Establishment of Research and Development Centre at Department of Archaeology and Museums Islamabad

The Department of Archaeology and Museums Islamabad is procuring consultancy services for the establishment of a Research and Development (R&D) Centre. This project aims to promote the soft image of Pakistan through cultural heritage by undertaking a Third Party Evaluation and Validation (TPEV) under the PSDP project. The scope involves setting up the R&D Centre at the Department's premises located in Islamabad, focusing on research, development, and cultural heritage promotion. Interested consultants and firms pre-qualified by the Planning Commission of Pakistan are invited to submit electronic bids via the EPADS platform. The technical bid must be comprehensive, addressing the scope of work, terms, and conditions as outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The financial bid will be opened only for those bidders who meet the technical qualifications and specified thresholds. Eligibility requires pre-qualification by the Planning Commission, valid FBR/ATL registration, and relevant experience in consultancy services related to cultural heritage or research development projects. The Earnest Money required is 2% of the bid value, to be submitted as a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or Pay Order in the name of the Director General DOAM Islamabad. The submission deadline is **July 13, 2026**, with technical bids opening at 1200 HRS on the same day. Bidders must submit their original bid security physically at the office of the Project Director, Research and Development Centre, Department of Archaeology and Museums, Sir Syed Memorial Building, 19-Ataturk Avenue, G-5/1, Islamabad before the online submission deadline. Manual bids will not be accepted. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of the original bid security in the correct format and to double-check all technical documents for compliance with the RFP requirements. Late or incomplete submissions will be rejected, so early preparation and adherence to guidelines are crucial for success.