Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
The Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, is inviting quotations for media monitoring services under RFQ-003902. The procurement comprises two service categories: (1) 24/7 TV news content and PR monitoring services from television channels (12 units), and (2) print media monitoring across Sindh and Punjab publications combined with digital media monitoring from specific websites, blogs and Globe (12 units). The services are to be delivered to the Stores at IBA Main Campus, University Road, Karachi, Sindh. This is a service-based procurement requiring qualified vendors with demonstrated capability in comprehensive media surveillance across multiple platforms and geographic regions.
Bidders must meet qualification criteria and scope of work specifications as detailed in the attached documents. The notice does not explicitly state mandatory licenses, registrations, or bid security requirements, though vendors are typically expected to be registered with relevant tax authorities (NTN) and meet corporate registration standards. Payment will be made by crossed cheque following invoice submission and service delivery. General Sales Tax applies to applicable items, with government taxes and stamp duty (0.35% on total Purchase Order value) charged as per applicable rates and SRO provisions. Advance payments require bank guarantee.
Quotations must be submitted to the Purchase Department, IBA Main Campus, University Road, Karachi by 27 July 2026 at 10:00 AM. Bidders are advised to contact the Purchase Department on telephone 021-38104700, Extension 2153 for clarification. IBA reserves the right to accept or reject any quotation, cancel items, issue Purchase Orders to different lowest bidders for individual items, or alter quantities without assigning reason. A liquidity damage clause of 2% per month applies to delayed delivery, and the rate quoted is final with no subsequent changes permitted.
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IBA is seeking qualified vendors for dual-track media monitoring: round-the-clock TV news and PR coverage, plus print monitoring across two provinces plus digital web/blog surveillance. The tender requests 12 units each of two distinct services over an undisclosed contract period. This appears to be institutional communications support for an academic body. No bid security or advance payment is mentioned as mandatory, though bank guarantees may be required for advances. The tight submission window and emphasis on attached qualification criteria suggest prior vetting may apply.
Who can bid: The notice does not explicitly state registration or licensing requirements. Vendors are typically expected to hold NTN (National Tax Number) and corporate registration with SECP or equivalent authority. Media monitoring firms should possess relevant certifications and demonstrated track record in broadcast, print and digital surveillance across Pakistan.