132/11kV 31.5/40 MVA Power Transformer Supply

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) based in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is procuring two 132/11kV 31.5/40 MVA power transformers for its regional store. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the power distribution infrastructure in the region. The transformers must comply with the latest WAPDA/NTDC/IEC standards and specifications, ensuring high quality and reliability. The technical scope includes supply of distribution power transformers as per NTDC specifications amended to date. Bidders must provide valid type test reports from accredited laboratories and demonstrate at least five years of manufacturing experience with similar or higher rating equipment. The transformers should be new, unused, and warrantied for 24 months from acceptance or 18 months from installation, whichever is earlier. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR, have relevant PEC categories, and submit evidence of successful supply and operation of similar equipment in Pakistan. Joint ventures are allowed with a maximum of two members. The bid security must be submitted as Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with technical bids opened at 11:00 AM the same day. Manual submissions are not accepted. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit all required documents including manufacturer authorization, audited financial statements, and integrity pact to avoid disqualification. Early preparation of bid security and compliance with technical specifications will improve chances of success. The submission deadline and bid opening are strictly enforced, so punctuality is critical.