Construction of 220kV Type Tower Foundations, Erection and Stringing (Re-location) – (N-25) (Sub Section Qilla Abdullah Bypass) (NHA Deposit Work)

The Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) invites sealed bids through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) for the construction of 220kV type tower foundations, erection, and stringing (re-location) on the N-25 highway, specifically the sub-section Qilla Abdullah Bypass. This procurement is part of the NHA deposit work for the fiscal year 2026-27 and is open to eligible contractors registered with PEC in relevant categories and active on the FBR tax list. Items being procured: - Plain concrete spread foundation type EG 220KV tower footing (8 units) - Erection of EG +0+4 meter 220kV type towers (2 units) - Welding of tower nut & bolts up to 6 meters height (820 units) - Dismantling of towers and shifting to T&G Warehouse QESCO Quetta (1 unit) - Unloading, loading, and re-stringing of Lynx conductor D/C (652 meters) - 15% BRA tax on all items The scope includes excavation, dewatering, shuttering, blasting, concreting, curing, installation of grounding sets, installation of anti-climbing devices, fixing of danger and phase plates, welding, dismantling, and re-stringing as per WAPDA/NTDC specifications. The work site is located at QESCO (GSC) Complex, 132KV Grid Station Sheikhmanda, Airport Road, Quetta. Eligible bidders must have completed at least two similar contracts within the last eight years with DISCOs or NTDC, possess valid PEC licenses (category C-5, EE-05, CE-10), and be registered with FBR and BRA. Bid security in the form of a bank guarantee or CDR of Rs. 200,000 is required. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS by 26th November 2026 at 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 PM the same day. Manual bids will not be accepted. The contract duration is 60 days with a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract price. Liquidated damages of 0.1% per day up to 10% of contract value apply for late completion. Payment will be made in Pakistani Rupees based on actual work executed and verified by the Engineer. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents and ensure compliance with all requirements. A practical tip for bidders: Register early on EPADS v2.0 and ensure submission of original bid security and tender fee receipts to avoid disqualification. Thoroughly prepare technical and financial proposals to meet the least cost based selection criteria.