Independent advisory · Karachi, Pakistan

Navigate public tenders with confidence.

Government tender documentation, bid compliance and technology procurement advisory, led by Haris Bin Maqsood—bringing 31 years of public-sector experience to private-sector readiness.

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31 yearsPublic-sector experience
BS-20Senior executive grade
IT & infrastructureSpecialist procurement focus
Government tender readiness•IT · software · hardware•Documentation & compliance•Executive-level perspective
The advantage

Know the requirements before you submit.

A strong bid begins long before submission. Missing documents, overlooked eligibility conditions and unclear technical requirements can turn an opportunity into an avoidable setback.

HBM Consultants helps businesses understand public-sector procurement requirements, organise mandatory documents and prepare coherent, compliant submissions. The work is led by someone who has managed public-sector technology procurement from the institutional side.

Engagements can be focused reviews of a single tender or broader advisory support across procurement, governance and digital transformation.

Areas of expertise

Practical advice. Clear deliverables.

Specific support for vendors, technology companies and organisations preparing to work with the public sector.

01 / TENDER READINESS

Government Tender & Bid Compliance

Turn a complex RFP or tender notice into an actionable submission plan.

  • Eligibility and prequalification reviews
  • Mandatory document and compliance checklists
  • Technical and administrative response reviews
  • Final bid completeness checks
02 / TECHNOLOGY PROCUREMENT

IT, Software, Hardware & Infrastructure

Support procurement decisions and bids involving sophisticated technology requirements.

  • Specifications and technical requirements
  • Evaluation criteria interpretation
  • Vendor capability and evidence mapping
  • Technology governance and oversight
03 / EXECUTIVE ADVISORY

Public-Sector Technology Governance

Institutional perspective on the systems, controls and operational decisions behind reliable public services.

  • Enterprise IT oversight
  • Systems modernisation and automation
  • Management information and reporting
  • Operational continuity
04 / SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS

Independent Review & Leadership

Senior-level independent input when organisations need scrutiny, structure or direction.

  • Procurement process and document reviews
  • Executive and technology leadership advisory
  • Data management improvement
  • Defined-scope consulting engagements

All assignments are subject to appropriate conflict-of-interest and post-employment checks. No government influence, preferential access or contract award is offered or implied.

How we work

A straightforward engagement process.

01

Share the challenge

Send the tender notice, RFP or a brief description of the procurement issue.

02

Scope the work

Clarify eligibility, deadline, required documents, deliverables and engagement terms.

03

Review & prepare

Identify gaps and support preparation of a structured, evidence-backed response.

04

Final readiness

Conduct a completeness review and hand over submission-ready documentation for client approval.

Leadership & credibility

Haris Bin Maqsood.

Haris built his career at Pakistan’s Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI), joining in 1995 and retiring in September 2026 after progressing through roles including Assistant Director, Deputy Director, Director and Deputy Director General.

His experience includes government-side procurement responsibilities spanning evaluation, approvals and awards—particularly in information technology, software, hardware and infrastructure. He also oversaw nationwide information systems supporting monthly pension services for approximately 500,000 beneficiaries.

Earlier in his career he worked in data processing at Gallup Business Research Bureau. He holds an MSc in Statistics from the University of Karachi and an MBA from SZABIST, where he also served as visiting faculty.

1995–2026 · EOBIDeputy Director General (BS-20), Head of IT — final role
2000–2021 · SZABISTVisiting faculty
1992–1995 · Gallup Business Research BureauAssistant Manager, Data Processing

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Frequently asked questions

Questions before you engage.

What does a government tender consultant help with?

An adviser can review eligibility, interpret tender and prequalification requirements, organise mandatory paperwork, prepare compliance checklists and assess whether a response addresses stated criteria. Submission and award decisions remain with the relevant authority.

Which tender categories are relevant to HBM Consultants?

Primary expertise covers IT, software, hardware and technology infrastructure procurement, alongside institutional governance and digital transformation. Suitability for any assignment is assessed individually.

Can HBM Consultants guarantee that my company will win a government contract?

No. HBM Consultants provides independent documentation, readiness and compliance advice. It does not promise awards, influence procurement committees or offer privileged access.

Can we engage for a single RFP or tender submission?

Yes. Enquiries may involve a specific tender or a broader advisory mandate. Share the scope and deadline by email or WhatsApp to discuss feasibility and terms.

Let's talk

Have a tender, procurement question or executive assignment?

Send the opportunity details and timeline. HBM Consultants can discuss an independent, clearly scoped engagement subject to availability and appropriate compliance checks.

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HBM Consultants is presented as an independent advisory practice. It is not affiliated with, supported by or endorsed by EOBI or any government department. Client engagements must comply with applicable procurement and post-employment requirements.