Appointment of CA Firm for Audit of Terminal Operating Companies

Karachi Port Trust Finance Division invites qualified firms for the appointment and hiring of a Chartered Accountant (CA) firm to conduct the audit of terminal operating companies. This tender is specifically for firms capable of delivering comprehensive audit services in Karachi, Sindh. Items being procured: - Appointment / Hiring of CA Firm for Audit of Terminal Operating Companies The scope includes a detailed audit of terminal operating companies under the Karachi Port Trust umbrella. The technical evaluation criteria, scope of work, and other terms are detailed in the tender documents available on the EPADS website. Bidders must be registered and comply with all statutory requirements including Sales Tax Registration (FBR/SRB), Income Tax Registration, and NTN certificates. Eligibility requires firms to have relevant audit experience, valid PEC registration if applicable, and be listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). The tender documents can be accessed online at www.epads.gov.pk. Bidders must submit their bids both online via EPADS and physically in a sealed envelope containing separate financial and technical proposals to the office of the Chief Accounts Officer at Karachi Port Trust. The last date and time for receipt of bids is **29-JUL-2026 at 10:30 hours**, with the opening scheduled for the same day at 11:00 hours. A pre-bid meeting will be held on **15-JUL-2026 at 11:00 hours** at the office of General Manager Finance, KPT Head Office, Karachi. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your financial and technical proposals are clearly separated and sealed as per instructions to avoid disqualification. Also, attend the pre-bid meeting to clarify any ambiguities and strengthen your submission. This tender offers a significant opportunity for CA firms with audit expertise to engage with a major port authority in Pakistan, ensuring compliance with PPRA rules and maintaining high standards of financial transparency.