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NBF EOI: Pre-Qualification of Publishers & Textbook Developers (Prep–Grade 12)
NBF EOI · Islamabad · Express,
Tender advertisement published in Express on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, listed under Islamabad. Issued by NBF EOI. The last date printed on the advertisement was Thursday, 17 September 2026 and has passed.
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National Book Foundation (NBF), Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Government of Pakistan, invites Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for pre-qualification of established and experienced publishers and textbook developers (Textbook Development Firms/Companies) across Pakistan to participate in competitive development of textbook manuscripts for Prep to Grade 12 based on the National Curriculum of Pakistan as notified by the National Curriculum Council Wing (NCCW).
| Issuer | National Book Foundation (NBF), Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training |
| Purpose | Pre-qualification of publishers/developers to develop textbook manuscripts for Prep–Grade 12 |
| Eligibility | Established and experienced Publishers and Developers (Textbook Development Firms/Companies) across Pakistan |
| EOI documents / TORs | Available at www.nbf.org.pk |
| Bid security | Refundable Rs. 50,000 with the EOI application in the prescribed manner |
| Pre-qualification stage | No manuscript required at this stage; pre-qualified firms will be invited for Phase-II |
| Phase-II submission | Pre-qualified publishers/developers to submit fully developed and professionally designed manuscripts within 30 days for subjects/grades specified by NBF |
| Agreement | NBF to execute a 3-year agreement with each pre-qualified publisher/developer (pre-qualification does not guarantee selection, publication, minimum work or royalty) |
| Royalty | 5% royalty on the Net Price of copies sold for each textbook published after obtaining NOC and approvals |
| Reservation | NBF reserves the right to verify information/documents and accept/reject applications or annul the pre-qualification process in accordance with PPRA Rules/Regulations |
| Submission method & address | Applications with required documents in sealed envelopes to Deputy Director (Textbooks Development), National Book Foundation, 6-Mauve Area, Taleemi Chowk, G-8/4, Islamabad |
| Deadline | Applications must reach NBF by 17 September 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Contact | Phone: 051-9261536 |
All facts and requirements are as stated in the published EOI notice; consult the EOI documents/TORs on the NBF website for application format and detailed instructions.
Published in Express on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.
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- What is the last date for this tender?
- The advertisement prints Thursday, 17 September 2026. That date has passed.
- Which newspaper published this tender?
- Express, in the edition of Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
- Which city is this tender for?
- Islamabad — the location listed for this advertisement.
- How do I respond to this tender?
- Follow the instructions printed in the clipping; the advertiser’s own page is linked from this one. Applications are not submitted through this page.
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