Provision of Expertise for Developing Competency Directory, Reviewing Succession Planning Framework and Conducting & Reporting Skills Gap Analysis

The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) in Islamabad Capital Territory is procuring consultancy services for developing a comprehensive Competency Directory, reviewing the Succession Planning Framework, and conducting & reporting Skills Gap Analysis. This assignment is critical for CPPA's Human Resource Management function and aims to enhance talent management across junior, middle, and senior management levels. The scope includes designing a competency directory covering technical, behavioral, managerial, and leadership competencies with proficiency levels. The consultant will conduct structured assessments for senior and middle management to identify skill gaps and propose targeted development plans. Additionally, the existing succession planning framework will be reviewed and benchmarked against best practices, with recommendations for improvements and knowledge transfer to CPPA's HR team. Eligible bidders must have at least 6 years of experience, be registered with FBR and GST, and demonstrate proven expertise in competency development, succession planning, and skills gap analysis. The technical bid requires detailed documentation including company profile, project team qualifications, clientele details, accreditations, and financial turnover. The financial bid will be opened only for technically qualified bidders. The tender is published with a submission deadline of June 9, 2026, 02:00 PM, with bids to be submitted online via EPADS. Earnest Money in the form of a Pay Order of PKR 100,000 is required. The contract duration is up to 120 calendar days from award. Bidders should ensure timely submission and compliance with all requirements. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the technical proposal with all required documentary evidence and ensure registration on EPADS to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers an excellent opportunity for qualified consultancy firms to contribute to CPPA's strategic HR initiatives with a clear scope, defined deliverables, and structured evaluation criteria. The department emphasizes transparency, adherence to PPRA rules, and quality-based selection.