This tender invites qualified event management firms in Peshawar to provide professional services for the upcoming Peshawar Literary Festival 2026 under the Directorate of Youth Affairs Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The scope focuses on non-consulting event management services, ensuring a well-organized cultural event in the city. The selected firm will handle all aspects of event management including planning, coordination, and execution of the festival activities. The work requires close collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders in Peshawar, ensuring smooth logistics and participant engagement. The Directorate expects adherence to regulatory standards and timely delivery of services to meet the festival's objectives. Bidders must be registered with the KP Revenue Authority and provide an affidavit confirming no blacklisting by any provincial or federal body. Compliance with tax deductions such as Income Tax and STS is mandatory. The tender follows the Single Stage One Envelope procedure as per KPPRA Rules 2014, and firms should be prepared to submit Earnest Money amounting to 2% of the total quoted bid via Call Deposit Receipt (CDR). The submission deadline is set for 03 April 2026 at 10:00 am, with bid opening at 10:30 am on the same day at the Directorate of Youth Affairs office, Plot No. 28 Sector E8 Phase 7 Hayatabad Peshawar. Interested parties must submit bids online through EPADS, as hard copy submissions will not be entertained. Pro-Tip: Ensure your firm’s registration with KP Revenue Authority is up to date and prepare the Earnest Money CDR carefully, as incomplete or incorrect documentation is a common reason for disqualification in such tenders.