This tender invites qualified contractors in Islamabad from the Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) for the construction of a 132 KV Grid Station at DHA Phase VII (Rose). The procurement falls under Construction & Civil Works Materials category and involves comprehensive civil, electrical, and structural works. The scope includes excavation, reinforced cement concrete works, brick masonry, plastering, electrical wiring, installation of transformers, fencing, control house building, and environmental mitigation measures. The site is located in DHA Phase VII, Islamabad, requiring contractors to manage medium hard rock excavation and complex structural foundations. The project demands adherence to engineering standards for grid stations, including installation of power transformers, switchyard fencing, cable trenches, and environmental management plans. Bidders must hold a valid PEC registration with Category C-4 and specialization codes CE-10 and EE-05, along with up-to-date tax registrations. Compliance with FBR and provincial revenue authorities is mandatory. The contract requires submission of bid security in the form of Call Deposit Receipt or Bank Guarantee. The financial year 2025-26 funds this project, and bidders must demonstrate technical and financial capacity, including a minimum average annual turnover of PKR 426 million and net worth of PKR 56 million. The submission deadline is set for 11:00 AM on **April 20, 2026**, with bid opening at 11:30 AM on the same day via the EPADS online portal. Bids must be submitted electronically on EPADS v2.0, and original bid securities delivered physically to the IESCO Head Office at Street # 40, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. The contract performance guarantee is 5% of the contract price, payable via bank guarantee. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all required documentation such as PEC registration, tax certificates, and detailed technical proposals. Pay special attention to the bid security submission process, as manual bids or incomplete securities will be rejected. Also, verify your registration on EPADS v2.0 well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.