Procurement of 11KV Bus Coupler 25KA

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) based in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is procuring 11KV Bus Coupler 25KA for its regional store. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the electrical infrastructure with high-quality equipment conforming to WAPDA/NTDC/IEC standards. The scope includes supply of two units of 11KV Bus Coupler 25KA with delivery expected within 150 days from the issuance of the purchase order. Bidders must comply with technical specifications, provide valid type test reports from accredited laboratories, and ensure the equipment is new, unused, and free from defects with a warranty period of 24 months from acceptance or 18 months from installation, whichever is earlier. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have relevant PEC category, FBR registration, and proven experience of supplying similar equipment in the last five years. Joint ventures are allowed with clear designation of lead member. The bid submission deadline is Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 02:00 PM via EPADS v2.0, with manual submissions not entertained. Bid security in the form of Call Deposit or Bank Guarantee is mandatory and must be submitted physically before the deadline. The technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 02:30 PM. Bidders are advised to register on EPADS v2.0 well in advance and ensure all required documents including manufacturer authorization, audited financial statements, and integrity pact are submitted. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the technical specifications and ensure timely submission of bid security to avoid disqualification. The procurement follows Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method ensuring fair competition and transparency. Hazara Electric Supply Company encourages all eligible suppliers to participate and contribute to strengthening the power distribution network in the region.