This tender invites expert legal consultancy services in Karachi from Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company for drafting a Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO) to govern the trade and export of gemstones. The consultancy focuses on creating a unified legal framework to formalize and regulate the gemstone sector, enhancing transparency and compliance across the value chain. The scope includes drafting provisions for registration and licensing of traders, pre-export certification, export documentation, valuation controls, and digital traceability. The SRO aims to standardize export procedures, promote domestic value addition, regulate imports for processing, and ensure financial compliance with anti-money laundering laws. The work requires a deep understanding of trade laws, export regulations, and sector-specific challenges in Karachi's gemstone market. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC categories relevant to consultancy services and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for the 2025-26 financial year. The tender follows a single stage two-envelope system with technical and financial bids evaluated on a 70/30 marks basis. Earnest Money Deposit of 2% of the bid amount is mandatory, and all bids must be submitted online via e-PADS v1.0. Submission deadline is set for 3rd April 2026 at 4:00 PM, with bid opening at 4:30 PM online. Physical attendance for bid opening is allowed at the PGJDC office, Ground Floor PIDC House, Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Karachi. Bidders must submit all required documents including bank statements, tax returns, and affidavits as per tender instructions. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the technical evaluation matrix and ensure your methodology clearly addresses coordination with public and private stakeholders to maximize scoring. Also, verify all bid conditions to avoid disqualification due to incomplete submissions or missing Earnest Money.