Legal Consultancy Services for Drafting SRO to Regulate Gemstone Trade and Exports in Karachi

This tender invites expert legal consultancy services in Karachi from the Ministry of Industries and Production through the Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company. The focus is on drafting a Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO) to govern the trade and export of gemstones, a critical step to formalize and regulate this fragmented sector. The consultancy will cover comprehensive legal drafting to establish a unified framework for registration, licensing, pre-export certification, export documentation, valuation, and compliance enforcement. The SRO aims to standardize procedures across mining, trading, processing, and export activities, enhancing transparency and aligning Pakistan's gemstone exports with international standards. The scope includes regulation of rough gemstone exports, import for processing, digital traceability, and financial compliance measures to curb under-invoicing and money laundering. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC categories relevant to consultancy services and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires submission of technical and financial bids with a 2% Earnest Money Deposit. The evaluation will follow a QCBS method, emphasizing project experience, methodology, and client portfolio. The submission deadline is set for 3rd April 2026 at 4:00 PM, with bid opening at 4:30 PM via the e-PADS online portal. Physical attendance for bid opening is allowed at the PGJDC office, Ground Floor PIDC House, Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Karachi. Pro-Tip: Carefully prepare the technical bid detailing your methodology and past experience with SRO drafting, as technical evaluation carries 70% weight. Also, ensure the Earnest Money Deposit is submitted correctly to avoid disqualification.