Study for the Development of Strategic Petroleum Reserves

Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) invites qualified consultants to undertake a comprehensive Study for the Development of Strategic Petroleum Reserves in Islamabad. This consultancy aims to develop a practical and phased framework to enhance Pakistan's crude oil supply security, emergency response, and long-term energy resilience. The study covers a 25-year demand-supply assessment for crude oil and refined products, international benchmarking of strategic reserve models, infrastructure requirements including storage facilities and logistics, capital costs, financing arrangements, risk assessments, and a phased implementation roadmap. The scope includes consultations with key stakeholders such as refineries, oil marketing companies, pipeline operators, and government entities. The consultant must have expertise in strategic petroleum reserves, petroleum infrastructure, energy economics, policy, and project finance. Eligibility requires relevant PEC category, FBR/ATL registration, and proven experience in oil and gas sector consultancy, supported by completion certificates and financial statements. Bidders must submit technical and financial proposals via EPADS by the deadline of July 1, 2026, 14:00 hrs, with bid security and performance guarantees as specified. The technical bid must score at least 75 points to qualify for financial evaluation. The contract will be awarded based on Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) with 75% weight on quality and 25% on cost. Submission address for bid security is 09th Floor, Petroleum House, Ataturk Avenue G-5/2, Islamabad. A practical tip for bidders: ensure all required documents including bid bond, company registration, and non-collusion certificates are complete and uploaded on EPADS to avoid disqualification. Early registration on EPADS and thorough review of the bidding document will facilitate smooth submission and compliance with all procedural requirements.