Prequalification of Event Management Firms for Ministry of Planning Islamabad 2025-26

This tender invites reputed event management firms to prequalify for providing comprehensive event management services at the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives in Islamabad for the financial year 2025-26. The scope includes managing events at the 'P' Block and its premises, requiring firms with strong portfolios in event planning, videography, social media management, live streaming, and content creation. Firms must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and have completed a minimum of three similar projects. The work demands handling multiple venues simultaneously, including boarding, lodging, and transportation logistics. The technical bid should include CVs of key staff and evidence of managerial and equipment capabilities to ensure high-quality event coverage and content production. Applicants must be registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments, hold a valid vendor number issued by the AGP, and have active tax payer status. Although PEC registration is required only for civil works, firms should maintain good financial standing with an average annual turnover exceeding PKR 2 million. Submission of audited financial statements or bank certificates is mandatory. The tender advises bidders to ensure compliance with FBR/ATL requirements and to prepare a Pay Order or Bank Draft of PKR 200,000 as Earnest Money, which will be converted into a Security Deposit for successful bidders. The submission deadline is set for 3rd February 2026 at 10:00 AM via the EPADS online portal, with electronic bids opening the same day at 11:00 AM. The physical address for correspondence is Room No 109, 'P' Block, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad. Manual bids will not be accepted. Pro-Tip: Make sure to carefully review the EPADS portal for any addenda or clarifications and ensure your technical bid includes all required documents, especially the affidavit and non-blacklisting certificate, to avoid disqualification.