Network Switches Procurement by Pakistan Telecom Authority

Pakistan Telecom Authority is issuing a tender for the procurement of network switches under a national single stage one envelope bidding process. The tender document, dated 24 July 2026 with a closing date of 10 August 2026, covers goods procurement for network switching equipment. The procurement is being managed by Khaliq Hussain, Assistant Director - Procurement (Admin), based at the PTA offices in F-5/1, Islamabad, Federal territory. Eligible bidders must meet specified eligibility criteria including financial capacity, past experience with similar contracts, and current contract commitments. Bidders are required to submit a bid securing declaration and must demonstrate compliance with integrity pact requirements. The bid documents are available through the designated procurement portal and must be submitted in a single envelope as per the specified format and schedule.

PTA seeks network switch equipment via single-envelope tender with 17-day closure. Standard bidding framework applies: eligibility hinges on prior relevant experience and financial standing. No budget or item count disclosed in cover pages. Bid securing declaration mandatory. Typical procurement for telecom infrastructure modernization; scope and quantities require review of full specifications section.

Who can bid: Bidders typically require PEC category G or equivalent for goods supply in Pakistan, valid NTN and SECP registration, and demonstrated prior experience supplying similar networking equipment to telecom operators or government entities. The notice requires submission of past experience documentation and financial resource evidence; specific thresholds appear in the detailed criteria section.