Construction of Duct Lines with Manholes and Utility Shifting for 11KV Feeders in Rawalpindi and Islamabad

Islamabad Electric Supply Company Limited (IESCO) invites E-bids from qualified contractors for important construction works involving duct lines, manholes, plinths, and earthing for 11KV feeders. The projects are located in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, under the jurisdiction of IESCO's Construction Divisions. Items being procured: - Construction of 2x3 duct line with manholes, plinth/earthing of LBS, and pakka path for two independent 11KV feeders from 132KV-MES Grid Station IRO General Head Quarter (GHQ) Rawalpindi (Rs. 16,935,765) - Construction of 4x3 duct line with manholes, transformers/LBS plinth for shifting of utility services from 132 KV Rawal Grid Station to Kashmir Chowk (Part-A) (Rs. 11,330,966) - Construction of 4x3 duct line with manholes, transformers/LBS plinth for shifting of utility services from Filling Station to Islamabad Club (Part-B) (Rs. 11,261,448) These works require specialized civil and electrical construction skills, including duct line installation, manhole construction, and utility service shifting. The projects are critical for the reliable operation of 11KV feeders in the Rawalpindi and Islamabad areas. Eligibility criteria include registration with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) under codes EE-04, EE-05, CE-10 valid until June 30, 2027, prequalification from Chief Engineer NTDC Lahore, active registration with FBR and Punjab Revenue Authority, submission of fresh bank statements, income tax returns for FY 2025-26, and proven experience in similar DISCO or government projects. Financial criteria such as net worth, annual turnover, and cash flow are also specified. The tender follows a Single Stage Single Envelope bidding procedure under National Competitive Bidding (NCB) rules. The E-bid closing date and time is **27-08-2026 at 09:30 AM**, with technical bid opening at 10:00 AM the same day. Bidders should ensure all taxes including Income Tax, GST, and applicable provincial taxes are included in their bid price. A practical tip for bidders is to carefully review the PEC codes and financial requirements to avoid disqualification and to prepare a comprehensive bid package including all required documentation and bid security to meet the strict submission deadline.