Pre-qualification of Advertising Agencies for Sui Southern Gas Company Limited 2026-28

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC), a leading integrated gas company operating in Sindh and Balochistan, is inviting pre-qualification submissions from reputed advertising agencies for the financial years 2026 to 2028. This procurement is specifically managed by the Corporate Communication Department based in Karachi. The scope involves professional advertising services to run SSGC’s print, electronic, and social media campaigns. Agencies will be evaluated through a two-stage process including technical and financial assessments. The technical scope requires agencies to demonstrate strong creative portfolios across print, electronic, and digital media, including ATL, BTL, and social campaigns. Applicants must have at least five years of accreditation with the All Pakistan Newspaper Society (APNS) and Pakistan Broadcaster Association (PBA), valid membership of the Pakistan Advertising Association, and a proven track record with national and multinational clients. Financial stability and presentation skills will also be assessed. Eligibility criteria include valid NTN registration, FBR Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status, submission of last financial year’s income tax return, and registration with federal and provincial tax authorities. Agencies must be based in Karachi with full operational capacity to handle ATL, BTL, and digital/social business independently. The tender requires earnest money in the form of a physical bid bond submitted to the Tender Room at SSGC Head Office, with electronic bid submission via EPADS portal. The tender was published on **May 14, 2026**, with a submission deadline of **June 1, 2026, at 11:00 hours**. Bids will be publicly opened online at 11:30 hours on the same day. Interested bidders should ensure all documents are signed, stamped, and uploaded correctly on EPADS, and the physical bid bond is submitted on time to avoid rejection. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the marking criteria and ensure all mandatory documents, including technical literature and financial statements, are complete and properly certified. Early registration on EPADS and confirmation of bid submission by fax to the General Manager (Procurement) is advisable to avoid last-minute issues.