Procurement of Arc Flash Suits Kits Category IV NFPA Standard 70E for GEPCO Wazirabad Warehouse

This tender invites registered and prequalified firms to supply Arc Flash Suits and Kits Category IV compliant with NFPA Standard 70E amended to date, for delivery at the GEPCO Warehouse in Wazirabad, Punjab. The procurement is planned for the fiscal year 2025-26 under the supervision of Gujranwala Electric Power Company Limited (GEPCO), focusing on safety equipment essential for electrical hazard protection. The scope includes supplying various sizes of arc flash suits designed to meet stringent safety standards for electrical workers. These suits must comply with the latest NFPA 70E guidelines, ensuring maximum protection against arc flash incidents. Delivery is required within 180 days, and the procurement follows a Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) on the EPADS v2.0 platform. The site location in Wazirabad demands reliable and certified safety gear to mitigate risks associated with electrical operations. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC registration requirements and maintain an active FBR ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. Bid security must be furnished as per the bidding documents, and all submissions must adhere to the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Firms must provide valid type test reports from designated laboratories as per NTDC Type Test Policy 2023. Non-compliance or incomplete documentation will result in disqualification. The submission deadline is set for the 5th of May, 2026, with e-bids opening at 11:00 AM via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. Manual bids will not be accepted. Interested bidders should register on EPADS before 10:30 AM on the closing date. The physical address for bid guarantee submission is the office of the Chief Engineer (Development), PMU GEPCO, Gujranwala. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure the original bid guarantee is submitted in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number and title before the deadline. Missing this step often leads to bid rejection despite a compliant technical proposal.