Comprehensive Marine Resource Mapping and Zoning for Sustainable Ocean Management

The Directorate General of Fisheries, Government of Balochistan, invites electronic proposals through the Electronic Public Procurement System (EPPS) for a consultancy assignment focused on comprehensive marine resource mapping and zoning aimed at sustainable ocean management. This tender is specifically issued by the Directorate General of Fisheries located in Quetta, Balochistan. Items being procured: - Comprehensive Marine Resource Mapping & Zoning for Sustainable Ocean Management This consultancy involves detailed mapping and zoning of marine resources to support sustainable management of oceanic assets. The scope includes data collection, analysis, and preparation of zoning plans that align with environmental and economic sustainability goals. The project requires expertise in marine sciences, GIS mapping, and resource management. Eligibility criteria include completion of at least two assignments of similar nature and complexity, with a turnover of at least PKR 50 million during the last three consecutive years. Firms must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for Income Tax and be present on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Additionally, a valid Balochistan Revenue Authority (BRA) registration certificate and PEC/PCAD registration, as applicable, are mandatory. The firm must not be blacklisted by any procuring agency or authority in Pakistan. The procurement procedure follows a Single Stage - Two Envelope Bidding Procedure. A bid security equal to 2% of the estimated cost must accompany the proposal, issued by a scheduled bank in favor of the undersigned. Financial proposals will only be opened for consultants whose technical proposals are evaluated and approved. The RFP document can be downloaded from the BPPRA website at www.bppra.gob.pk. The proposal submission deadline is **10 August 2026 at 12:30 PM** through EPPS, with proposal opening scheduled for **10 August 2026 at 1:30 PM** at the office of the undersigned. The office address is Block 12, Civil Secretariat, Quetta. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your technical proposal clearly demonstrates your firm’s relevant experience and financial capacity as per the eligibility criteria, and submit your bid security in the correct format to avoid disqualification.