Warranty, Support and License for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches

The Ministry Of Interior & Narcotics Control Headquarters NADRA Islamabad invites sealed electronic bids from eligible bidders for the Warranty, Support and License of Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches. This procurement is specifically for the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) located in Islamabad. Items being procured: - Warranty for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches - Support for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches - License for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches The technical scope includes providing warranty, support, and licensing services for the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Switches, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with NADRA's IT infrastructure requirements. Bidders must be registered with Income Tax and Sales Tax authorities and be on the Active Tax Payers List (ATL) of the FBR. The procurement will follow the Single Stage-Two Envelope method with evaluation based on the Lowest Cost Based Selection (LCBS) in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of Bank Draft, Pay Order, or Bank Guarantee. Vendors are required to submit hard copies of NTN Certificate, Sales Tax Registration proof, Business Registration Proof, and an undertaking of Non-blacklisting on company letterhead along with the original bid security. The deadline for bid submission is Monday, August 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Bids must be submitted electronically through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/77788. Bidders must register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM via EPADS. Manual submissions will not be entertained. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and submission on the EPADS platform to avoid any last-minute technical issues, as the procuring agency will not be responsible for delays caused by bidder-side technical problems.