Hiring of Legal Counsels/Lawyers/Advisors on Panel for COMSATS University Islamabad

COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), a prominent public sector educational organization based in Islamabad, is inviting sealed proposals from tax-registered individuals, firms, or companies for the hiring of legal counsels, lawyers, and advisors to be included on its legal panel. This procurement is specifically for the Principal Seat and Islamabad Campus of COMSATS University. The procurement is managed by the Treasurer Department located on the 3rd Floor, Faculty Block-II, Park Road, Tarlai Kalan, Islamabad. Items being procured: - Hiring of legal Counsels - Lawyers - Advisors - Panel inclusion for various legal categories and cases The scope of this procurement involves the selection and shortlisting of qualified legal professionals who will be placed on a panel to provide legal services to COMSATS University Islamabad. The panel will be used for various categories and cases as required by the university. The initial shortlisting will be for one year with the possibility of renewal according to PPRA and CUI rules. Selected panel members may be requested to provide detailed fee structures and methodologies on a case-by-case basis. Eligibility criteria are stringent and include mandatory registration with GST and NTN, inclusion on the Active Taxpayer List (ATL) of FBR, valid registration and membership with the respective Bar, and submission of proof of non-blacklisting. Candidates must have a valid LLB degree attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and demonstrate relevant experience, including at least 8 years in service matters, Supreme Court matters, and cases related to educational institutions. Detailed documentation of successful verdicts and client lists is required. Failure to meet any mandatory requirement will result in disqualification. The deadline for submission of sealed proposals is **July 30, 2026, by 1100 hours**. Proposals must be delivered to the office of Muhammad Qasim, Senior Program Officer, Treasurer Department, COMSATS University Islamabad. Bids will be opened half an hour after the closing time in Room No. G-6/G-8, Ground Floor, Faculty Block-I, COMSATS University Islamabad, in the presence of bidders who choose to attend. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure that all required documents, including the declaration form, proof of registration, ATL status, valid Bar membership, and experience proofs, are complete and properly attested. Incomplete or unsigned bids, or those submitted late, will be rejected. Also, regularly check the CUI website for any addenda or corrigenda to the bidding documents to avoid missing critical updates. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for legal professionals to engage with a reputable educational institution and contribute to its legal affairs with transparency and professionalism.