PC Invites EOI for Hiring of Financial Advisor for Pakistan Post Office Department (PPOD)

Islamabad, September 15, 2009

The Privatisation Commission has invited Expression of Interest (EOIs) from reputable firms/consortium of firms to act as Financial Advisor for the Pakistan Post Office Department (PPOD) transaction with a view to develop the financial services of PPOD into a world class organization delivering state-of-the-art financial services through the length and breadth of the country by adopting a Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode.

It is envisaged that advisory services will be spread over three phases. Phase-I will comprise a comprehensive due diligence of PPOD and identification of key issues culminating with a report on transaction options that best meet the government’s objectives. Depending on the transaction options approved by the Government.

Phase II will commence and the FA will also be involved in assisting PC in supervision of all activities leading to successful implementation of the approved transaction option (including restructuring plan). Once PPOD has been reorganized in line with the approved structure the FA will commence the traditional Privatisation activities while (Phase III) ranging from invitation of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) through to successful financial close.

Pursuant to receipt of the formal EOIs, interested parties will be provided with the Request for Proposal (RFP) package including a Letter of Invitation (LOI), including Terms of Reference (ToRs), transaction profile and other relevant information/instructions on the submission of technical and financial proposals.

The interested parties have been asked to submit EOI accompanied by a non-refundable processing fee of US $ 2000/- (US $ two thousand only) or equivalent Pak Rupees latest by October 20, 2009.