Hiring of Tax Consultant for Tax Services

The ICT Employees Social Security Institution (ICT Employees Social Security Institution) based in Islamabad Capital Territory is procuring consultancy services for hiring a Tax Consultant for Tax Services under Financial Year 2026-27. This procurement is aimed at engaging a qualified tax consultant to provide comprehensive tax advisory and compliance services in line with relevant Income and Sales Tax laws applicable to the institution. The scope of work includes timely preparation and e-filing of annual income tax returns, monthly sales tax returns, and withholding tax statements. The consultant will also review tax deductions from vendor payments, respond promptly to statutory notices from tax authorities, calculate withholding tax on employee salaries, and provide updates on changes in tax laws. Additional services on a call-out basis include drafting appeals, attending audit proceedings, and assisting in tax exemption renewals. Eligible bidders must be registered firms with valid FBR/ATL registration, possess ICAP/ICMAP licenses, and have experience with tax matters for public, private, and corporate sector clients. The firm should have satisfactory QCR ratings and qualified Chartered Accountants on their team. The bid must include a bid security of Rs. 50,000 in the form of a Pay Order or CDR. The submission deadline is Monday, July 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with proposals to be submitted online via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The technical bid will be evaluated first, followed by the financial bid under the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical and financial proposals, ensuring all required documents and authorizations are included. A practical tip for bidders is to register early on the EPADS v2.0 platform and thoroughly review the bid documents to avoid disqualification due to incomplete submissions or non-compliance with bid security requirements. Ensuring timely submission and adherence to all eligibility criteria will enhance the chances of success in this competitive procurement.