Procurement of Islamabad Security Dialogue Event Management & Consultancy Services

The National Security Division (NSD) Islamabad invites qualified firms to participate in the procurement of consultancy services for the Islamabad Security Dialogue Event Management & Services for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is planned under fund reference P82273 and aims to engage expert consultants to manage and provide services for this significant security dialogue event in Islamabad. Items being procured: - Consultancy services for Islamabad Security Dialogue Event Management & Services The scope includes comprehensive event management services covering planning, coordination, and execution of the security dialogue event. The procurement will be conducted through the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure using the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in line with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Eligible bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit proposals electronically via the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) portal. All proposals must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of Pay Order or Banker's Cheque or a Bid Securing Declaration as per the bidding document. The RFP documents detailing terms, conditions, and specifications are available online at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/82273. The submission deadline is Friday, August 21, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with proposal opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Consultants or firms not yet registered on EPADS v2.0 are advised to register promptly at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. For assistance, a tutorial on the registration process is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. The Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) is notified as per Rule 48 of Public Procurement Rules, 2004. The notification copy is available on the procuring agency's website and EPADS v2.0 as well as the Authority's website at www.ppra.org.pk. Interested bidders should ensure compliance with all eligibility criteria including PEC category, FBR/ATL registration, and earnest money requirements. The procurement is managed by the National Security Division, Section Officer, Room No.301-c, PMO, Islamabad Capital Territory. Contact details: +92-335-541-4195, email so.admin@nsd.gov.pk. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully follow the electronic submission guidelines to avoid disqualification due to procedural errors. Early preparation of bid security and thorough review of the RFP documents will enhance your chances of success.