Hiring of Services for Third Party Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing of IT Systems

The Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC) Procurement Department in Karachi invites qualified and eligible bidders to submit bids for the hiring of services for Third Party Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing of IT Systems as per the Bill of Quantities (BOQ). This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted under the Single Stage One Envelope procedure using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Items being procured: - Hiring of Services for Third Party Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing of IT Systems (1 job) The scope includes comprehensive security testing of IT systems to identify vulnerabilities and potential penetration points. The service provider must have the technical competence, financial resources, and experience to perform the contract effectively. Bidders must be registered with FBR, possess valid NADRA citizenship documentation, and comply with all eligibility criteria outlined in the bidding documents. A bid security in the form of Pay Order, Bank Guarantee, or Bid Securing Declaration is mandatory. The contract duration is 120 days with expected commencement on March 15, 2027. Bids must be submitted electronically via the EPADS v2.0 portal before the deadline of Monday, September 7, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The bid opening will occur on the same day at 11:00 AM on EPADS. Interested bidders should carefully review the detailed terms, conditions, and specifications available on the EPADS portal and SSGC website. One practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents including the valid PEC certificate and bid security to avoid disqualification. For any clarifications, bidders may request through EPADS up to three days before the submission deadline. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for IT security firms to engage with a leading energy company in Karachi and contribute to strengthening its cybersecurity posture.