Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) is inviting bids for the procurement of Cyber Security Services under a national single-stage two-envelope bidding process. This is a non-consultancy services contract, meaning it involves the delivery of technical cyber security solutions and support rather than advisory or consulting expertise. The services are required at the Ministry's offices located in Islamabad Capital Territory on Constitution Avenue, Sector G-5. The bidding document has been issued on September 16, 2026, with submission and evaluation to follow the standard two-envelope procedure where technical and financial proposals are submitted separately to ensure transparent and competitive procurement.
Eligibility for this tender requires bidders to meet specified criteria detailed in the bid data sheet and eligibility section of the bidding document. Bidders must possess relevant technical qualifications and experience in delivering cyber security services to government or similar high-security entities. A bid securing declaration is required at the time of submission to demonstrate the bidder's commitment and financial capability. The contract will be governed by both general and special conditions, with performance guarantees expected from the successful contractor to ensure service quality and compliance with the Ministry's security requirements.
The complete bidding document including instructions to bidders, service specifications, scope of work, price schedule, and all required forms and declarations are available from the Ministry. Bidders must submit their bids in the specified two-envelope format by the closing date of October 5, 2026. For further information, queries, or clarifications regarding this tender, interested parties should contact the Deputy Director at the Ministry's office in Islamabad via phone +92-347-725-9108 or email adgs.sykb@mofa.gov.pk.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
MOFA is procuring cyber security services for government diplomatic operations—a high-stakes, security-critical engagement.
The two-envelope format and emphasis on bid securing declarations suggest serious vetting of contractor capability and financial stability. Service specifications are detailed in the annexure, likely covering threat monitoring, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and compliance support. This is a specialized sector where discretionary judgment in technical performance carries real consequences. The deadline is moderately tight relative to September issue date. Recurring renewal likelihood is moderate.
Who can bid: Typically, cyber security service providers must hold relevant industry certifications (ISO 27001, CISSP, CEH or equivalent), possess valid government security clearance eligibility, and be registered with SECP or hold active NTN. PEC registration is not applicable. Experience delivering services to government entities preferred. The notice does not explicitly state all requirements; check the Eligibility Criteria section (page 29) and BDS (page 25) for full detail.