Procurement of 630 KVA Pole Mounted Distribution Transformers

This tender invites bids for the procurement of 630 KVA Pole Mounted Distribution Transformers in Islamabad by the Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), Material Management Directorate. The procurement falls under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category and is planned for the financial year 2025-26. The scope includes supply of 15 units of 630 KVA pole mounted distribution transformers conforming to NTDC Specification DDS-84:2020 (Amended to date). These transformers are critical for power distribution and must meet stringent quality and technical standards. The delivery location is IESCO Regional Store Rawalpindi with a delivery schedule of 45 days from the date of purchase order issuance. The procurement process follows a National Single Stage-One Envelope method with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique ensuring competitive pricing and compliance. Bidders must comply with PEC category requirements and maintain valid FBR/ATL status for FY 2025-26. The tender requires submission of a Bid Security in the form of Call Deposit or Bank Guarantee and adherence to all legal and technical eligibility criteria including valid prototype approval, manufacturing experience, and financial capacity. The contract includes a 24-month warranty period and a performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price. The submission deadline is set for 10:30 AM on Monday, 30th March 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. Physical submission of bid security is required at IESCO Headquarters, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. All bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS; manual submissions will be disqualified. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit the original bid security physically before the deadline. Also, carefully review the NTDC specifications and required declarations to avoid disqualification. Check the newspaper ad for any specific stamp duty or documentation requirements which are often overlooked.