Upgrading Existing EOS/Obsolete Routers for Internet and B2B Connectivity at PSO House Karachi

Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO) invites quotations for upgrading existing End-of-Sale (EOS) and obsolete routers to enhance Internet and B2B connectivity at PSO House, Khayaban-e-Iqbal, Clifton, Karachi. This procurement involves supply, installation, configuration, and commissioning of Cisco C8235-E-G2 Secure Routers or equivalent, including all necessary hardware, software licenses, subscriptions, accessories, and support. Items being procured: - 4 units of Cisco C8235-E-G2 Secure Routers or equivalent - Cisco Routing Advantage Licenses - Medium - ENH 8X7XNCD Cisco C8200 Series Secure Router - 150WAC RPS Power Adapters - Power Cord Jumpers (2 meters) - Cisco Catalyst 8200 Rack mount kits - Power Adapter Rackmount Trays - Network Plug-n-Play Licenses - TE agent for IOSXE on Enterprise Routing for G2 Platforms - Cisco OS Essentials - Medium (Embedded, Perpetual) - IOS XE Autonomous Unified image - Cisco NIM Switch Module 8-port 1G RJ45 - GLC-TE 1000BASE-T SFP transceiver modules (Qty=2) - Cisco Secure Routing Subscriptions - Console cables The scope includes supply and delivery of the complete router solution, physical installation and rack-mounting at PSO NCC Room, license activation, configuration and integration with existing network infrastructure, security hardening as per Cisco OEM best practices and PSO policies, thorough testing and commissioning, and provision of OEM-backed 24x7 technical support for three years. Any additional required components must be provided at no extra cost. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be OEM or authorized Preferred Network and Security Partners in Pakistan, with valid OEM certificates and Manufacturer Authorization Forms. Bidders must be registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax authorities and provide proof. The bidding process follows a Single-Stage Two-Envelope procedure with separate sealed technical and commercial proposals. Delivery, installation, configuration, and testing must be completed within 8 to 10 weeks from Purchase Order issuance. On-site support must be available within two hours of complaint logging, with 24x7x365 service including public holidays. Prices are to be quoted in USD with payment made in PKR as per State Bank of Pakistan exchange rates on delivery date. A penalty of 0.1% per day on undelivered quantity applies, capped at 10% of the order value. Bidders should carefully prepare technical brochures and compliance sheets, ensuring all specifications and requirements are met. The submission deadline is **29 October 2026**. Bids should be submitted in sealed envelopes at the designated PSO procurement office in Karachi. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your Manufacturer Authorization Form and OEM certificates are current and clearly demonstrate your authorized status to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. Also, prepare for currency exchange rate fluctuations as payments will be made in PKR based on SBP rates at delivery. This tender offers a significant opportunity to supply critical network infrastructure to Pakistan's leading oil company, enhancing their connectivity and operational efficiency.