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EOI: Consultancy for Decarbonization of SMEs using ESG-Based Management Model (GIZ / Ministry of Commerce)
Tender advertisement published in Jang on Sunday, 18 October 2026, listed under Islamabad. The last date printed on the advertisement is Friday, 30 October 2026.
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Issuer: Government of Pakistan, Ministry of Commerce, implemented by GIZ Pakistan under the EU Support to Better Governance and Business Environment in Pakistan programme.
Purpose: Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from consulting firms to provide/perform a consultancy for the decarbonization of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) using an ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) based management model targeting selected industrial sectors and fostering inclusive, green growth with special attention to women-led or women-benefitting SMEs.
| Scope / Target Sectors | Textile & Apparel; Leather; Surgical & Medical Instruments; Rice Processing; Sports Goods |
|---|---|
| Key Objectives | Develop and implement an ESG-based management model for SME decarbonization; provide structured Environmental, Social and Governance management support, training, coaching, implementation support, validation and development of practical knowledge products. |
| Gender Focus | At least 20% of supported SMEs should be women-led, employ women, or directly benefit women. |
| Language for submission | English |
Compulsory firm requirements (summary):
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Firm registration & tax | Valid firm registration in Pakistan, tax registration and active taxpayer status. |
| Local presence | Regional / liaison office in Lahore; Project Manager and office address in Lahore must be provided. |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years of relevant private-sector experience in one or more targeted sectors and conducting decarbonization/ESG activities. |
| Technical capacity | Proven experience delivering training and consulting on decarbonization and ESG topics; at least two similar projects in the past 5 years (one should involve one of the listed sectors). |
| Geographic expert pool | Technical experts available in Lahore, Faisalabad, Karachi, Sialkot and Multan (short CVs to be submitted). |
| Financial capacity | Minimum combined financial turnover of PKR 7.5 million in the last 3 years, verifiable through filed income tax returns and financial documents. |
Submission requirements: Interested firms must submit a company profile with a table of contents and clearly structured sections addressing the above requirements. Evidence of relevant, recently completed projects demonstrating required qualifications should be included. Only relevant and required information should be provided. Firms that meet EOI eligibility will be invited to a detailed Request for Proposal (RFP).
Label the envelope: "10062008 - Expression of Interest (EOI) for 'Decarbonization of SMEs using ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) based management Model'."
Submission address and deadline: Submit one sealed envelope to GIZ Pakistan (bid box) at Serena Business Complex, Gate 06, Khayaban-e-Suharwardy, Sector G-5/1, Islamabad. Deadline: 2026-10-30.
Notes: Submission of an EOI does not guarantee inclusion in the RFP process. GIZ Pakistan reserves the right to accept or reject any submission. GIZ encourages participation by suppliers owned or operated by persons with disabilities and those demonstrating inclusive employment practices.
Published in Jang on Sunday, 18 October 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 Friday, 30 October 2026.
- Which newspaper published this tender?
- Jang, in the edition of Sunday, 18 October 2026.
- Which city is this tender listed under?
- Islamabad. That is the city recorded for this advertisement — taken from the notice where it names a place, and otherwise from the newspaper edition it appeared in.
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