Event Management Services for Inauguration Ceremony of Karachi Industrial Park Federal SEZ

Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC) is procuring professional event management services for the inauguration ceremony of the Karachi Industrial Park (KIP) – Federal SEZ located in Karachi, Sindh. This prestigious event requires a reputable Event Management Firm with proven experience in handling high-profile government events involving dignitaries such as the Prime Minister, Head of State, Governors, and Chief Ministers. The scope includes comprehensive event planning, coordination with protocol and security agencies, venue setup including marquees, stages, lighting, audio-visual equipment, branding, media management, hospitality, and post-event activities. The selected firm must be registered with PPRA on EPADS, be an active taxpayer, and not blacklisted or involved in litigation with any government organization. Experience requirements include successfully organizing at least three inauguration events involving top-level dignitaries within the last ten years. The contract period is six months, with readiness to execute the event at short notice. The submission deadline is 09 July 2026 at 1430 hours, with proposals to be submitted electronically via PPRA EPADS on a single stage one envelope basis. Bidders should ensure their proposals include a refundable bid security of PKR 1 million and comply with all eligibility and qualification criteria detailed in the RFP. The evaluation will be based on a Quality- and Cost-Based Selection method. The event management scope covers all aspects from event execution planning, infrastructure setup, protocol management, security facilitation, media coverage, hospitality, utilities, gifts, and post-event reporting. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly review the detailed scope and eligibility criteria, prepare a comprehensive event execution plan, and ensure timely submission through the mandated electronic platform. Early site visits and coordination with PIDC for clarifications can enhance proposal quality and compliance. This tender offers a significant opportunity for experienced firms to showcase their capabilities in managing high-profile government events with stringent protocol and security requirements.