Pre-Qualification of Testing Service Provider for Written Testing and Recruitment Services

The Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (Procurement) invites bids for the pre-qualification of a Testing Service Provider (Firm/Agency/Company) for written testing and supplementary recruitment services for management (officers) and non-management (workers) positions. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. The contract is expected to commence on December 3, 2026, and will be valid for one year, extendable up to two years on the same terms and conditions. Items being procured: - Pre-qualification of Testing Service Provider for written testing services - Preparation and approval of sample question papers - Provision and management of eligible candidates' data - Preparation, translation, printing, and secure handling of test materials - Arrangement and conduct of written tests in major cities including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, and Quetta - Dispatch of Roll Number Slips and SMS notifications to candidates - Verification of candidates and deployment of monitoring teams - Compilation and submission of test results - Supplementary services including advertisement publication, online application processing, and preliminary scrutiny of applications The scope includes strict adherence to eligibility criteria, confidentiality, data security, and coordination with PSPC for approvals and supervision. Bidders must be registered with NADRA, FBR, and SECP, possess active taxpayer status, and not be blacklisted. The bidding process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique under the Public Procurement Rules, 2026. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 by 11:00 AM on November 16, 2026, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Bid security requirements and other terms are detailed in the bidding documents. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully review all bidding documents and eligibility criteria to avoid disqualification. Early submission of bids and bid security forms is recommended to comply with procedural requirements. This tender is specific to Karachi, Sindh, under the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (Procurement).