Hiring Individual Consultants for Research Studies on Vocational Training, Public Sector Monitoring, Industrialization, Social Protection, and CSR in Sindh

This tender from the Planning & Development Department, Government of Sindh, invites experienced individual consultants in Karachi for research studies focused on vocational training, public sector project monitoring, rural industrialization, social protection, and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The consultancy aims to bridge gaps in education and labor market demands, develop results-based frameworks, identify industrial barriers, assess social protection resilience, and analyze CSR effectiveness. The research involves detailed analysis of social sciences, economics, and public health fields, requiring a Master's degree and at least five years of relevant experience. Consultants will conduct mixed-method research, including literature reviews, surveys, interviews, and stakeholder consultations. The studies will be completed within 1 to 1.5 months, with deliverables including inception, progress, draft, and final reports. The work is based in Karachi, with a focus on Sindh's socio-economic challenges and corporate governance. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC categories relevant to consultancy services and maintain an active FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The department emphasizes adherence to SPPRA rules and submission protocols. The tender requires submission through the EPADS portal and a hard copy by the deadline. The submission deadline is set for 6th April 2026 at 2:00 pm, with technical and financial proposals to be submitted to the Director General, Research & Training Wing, Planning & Development Department, located at Fayyaz Centre, Mezzanine Floor, Opposite FTC Building, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi. Proposals not submitted via EPADS will be rejected. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the terms of reference and ensure your CV highlights relevant experience in CSR and social sector research. Missing the EPADS submission or hard copy deadline is a common pitfall, so plan accordingly to avoid disqualification.