Hiring of Resource Augmentation Firm for EPADS

The Project Management Unit of E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (PMU-EPADS) under the Federal Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) Islamabad is procuring professional resource augmentation services specifically for the development, enhancement, optimization, support, maintenance, and operational continuity of the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS). This procurement is based in Islamabad Capital Territory and targets qualified firms capable of providing non-consultancy services for the fiscal year 2025-26. The scope includes provision of experienced technical human resources such as backend and frontend developers, video tutorial creators, graphic designers, quality assurance engineers, and assistance quality assurance engineers. The firm will be responsible for software development, application support, database management, system administration, cybersecurity, and integration with third-party systems. The contract requires adherence to security and confidentiality protocols and compliance with applicable labor laws. Eligible bidders must be registered with FBR, possess valid registration certificates, and demonstrate relevant experience in ERP, financial integration, and government projects. The technical bid requires submission of CVs of proposed human resources and a detailed monthly salary breakdown. The submission deadline is Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM via the EPADS v2.0 platform. Manual submissions are not accepted. The bid security must be submitted in prescribed forms and original hard copies delivered to the PMU-EPADS office in Islamabad. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and familiarization with the EPADS v2.0 e-bidding system, as all bids must be submitted electronically. Early preparation of technical documentation and compliance with bid security requirements will enhance the chances of successful participation. The contract duration is initially three years with possible extensions based on performance. Payments will be processed monthly against verified invoices. Bidders should carefully review the detailed terms and conditions in the bidding documents to avoid disqualification.