Hiring Consultant for Performance Audit of Hot Water Treatment Plants in Karachi

The Department of Plant Protection (DPP) in Karachi invites qualified consultants for a comprehensive performance audit of 22 Hot Water Treatment (HWT) plants. This consultancy focuses on verifying SPS compliance, operational capacity, and documentation integrity for the 2025 mango export season. The audit covers technical integrity of treatment systems, calibration of sensors, and adherence to SOPs across all registered HWT plants in Sindh and Punjab. Consultants will assess approved versus actual throughput, operational practices, and the oversight role of Pre-Shipment Inspection Agencies (PSIAs). The assignment demands a detailed methodology, field audits, data analysis, and plant-specific reporting to support DPP's regulatory decisions. Consultants must be registered Chartered Accountants with proven experience in public sector audits, possessing adequate financial strength and human resources including sectoral experts. The evaluation will weigh technical competence (70%) and financial proposal (30%) under QCBS rules. Compliance with PEC categories, FBR/ATL status, and submission of Earnest Money are mandatory. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PPRA E-PADS portal by 11:00 AM on 30th March 2026, with technical bids opened at 11:30 AM the same day. The physical address for correspondence is the Department of Plant Protection HQ, 1st Floor, Malir Halt, Karachi. The contract duration is 50 days post Notice to Proceed. Pro-Tip: Ensure your technical proposal clearly demonstrates understanding of SPS requirements and audit methodology tailored to Pakistan's HWT plants. Missing or incomplete documentation can lead to disqualification. Also, verify your registration and tax status to avoid administrative delays.