Procurement of Consultancy Services for Ecosystem Development by Pakistan Software Export Board

The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) invites qualified consulting firms and consultants to pre-qualify for the procurement of consultancy services focused on Ecosystem Development, including Policy Analysis, Formulation, Reforms, and Industry Data Development for the fiscal year 2026-27. This pre-qualification is a prerequisite for participation in the subsequent Request for Proposals (RFP) process, where selected consultants will be contracted. Items being procured: - Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Ecosystem Development consultancy services covering Policy Analysis, Formulation, Reforms & Industry Data Development. The scope involves applying part of the reserved funds to cover eligible payments under this contract. The process is open to all national applicants who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the pre-qualification documents. Interested parties can obtain the complete set of documents via the EPADS v2.0 portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/110551. Applications must be submitted electronically through EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM. E-bids will be opened the same day at 3:30 PM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Applicants not yet registered on EPADS v2.0 may register at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. Applicants should ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, and note that a Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) is notified for this procurement. The notification copy is available on the procuring agency's website and the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) website at www.ppra.org.pk. A practical tip for bidders: Early registration on the EPADS portal is crucial to avoid last-minute technical issues. Ensure all required documents are complete and uploaded before the deadline to avoid disqualification.