Hiring of Tax Consultancy Firm for Independent System and Market Operator of Pakistan (ISMO) Guarantee Limited

This tender invites bids from ICAP registered Chartered Accountant firms for tax consultancy services in Islamabad under the Independent System and Market Operator of Pakistan (ISMO) Guarantee Limited. The assignment covers income tax and sales tax advisory and compliance, including preparation and filing of returns, audit representation, appeals, and refund applications. The scope includes detailed tax consultancy on income tax computations, audit proceedings, withholding tax matters, and sales tax returns for federal and provincial jurisdictions. The firm will assist in legal appeals and liaise with tax authorities, ensuring compliance with the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 and related laws. The contract is initially for one year with possible extension based on performance, emphasizing timely and professional service delivery. Bidders must be ICAP registered with a satisfactory QCR rating and demonstrate at least 15 years of experience, including work with government or semi-government power sector entities. PEC category is not applicable, but firms should ensure FBR/ATL compliance and meet all 2025-26 tax and registration requirements. The evaluation includes technical and financial scoring, with a minimum 60% technical score required to qualify for financial bid opening. Submission deadline is at 10:30 am on 27th January 2025 via the e-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (e-PADS). Bid opening follows at 11:00 am at ISMO Building, Pitras Bukhari Road, H-8/1, Islamabad. Bidders should prepare sealed technical and financial proposals as per TORs and ensure all required documents are attached. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the TORs and ensure your firm's QCR rating and tax compliance documents are up to date. Missing or incorrect documentation often leads to disqualification. Also, confirm your bid is submitted on e-PADS before the deadline to avoid rejection.