Construction and Completion of Civil Works, Erection, Stringing, Testing & Commissioning of 220kV D/C Transmission Line for Looping In/Out Both Circuits of 220kV Chashma-Ludewala Transmission Line at 220kV Jauharabad Grid Station

National Grid Company (NGC) of Pakistan Limited invites bids for the construction and completion of civil works, erection, stringing, testing and commissioning of a 220kV double circuit transmission line for looping in/out both circuits of the 220kV Chashma-Ludewala transmission line at the 220kV Jauharabad Grid Station, approximately 3.5 kilometers in length. This project is located in Jauharabad, Punjab province. The scope includes clearing the right of way, detailed survey and sub-soil investigations, construction of reinforced concrete pile foundations, erection of steel towers, stringing of ACSR 'Rail' conductors and OPGW, installation of insulators, hardware, dampers, and all associated accessories. The contractor is responsible for dismantling existing towers and transmission line components, transporting and stacking materials at designated NGC warehouses, and ensuring safe handling and installation of all equipment. The project requires compliance with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) licensing, FBR Active Taxpayers List registration, and experience in similar transmission line projects. Bidders must submit technical and financial bids through e-PADS by June 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 am PKT, with original bid security submitted to the Chief Engineer (MP&M) NGC, Lahore. The contract duration is 120 days from the Engineer's notice to commence. The estimated cost of materials for the transmission line is approximately PKR 192 million. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely mobilization of sufficient crews and equipment, including tension stringing tools, to adhere to the project schedule and avoid penalties. All bids must be accompanied by a bid security of PKR 4.5 million. The contractor shall provide detailed construction schedules, method statements, and quality assurance plans as part of the technical bid. Compliance with safety, environmental protection, and local regulations is mandatory throughout the project. The contractor shall also submit as-built drawings, material reconciliation reports, and provide access for site inspections. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified contractors with experience in high voltage transmission line construction in Pakistan. Earnest money, CDR, and technical bid requirements must be strictly followed to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline and contact details are clearly stated in the bidding documents. Interested bidders should carefully review all tender documents and attend the pre-bid meeting scheduled for May 14th, 2026 at Lahore. This procurement is governed by PPRA rules and FIDIC conditions of contract. The source of this tender is the official PPRA portal and the document file name is tender_ppra2_1778220302316.pdf.