11KV Disc Insulator Supply

The Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) is inviting bids for the supply of 11KV Disc Insulators under contract reference P65900 for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is specifically for delivery to MEPCO Regional Stores located in Multan, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal, and D.G. Khan. The procurement process will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform, with a single stage one envelope bidding method based on Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS). Items being procured: - 11KV Disc Insulator (Quantity: 23,500 units) The delivery schedule is divided into two parts: 50% of the quantity must be supplied within 60 days or earlier, and the remaining 50% within 90 days or earlier from the date of issuance of the purchase order. The price quoted must be on a Free Delivery at Store (FCS) basis inclusive of all taxes, duties, 0.5% inspection charges, and GST. The insulators must conform to the WAPDA/PEPCO/NTDC specification P-0007:66 (amended to date). Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR, provide bid security, and comply with all technical and legal requirements including valid prototype approval if applicable. Bidders must not be blacklisted or debarred by WAPDA, DISCOs, GENCOs, or NTDC. The bid validity period is 75 days, and performance security of 5% of the contract price is required upon award. The technical scope includes inspection at the supplier's premises by the Chief Engineer (M.I) Lahore or authorized representatives along with MEPCO officials. Visual inspection will be conducted at regional stores upon delivery. The delivery period is critical and must be strictly adhered to. Payment will be made by MEPCO's Chief Financial Officer or through an irrevocable letter of credit from a scheduled bank in Pakistan. The bid submission deadline is Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 10:30 AM via EPADS v2.0 only; manual submissions will not be accepted. Bidders are advised to register on EPADS v2.0 well in advance and ensure compliance with all bidding instructions. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully prepare the bid security and performance guarantee documents as per the prescribed formats to avoid disqualification. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers of electrical insulators to engage with a major power distribution company in Punjab, Pakistan, under transparent and regulated procurement rules.