Feasibility Study and Transaction Advisory Services for Aquaculture Park Project in Sindh

The Sindh Economic Zones Management Company (SEZMC) in Karachi is procuring comprehensive feasibility study and transaction advisory services for the development of an Aquaculture Park Project in Sindh under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode. This initiative aims to modernize and enhance the aquaculture sector in District Thatta by establishing a model zone featuring modern shrimp farming, hatcheries, water management infrastructure, and processing facilities. The scope includes detailed technical, financial, legal, environmental, and social assessments, master planning, utilities requirement analysis, and transaction structuring. The consultancy will also cover marketing and investor outreach, bid management, transaction negotiations, and support to achieve financial close. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR, SRB, and Pakistan Engineering Council, possess relevant PEC categories, and demonstrate experience in aquaculture feasibility studies and PPP projects. The assignment duration is 30 months with payments linked to deliverables. The bid submission deadline is 16th June 2026 at 1300 hours PST, with technical proposals opened at 1400 hours the same day at SEZMC's Karachi office. Bidders must submit a bid security of PKR 5 million and comply with all eligibility and technical criteria. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure the availability and participation of all key professional staff at official meetings, as non-attendance results in payment deductions. The submission address is 2nd Floor, Block A, Bahria Complex IV, Choudhry Khaliq Uz Zaman Road, Karachi, Pakistan. Contact details include phone +92 21 99332220 and email aquaculture@sezmc.gos.pk. The tender follows the Sindh Public Procurement Rules 2010 and uses Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method. This is a significant opportunity for firms with expertise in aquaculture, PPP advisory, and infrastructure development to contribute to a landmark project in Sindh.