CDA Invites Proposals for Development & Operation of Weekly Community Markets in Islamabad

Issuer: Capital Development Authority (Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad)

Purpose: Inviting proposals from experienced event planners, market operators, community-event organizers and social enterprises for the development and operation of weekly community markets at designated public spaces in Islamabad.

Proposed Locations

Market Days & Timings

Summer (March–October): Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 3:00 PM–7:00 PM.
Winter (November–February): Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Note: Timing may be changed by MCI or District Administration.

Market Size & Activities

Minimum 25 stalls and maximum 40 stalls per market (subject to site conditions and MCI approval). Activities include arts & crafts, handmade products, food & beverage, wellness, children’s activities, student businesses, women-led enterprises, family-run businesses and community activities.

Revenue Sharing

Operator may retain up to 30% of stall fee revenue as a management fee. Minimum 70% revenue shall be deposited with MCI.

Operator Responsibilities

Operator to manage stall arrangement, programming, cleanliness, waste management, public facilitation, marketing, security, coordination and restoration of site after every event. Only temporary and removable structures shall be permitted.

Proposal Submission

Interested operators shall submit company profile, experience, market concept, layout plan, vendor strategy, marketing plan, cleanliness plan, security plan and financial model in hard copy to the office of Director DMA, MCI on or before the notified closing date.

Mandatory/Supporting Documents

CNIC, photograph, business profile, product portfolio, social media links, experience proof and business plan.

Slot Allocation & Selection

Up to 30% stalls may be curated by the selected operator. Minimum 70% stalls shall be allotted through a transparent MCI selection process.

Operator Evaluation Criteria (100 marks)

Note: Submit proposals and supporting documents to Director DMA, Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad. Check official CDA/MCI channels for the notified closing date and further details.