Construction of Solar Parking Shed at PMDC Branch Office Quetta

The Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) is procuring works for the Construction of Solar Parking Shed at its Branch Office in Quetta. This tender invites eligible bidders to supply, install, test, and commission a complete solar PV system including solar panels, mounting structures, hybrid inverter, lithium ion batteries, cabling, combiner boxes, and earthing systems. The procurement is managed by the Assistant Vice President Procurement Department at PMDC Head Office, Islamabad. Items being procured: - 24 Solar PV Panels (Longi HI mo X10, 620w, A Grade) - 1 MS Elevated Structure (Galvanized, fabricated as per specifications) - 1 Hybrid Solar Inverter 12 KW (IP 66, 3 year replacement warranty) - 2 Lithium Ion Batteries 5KWH (51.5V, IP 66, 3 year replacement warranty) - 1 DC Combiner Box (with DC breakers, fuses, surge protectors) - 1 AC Combiner Box (with AC breakers, fuses, surge protectors) - 1080 ft Flexible Cable 6mm2 (100% pure copper with PVC & GI conduit) - 30 ft Standard Cable 7/0.064 (100% pure copper with PVC & GI conduit) - 2 Earthing jobs with electrodes and bare copper cables The scope includes fabrication and installation of a durable, corrosion-resistant structure capable of withstanding high-speed winds, integration with existing electrical systems, and comprehensive testing and commissioning. The contractor must ensure all equipment meets international IEC standards and provide onsite training for operation and maintenance. Warranty for the complete system is one year with free replacement of defective parts during this period. The project duration is 90 days with a completion deadline of August 12, 2026. Eligibility requires PEC category compliance, FBR registration, minimum two years relevant experience with government or private sector, submission of bid security, and technical staff and machinery lists. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 with original bid security delivered to PMDC Islamabad office. Technical and financial bids will be evaluated on a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) basis. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit all required documents including affidavits of no litigation, no dispute, and no conflict of interest with PMDC to avoid disqualification. Visit the site beforehand to assess installation conditions and prepare a detailed bid accordingly. The contact person for queries is the Assistant Vice President Procurement Department, PMDC, Islamabad, reachable at +92-317-177-8158 or dgm-pro@pmdc.gov.pk. Manual bid submissions are not accepted. The tender process is governed by Public Procurement Rules, 2004 and related regulations.