Provisioning of Head-Hunting Services for Pakistan Software Export Board

This tender invites qualified firms in Islamabad to provide head-hunting services for Pakistan Software Export Board under the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication. The focus is on recruitment support for managerial and senior positions. The scope includes initiating search processes, publishing job advertisements in national newspapers and online platforms, and sourcing candidates from databases and networks. The firm will handle candidate shortlisting, verification of documents, and coordination of interviews. Psychometric and competency assessments may be required. The work demands a thorough understanding of recruitment cycles and compliance with PSEB's organizational needs. Bidders must be registered with FBR and on the Active Taxpayer List, with a valid NTN and Sales Tax registration. The firm should have a proven track record in head-hunting, especially for managerial roles, and must submit an earnest money deposit of PKR 50,000. The contract period is two years, extendable by one year based on performance. Compliance with PEC and FBR requirements for the 2025-26 financial year is essential. Submission deadline is set for 8th April 2026 at 03:00 pm, with technical bids opening at 03:30 pm on the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PPRA e-Procurement Portal. The physical address for correspondence is Manager Procurement, Pakistan Software Export Board, 6th Floor, New State Life Tower, Jinnah Avenue, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure the earnest money instrument is submitted physically before the deadline, as failure to do so will result in bid rejection. Also, carefully review the technical evaluation criteria to secure the mandatory 70% score before financial bids are considered.