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 invites bids for the hiring of a Resource Augmentation Firm for EPADS. This procurement is for professional non-consultancy services to support the development, enhancement, optimization, maintenance, and operational continuity of the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) and its associated modules and applications. Items being procured: - Team Lead (Backend Developer) (1 Qty) - Backend Developers (9 Qty) - Frontend Developers (4 Qty) - Video-Tutorial Creator & Animator (1 Qty) - Graphic Designer (1 Qty) - Quality Assurance Engineer (1 Qty) - Assistance Quality Assurance Engineer (1 Qty) The scope includes provision of qualified technical human resources for software development, application support, quality assurance, database management, system administration, and related IT operations. The firm will be responsible for development, enhancement, customization, optimization, troubleshooting, integration with third-party systems, deployment support, cybersecurity compliance, documentation, and coordination with PMU-EPADS and stakeholders. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR (NTN and GSTN) and Pakistan Software Export Board with a minimum of 5 years' experience. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in procurement, contract management, supply chain management, or inventory management projects, and provide qualified personnel as per detailed specifications. The bidding process follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure with Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS). Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Manual submissions are not accepted. Bid security of PKR 500,000 is required. Technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. Bidders are advised to carefully review the detailed terms, conditions, and specifications available on the EPADS portal. The contract period is initially one year with possible extensions based on performance. The firm must ensure compliance with labor laws and maintain confidentiality. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents including bid security and technical submissions well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Familiarity with the EPADS platform and adherence to the prescribed bid format will enhance your chances of success. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for firms specializing in IT resource augmentation to contribute to a key federal digital platform in Islamabad.