132 kV ACSR Conductor Rail and Lynx Supply

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) based in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is procuring 132 kV ACSR Conductors, specifically Rail and Lynx types, for the financial year 2025-26. This procurement involves supplying 3000 meters of ACSR Lynx Conductor and 2500 meters of ACSR Rail Conductor, both conforming to WAPDA/NTDC specifications amended to date. The materials will be delivered to HAZECO Regional Store Abbottabad within 120 days of contract award. Bidders must be registered with FBR, possess relevant PEC categories, and demonstrate prior experience supplying similar or higher rating conductors in the last five years. Joint ventures are allowed with up to two members, and at least one partner must meet the experience criteria. The bidder or manufacturer must have a minimum of five years manufacturing experience and provide satisfactory operational certificates from DISCOs, NTDC, or WAPDA for at least three years. Audited financial statements for the last three years and a declaration of non-blacklisting are mandatory. The tender follows a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method with a fixed price contract in PKR. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM, with bid opening at 12:30 PM the same day. Manual submissions are not accepted. Bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is required, and original bid security must be submitted physically before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to carefully prepare the technical and financial bids as per the detailed bidding documents. Early submission of bid security and adherence to all documentation requirements, including manufacturer authorization and quality certificates, will enhance bid responsiveness. Bidders should also prepare for inspection and testing procedures as per HAZECO's quality assurance protocols.