Hiring of Independent Monitoring Consultant for Environmental Monitoring & Management Plan Implementation at Port Qasim, Karachi

National Dredging & Marine Services (NDMS) invites sealed proposals from qualified consulting firms for hiring an Independent Monitoring Consultant (IMC) to provide external/third party monitoring services for the implementation of the Environmental Monitoring & Management Plan (EMP) and compliance with conditions of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval granted by Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA). This consultancy is for the upgradation of the existing navigational channel at Port Qasim, Karachi, for a period of 19 months, extendable by 2 months. Items being procured: - Independent Environmental Monitoring Consultancy services - Monitoring of environmental safeguards during dredging activities - Preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual environmental monitoring reports - Compliance verification with EMP and SEPA conditions - HSE training monitoring and advisory services - Sampling and analysis of air emissions, sea water quality, dredging spoil contamination, ambient air quality, noise, solid waste, wastewater, and generator/vehicle emissions - Biodiversity monitoring including marine flora and fauna - Fire and safety inspections and guidance - Emergency procedures monitoring The scope includes site visits, environmental sampling as per defined frequencies, laboratory analysis by SEPA certified labs, and reporting to NDMS and SEPA. The consultant must ensure compliance with Sindh Environmental Quality Standards (SEQS) 2016 and international standards. Eligibility criteria include PEC certification code 1232(ii), minimum 15-20 years of environmental consultancy experience, valid NTN/STRN, ATL registration, audited financial statements for last three years with minimum turnover of PKR 300 million, and experience in at least two similar projects of PKR 2 million or above. Key experts required include environmental and social experts with relevant qualifications and experience. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes containing technical and financial proposals separately, following the Single Stage Two Envelope procedure. A bid security of PKR 500,000 in the form of Pay Order/Demand Draft in favor of Director, National Dredging & Marine Services is mandatory. Proposals must be delivered to Director, National Dredging & Marine Services, HQ National Logistic Corporation, Harding Road, GHQ, Rawalpindi. The bid opening will be held at the same address in the presence of bidders' representatives. A pre-bid meeting will be held as per tender notice. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure all required documents including PEC registration, tax certificates, audited financials, and bid security are complete and attached to avoid disqualification. Pay close attention to the technical proposal format and evaluation criteria to maximize scoring potential. This consultancy offers a significant opportunity to contribute to a major maritime infrastructure project while ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability at Port Qasim, Karachi.