Services for Engagement of Independent Third-Party Auditor to Conduct Audit of PESCO IT System

Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) invites bids for the procurement of services for the engagement of an independent third-party auditor to conduct an audit of the PESCO IT system. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and aims to ensure transparency and compliance in PESCO's IT operations. Items being procured: - Engagement of an Independent Third-Party Auditor to Conduct Audit of PESCO IT System The scope of this tender includes a comprehensive audit of the IT system used by PESCO, covering all relevant processes and controls. The audit will require expertise in IT systems, security, and compliance standards applicable to the power supply sector. Bidders must be capable of delivering a thorough and professional audit report. Eligibility criteria include registration with FBR and ATL, relevant experience in IT audits, and compliance with PEC requirements if applicable. Bidders must provide a Bid Security in the form of Call Deposit Receipt or Bank Guarantee from a scheduled bank in Pakistan, favoring the CEO PESCO, Peshawar. Key dates include the submission deadline on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with bid opening at 10:30 AM the same day. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Room No. 311, MM Directorate, PESCO Headquarters, Shami Road, Peshawar. Manual bid submissions are not accepted; all bids must be submitted electronically via the E-PADS system. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on the E-PADS platform and to carefully prepare the bid security documents as per the instructions. Failure to submit the original bid security in a sealed envelope before the deadline will result in rejection. Familiarity with the EPADS v2.0 system and early submission can prevent last-minute technical issues.