Procurement of 11 KV Steel Cross Arm with Braces for Islamabad Electric Supply Company

This procurement opportunity is for the supply of 11 KV Steel Cross Arms with Braces by Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) in Islamabad, categorized under Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment. The Material Management Directorate of IESCO requires these steel cross arms to support electrical distribution infrastructure, ensuring reliable power delivery across the region. The contract involves manufacturing and delivering steel cross arms conforming to NTDC Specification DDS-13:2009 (amended to date). The items will be delivered to IESCO Regional Stores in Rawalpindi and Rajjar (Jhelum) within 45 to 75 days from the issuance of purchase orders. The supplier must ensure the use of prime materials and maintain strict quality standards to meet the technical and safety requirements of the electrical grid. Bidders must hold a valid PEC license and comply with FBR/ATL registration requirements for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender demands submission of a Bid Security in the form of Call Deposit or Bank Guarantee, and the successful bidder will provide a 5% Performance Guarantee. Compliance with all statutory and tax obligations is mandatory, including submission of sales tax invoices and clearance certificates. The submission deadline is set for 10:30 AM on Monday, March 30, 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. Bidders must submit their bids electronically; manual submissions will not be accepted. The physical address for bid security submission and correspondence is IESCO Headquarters, Street # 40, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully review the bid security requirements. Missing the original bid security submission before the deadline leads to immediate disqualification. Also, verify all declarations and certifications, especially regarding material specifications and manufacturer authenticity, to avoid technical disqualification.