Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
The National Logistics Corporation (NLC), a government entity under the Ministry of Commerce, invites sealed tenders for the supply and installation of information and communication technology (ICT) equipment at the NTOS Dry Port facility in Lahore, Punjab. This procurement covers branded, brand-new ICT equipment with complete technical specifications and installation support. The tender is open to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and OEM-authorized dealers or resellers who can demonstrate valid authorization documentation. Bidders must provide comprehensive technical data, equipment brochures, and a comparison chart against NLC specifications. The scope includes delivery and installation at the Lahore site with all relevant import documentation if required.
Eligibility requirements mandate that bidders hold a valid National Tax Number (NTN) or Sales Tax Registration Number (STRN) with active tax filer status at 100% compliance, along with a GSR compliance certificate. Prospective bidders must submit a tender fee and bid security as outlined in the bid qualification checklist. An authorization letter from the OEM (or authorized dealer) is mandatory, along with certification that the firm is not currently blacklisted and will comply with all tender conditions. Offers must be valid for a minimum of 90 days from the date of tender opening without conditions, and bidders must confirm their ability to meet the specified delivery period.
Tenders must be delivered to HQ NLC, Harding Road, Rawalpindi by the date and time specified in the tender notice, submitted in double sealed covers with separate technical and commercial offers. Technical specifications and requirements are detailed in Annex A of the bidding documents, with pricing format provided in Annex B. All prices must be quoted in Pakistani rupees inclusive of taxes, packing, and delivery to Lahore. Tender documents, detailed specifications, and submission formats are available from NLC headquarters. Late submissions and bids not conforming to technical specifications or eligibility criteria will be rejected. Non-responsive bids, those lacking required documentation, or submissions without bid security will be automatically disqualified.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
This tender seeks supply and installation of ICT equipment for a major dry port facility operated by Pakistan's national logistics provider.
The procurement appears medium to large in scale, requiring OEM authorization and comprehensive technical compliance. Bidders face a multi-stage qualification process with strict documentation requirements (NTN/STRN compliance, GSR certificate, authorization letters, technical brochures). The 90-day offer validity and delivery confirmation requirement suggest NLC expects rapid execution post-award. Notable: non-compliance with any single specification triggers automatic rejection; this is a one-off supply contract, not recurring.
Who can bid: Only OEMs or OEM-authorized dealers/resellers may bid. Mandatory requirements include active NTN/STRN registration with 100% tax compliance, GSR certificate, and OEM authorization letter. Bidders must not be blacklisted and must accept all tender conditions. Typical registration with SECP and clearance from FBR tax database expected. Firms must demonstrate capacity to deliver branded, new equipment with full technical support.