Upgradation of Smarter Mail Software License for PNSC

This tender invites bids for the upgradation of Smarter Mail software license for the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) located in Karachi, Sindh. The procurement falls under the IT Software & Licenses category and is managed by the MIS Department of PNSC. The project is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the existing mail server capabilities with the latest enterprise perpetual license supporting 1000 mailboxes. The scope includes the supply and delivery of the latest build of Smarter Mail software license to the MIS Department at the 12th Floor, PNSC Building, M.T Khan Road, Karachi. The procurement process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must be registered on the EPADS v2.0 portal and submit their bids electronically. The technical and financial bids will be evaluated on the basis of fixed prices quoted in Pakistani Rupees. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC registration requirements and maintain a valid FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The bid security must be submitted in the form of a pay order physically to the MIS Department before the bid submission deadline. The tender requires bidders to have at least one year of IT-related experience and not be blacklisted by any government or private sector organization. The submission deadline is set for 11:00 AM on Friday, April 3, 2026, with bid opening scheduled at 11:30 AM the same day via the EPADS v2.0 platform. Physical submission of bid security is mandatory at the MIS Department office. The address for submission and correspondence is the MIS Department, 12th Floor, PNSC Building, M.T Khan Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration on the EPADS v2.0 portal and double-check the bid security submission requirements. Missing the physical submission of the bid security before the deadline will lead to disqualification. Also, carefully review the bid documents for any addenda or clarifications issued through EPADS to avoid non-compliance.