The Ministry of IT and Telecom has issued a tender notice inviting eligible firms to apply for the selection process related to the establishment of National Artificial Intelligence Hubs across Pakistan. The initiative marks a step toward building dedicated infrastructure aimed at supporting the growth and coordination of AI related activities across different regions of the country.
Interested firms are required to apply through the government’s EPADS V2.0 procurement system, with the complete bid document available on the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority’s electronic procurement portal. The ministry has structured the selection process through this centralized digital procurement platform, reflecting the government’s broader shift toward conducting public sector tenders through standardized online systems rather than traditional paper based processes.
As part of the tender process, a pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for Friday, August 7, 2026, giving prospective applicants an opportunity to seek clarification on the tender requirements and submission process before finalizing their bids. The bid opening has been set for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, marking the point at which submitted proposals will be formally reviewed as part of the selection process.
The establishment of National AI Hubs across the country reflects the government’s continued push to build out physical and institutional infrastructure dedicated to artificial intelligence development, an area that has become an increasing focus for the Ministry of IT and Telecom as part of its broader digital transformation agenda. Firms interested in participating in the tender process can reach out to the ministry through the contact details listed in the official notice for further procurement related queries.
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