Nepal Rastra Bank Invitation for Sealed Quotations for High Spec Computers 2082/83
1st February 2026, Kathmandu
Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank of Nepal, has formally invited sealed quotations from registered suppliers for the procurement of high specification computing equipment through its Assets and Service Management Department in Baluwatar, Kathmandu.
NRB Sealed Quotations
This procurement initiative, announced in early February 2026 (Magh 2082), is divided into specialized categories to support the bank’s technical and data processing capabilities. The bank aims to equip its civil engineering and data processing units with advanced hardware to enhance operational efficiency and maintain the high standards required for central banking operations.
Specific Procurement Categories and Quantities
The current invitation specifically targets the supply and delivery of high performance computing systems tailored for professional technical use. According to the official notices published on February 1, 2026, the procurement is organized into the following lots:
High Spec Computers for Data Processing: The bank is seeking two sets of high specification computers specifically configured for data intensive tasks. This lot is identified under Sealed Quotation Number NRB/GOODS/SQ/4.2/082/83.
High Spec Computers for Civil Engineers: A separate lot has been established for two sets of computers designed for civil engineering applications, which typically require high processing power for CAD and structural analysis software.
Estimated Security Amount: Bidders are required to provide a bid security amounting to a minimum of 20,000 rupees for the data processing computers lot. This security must remain valid for at least 75 days from the last date of submission.
Eligibility and Application Process for Suppliers
To participate in the bidding process, suppliers must be registered and possess the necessary technical qualifications to supply high end IT hardware. The Nepal Rastra Bank has emphasized a digital first approach by requiring electronic submissions through the Public Procurement Monitoring Office (PPMO) e-GP portal.
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Interested bidders can obtain further information and inspect the bidding documents directly on the PPMO website at www.bolpatra.gov.np/egp. A non refundable documentation fee of 1,000 rupees must be deposited into the specified bank account at the Nepal Rastra Bank Banking Department in Thapathali, Kathmandu, before submitting the electronic bid. The specific account details for this fee are 1100000-030-012-524 under the head of Miscellaneous Income for the Financial Management Department.
Submission Deadlines and Opening Schedule
The bank has set strict deadlines for the submission and opening of these sealed quotations to ensure a transparent and timely procurement cycle. For the high spec computers for data processing, the following schedule has been established:
First Date of Publication: 2082/10/18, which corresponds to February 1, 2026.
Submission Deadline: Electronic bids must be submitted through the e-GP system on or before 12:00 PM (Noon) on 2082/11/04, or February 16, 2026.
Bid Opening Date: The submitted bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives at 1:00 PM on February 16, 2026, at the Assets and Service Management Department in Baluwatar.
Technical Compliance and Bank Rights
All supplied equipment must meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the bidding documents. The bank reserves the right to conduct a thorough technical evaluation of the proposed hardware to ensure it meets the rigorous demands of civil engineering and data processing workloads. Furthermore, Nepal Rastra Bank maintains the right to accept or reject any or all quotations, either wholly or partly, without assigning any specific reason. If the final submission date falls on a public holiday, the next working day will be considered the last day for submission and opening.
Conclusion and Ongoing Infrastructure Projects
The procurement of high spec computers is part of a broader infrastructure and maintenance drive currently being undertaken by the Nepal Rastra Bank. Other active projects in early 2082 2083 include the repair and maintenance of the fourth floor of the Block B building at Baluwatar and the installation of concertina wire at the Dhangadhi office boundary wall. By investing in both physical and digital infrastructure, the central bank continues to modernize its facilities to support the evolving needs of the Nepalese financial system.
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