetta, Baluchistan. This tender is issued by the Procurement Department of SSGC Karachi and focuses on satellite-based connectivity to enhance communication for natural gas transmission and distribution in Sindh and Baluchistan. The technical scope includes providing a satellite iDirect link as per the Bill of Quantities, WAN network operation, maintenance, and management services for one year with an option to extend for two more years. The contractor will prepare detailed implementation plans, integrate existing LAN networks at Karachi and Quetta, design IP addressing schemes, and ensure network security by following international cybersecurity standards. Installation materials, accessories, consumables, and civil works for antenna mast installation are also part of the scope. The satellite link must be single hop with minimal delay, and the bidder must have a maintenance team stationed in Quetta with at least five years of experience in satellite services in remote Sindh or Baluchistan. Eligibility requires a valid PEC Category C-6 or above with specialization codes EE07, EE08, EE11(vi), and ME07(v). The bidder must be licensed by PTA for satellite services and be active in the FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL). The bid bond of Rs. 25,000 must be submitted as a pay order or demand draft in favor of SSGC. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS before the deadline of 18th June 2026 at 12:00 hours, with public opening at 12:30 hours the same day. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure all bid documents are signed, stamped, and uploaded correctly on EPADS, and to submit the physical bid bond to the Tender Room before the deadline to avoid rejection. Also, conducting a site survey by prior appointment is recommended to understand site conditions fully. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for experienced satellite service providers to engage with a leading gas company and contribute to critical infrastructure in Pakistan.