This tender invites bids for the deployment of next generation Optical Fiber Network and related services under the Universal Service Fund (USF) for FY25-26 in Islamabad. The Universal Service Fund is seeking qualified bidders to participate in a reverse auction for small lot projects aimed at expanding fiber optic connectivity in underserved districts such as Kech and Panjgur. The scope includes the installation and operation of optical fiber networks with a contractual service period of 10 years. Bidders will be responsible for meeting technical and service delivery standards as outlined in the information package available upon registration. The projects require bidders to have strong technical capabilities in fiber optic infrastructure deployment and network services, ensuring reliable connectivity in challenging geographic areas. Bidders must be USF contributors, active taxpayers with verifiable ATL status, and hold valid NTN and Sales Tax registrations. These documents are mandatory and must be submitted with the technical proposal. The bid bond amount is PKR 2 million per lot, payable as per the Request for Auction (RFA) guidelines. The procurement process follows open competitive bidding with a reverse auction format to determine the subsidy awarded to the successful bidder. The submission deadline is on the 26th of January 2026 at 3:00 PM, with bid opening scheduled shortly after at 3:30 PM. Bids must be submitted to the Universal Service Fund office located at 3rd Floor, Evacuee Trust Complex, Agha Khan Road, F-5/1, Islamabad. Late submissions will be returned unopened. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid bond and registration documents are complete and submitted on time. Missing the Earnest Money or incorrect documentation often leads to disqualification. Also, carefully review the information package on the USF website to understand the auction process and technical requirements fully.