Hiring of Tax Consultancy Services for Karachi Tools, Dies & Moulds Centre

Karachi Tools, Dies & Moulds Centre (KTDMC) invites qualified and experienced tax consultancy firms to submit proposals for hiring tax consultancy services in Karachi, Sindh. The consultancy aims to support KTDMC in recovering outstanding refundable income tax, providing retainership advisory services, obtaining tax exemption certificates, and facilitating integration with the Federal Board of Revenue computerized system. Items being procured: - Assignment No. 1: Recovery of outstanding refundable income tax for tax years 2007 to 2025 - Assignment No. 2: Retainership services including advisory on income tax, sales tax, withholding tax, compliance review, and assistance with statutory filings - Assignment No. 3: Annual and semi-annual statutory compliance services for obtaining tax exemption certificates under section 159 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 - Assignment No. 4: Integration of sales data with FBR Digital Invoicing System through licensed integrator or PRAL, including testing, validation, dashboard access, and ongoing support The scope includes liaison with tax authorities, representation before FBR and Commissioner Inland Revenue, handling notices and queries, pursuing refund claims, and providing incidental advisory support to minimize future tax deductions. The consultancy must have proven experience in similar assignments, be registered with relevant tax authorities, and comply with all regulatory requirements. Eligible consultants must submit proposals via the E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (e-PADS) by 4th September 2026 at 10:30 AM. Technical proposals will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM at KTDMC office, Korangi Creek Industrial Park, Karachi. The evaluation will be based on quality and cost with a 70% weight on technical and 30% on financial proposals. Consultants are advised to attend the pre-proposal conference on 25th August 2026 at 11:00 AM at KTDMC Karachi office. Submission must include all mandatory documents such as NTN registration, affidavit of non-blacklisting, proof of experience, and registration with Tax Bar under Rule 87 of Income Tax Rules, 2002. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your technical proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience in recovering income tax refunds through FTO and working with Section 42 companies and state-owned entities, as these are critical evaluation criteria. Early engagement with KTDMC's finance team and thorough understanding of the refund claims will enhance your proposal's competitiveness. This consultancy offers a valuable opportunity to work with a government-owned entity focused on industrial development and capacity building in Karachi, providing a platform for long-term collaboration and professional growth.