This tender from Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited in Lahore invites bids for the supply of Ultrium LTO-08 data cartridges, barcode labels, and cleaning cartridges under IT & Office Equipment category. The procurement is aimed at fulfilling the company's requirement for high-capacity data storage media with native capacity of 12 TB and 30 TB with compression, including barcode labels and cleaning cartridges compatible with Ultrium drives. The scope includes delivery of 150 Ultrium LTO-08 data cartridges, 150 barcode labels, and 10 cleaning cartridges within 12 to 16 weeks at the company's head office in Lahore. The technical specifications demand magnetic metal particle media with specific barcode ranges and compatibility with multiple Ultrium drive generations. Bidders must submit technical and financial proposals separately under a single stage two envelopes system, ensuring compliance with detailed technical literature and bid evaluation criteria. Bidders should be registered with PEC and active on the FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) for the fiscal year 2025-26. Submission of bid bond, professional tax clearance, sales tax registration, and income tax certificates is mandatory. The tender requires a 90-day bid validity and adherence to delivery schedules with penalties for late delivery. The procurement process emphasizes transparency, with public opening of bids and strict compliance with PPRA rules. The submission deadline is set for 31st March 2026 at 14:30 hours, with bid opening at 15:00 hours on the same day at the SNGPL Gas House, 1st Floor, 21-Kashmir Road, Lahore. Bidders must submit original and duplicate copies of proposals both online via EPADS and physically at the specified address. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required documents, especially the bid bond and technical literature, as incomplete submissions or failure to comply with the bid evaluation criteria will lead to disqualification. Also, verify your ATL status before submission to avoid payment delays.