Hiring of HR Consultancy Firm for Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan

The Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan (IPO-Pakistan) under the Ministry of Commerce invites qualified bidders for the hiring of an HR Consultancy Firm for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to cover consultancy services related to human resource management, aiming to enhance organizational capacity and efficiency. Items being procured: - Hiring of HR Consultancy Firm The procurement will be conducted through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process via the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) version 2.0. The procedure follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope method, incorporating Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bidders must submit a Bid Security in the form of a Demand Draft or a Bid Securing Declaration as specified in the bidding documents. All detailed terms, conditions, specifications, and requirements are available on the EPADS portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/98125. Proposals must be submitted electronically through EPADS v2.0 by Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The opening of proposals will occur the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Firms not yet registered on EPADS v2.0 are advised to register promptly at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. This opportunity requires bidders to be registered and compliant with FBR and ATL requirements. The use of EPADS ensures transparency and efficiency in the procurement process. Bidders should carefully review all documents and ensure timely submission to avoid disqualification. A practical tip for bidders is to complete their EPADS registration well in advance and thoroughly prepare their technical and financial proposals according to the QCBS criteria to enhance their chances of success.