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Description / Scope of Work
The Pakistan Software Export Board invites proposals for third-party validation, performance audit, monitoring and verification of skill development initiatives and tracer research under the Revamping IT Industry Landscape initiative. This consultancy services engagement is issued on a national basis using a single stage two envelope procurement process. The scope encompasses comprehensive evaluation and independent verification of skill development programs aligned with Pakistan's IT industry modernization strategy. The assignment requires specialized expertise in audit methodology, program evaluation, and labor market research to assess training outcomes and industry alignment across the Federal territory. Bidders must meet specified eligibility criteria including relevant experience in third-party validation, audit services, and research methodologies. The bid security and specific financial parameters are detailed in the proposal data sheet. Interested organizations should obtain complete bid documents by contacting the Program Manager at the Pakistan Software Export Board office located in the 6th Floor, New State Life Building, Blue Area, Islamabad. Proposals must be submitted in two envelopes comprising technical and financial components. The opening and evaluation process will follow the prescribed timelines with public bid opening held at the organization's premises. All correspondence, including submission and queries, should be directed to the Program Manager using the contact details: phone +92-300-603-9929 or email mshoaib@pseb.org.pk.
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This RFP seeks independent audit and verification services for IT skill development programs under a federal modernization initiative.
The assignment appears medium-scale and technical in nature, requiring demonstrated competency in labor market tracer studies and third-party validation methodologies. Notable requirement: bidders must be capable of nationwide evaluation and evidence-based assessment. The two-envelope process signals formal procurement with technical and cost separation, typical of government consultancy services. Ideal fit for consulting firms with prior experience in education program audits and employment outcome research.
Who can bid: The notice does not specify PEC category or detailed registration requirements. Typically, consultancy service providers must hold valid NTN registration and corporate entity status (SECP registration if private firm). Experience in audit, monitoring and verification services is implicitly required. Organizations proposing as consortiums must provide joint venture documentation per the included forms.