This tender invites experienced Tax Consultant Firms to provide advisory services to Allama Iqbal Open University in Islamabad under the Consultancy category. The university seeks a firm with strong expertise in tax advisory, ensuring compliance with federal and provincial tax laws in Pakistan. The selected firm will serve on a retainership basis, offering comprehensive tax-related services including tax calculations, preparation of taxation documents, and filing for public and corporate sectors. The firm must demonstrate at least fifteen years of professional experience, with a minimum of three years serving public sector universities. The scope requires familiarity with accounting software and sound knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures, tailored to the university's operational environment in Islamabad. Bidders should ensure they meet the PEC Category requirements and maintain a satisfactory Quality Control Rating from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Pakistan (ICAP). Firms must be registered with Income and Sales Tax Departments and have an annual turnover exceeding PKR 50 million. Compliance with FBR/ATL status and 2025-26 fiscal year regulations is essential to qualify. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of 25th February 2026, 10:30 AM PST, through the e-PADS online portal. The technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM PST at Room No. 104, Academic Complex, AIOU Main Campus, Sector H-8, Islamabad. Original Proposal Security instruments must be delivered physically one day prior to submission. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the Request for Proposal Document for specific instructions on Proposal Security and ensure timely submission of both online and physical documents to avoid disqualification.