Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
IGNITE-National Technology Fund invites bids for the provision of services for design, deployment, operations and maintenance of Sovereign National AI Infrastructure under the National AI Innovation Hub (NAIIH). This is a non-consultancy services tender issued on a national basis using a two-stage, two-envelope competitive bidding process. The project encompasses comprehensive infrastructure development and ongoing operational support for the nation's AI capabilities, based in Islamabad. The scope includes detailed service specifications and performance requirements as outlined in the tender documents, with particular emphasis on technical competence and operational excellence in AI infrastructure management.
Eligible bidders must meet specified eligibility criteria detailed in the bid data sheet. Bidders are required to submit bid securing declarations and must comply with integrity pact requirements. The tender follows standard procurement procedures with technical and financial envelopes submitted separately, allowing for two-stage evaluation. Bidders should review the general and special conditions of contract, performance guarantee requirements, and service level agreements before submitting proposals. Detailed terms and technical specifications are provided in Annexure AB (Terms of Reference for NAIIH) and supporting documents.
Bid documents are available from IGNITE-National Technology Fund, Plot 7, Mauve Area, 3rd Floor, Telecom Foundation Complex, Islamabad. For further information, contact the Assistant Manager Procurement at +92-344-944-4314 or samiullah@ignite.org.pk. Bidders must follow the instructions to bidders section carefully and ensure all required procurement forms, technical submission forms and financial submission forms are completed as specified in the tender document. The closing date for bid submission is 21 September 2026.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
A major sovereign AI infrastructure development contract requiring capability across design, deployment and long-term operations. Large-scale, multi-year engagement covering national infrastructure; appears to demand advanced technical expertise, substantial operational capacity, and compliance with security/sovereignty requirements. Two-stage bidding suggests significant pre-qualification evaluation. No indication of framework or recurring nature — likely a single, complex project with extended operations phase. Bidding deadline is September 2026.
Who can bid: The notice does not specify PEC category, SECP/NTN registration, or sectoral restrictions in the visible pages. Typically, AI infrastructure services require registration with relevant Pakistani technology/ICT authorities, NTN, audited financials, and technical certifications. Bidders should review the full Eligibility Criteria section (page 29) and Bid Data Sheet for specific thresholds on experience, financial capacity and security clearances.