(104/27) D-SHACKLE ASSEMBLY Procurement by Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO)

The Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified suppliers for the procurement of D-Shackle Assembly as per WAPDA/NTDC specifications PD-68:70 (amended to date). This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. Items being procured: - D-Shackle Assembly (Quantity: 35,624 units) The procurement is for delivery at MEPCO Regional Stores located in Multan, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal, and D.G. Khan. The delivery period is within 120 days or earlier from the date of purchase order issuance. The price quoted must be fixed, inclusive of all taxes, duties, 0.5% inspection charges, and GST, on a free delivery at consignee's stores (FCS) basis. Bidders must be registered with FBR, possess valid PEC category if applicable, and must not be blacklisted by WAPDA, DISCOs, GENCOs, or NTDC. Bid security in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call Deposit, or Bank Guarantee is mandatory. Performance security of 5% of the contract price is required upon award. The bidding documents, including detailed terms, conditions, and specifications, are available on EPADS v2.0 at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/87442. Bidders must register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 before the deadline of Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 11:45 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bid opening will be conducted on the same day at 12:15 PM via EPADS v2.0. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents including bid security before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the technical specifications and bid validity requirements to ensure compliance and responsiveness. This procurement follows the Public Procurement Rules, 2004 and MEPCO's procurement guidelines. For any clarifications, bidders may seek information through EPADS v2.0 before September 16, 2026. Contact details for queries and submission of original bid security are provided at MEPCO Complex, Wapda Colony, Khanewal Road, Multan. Phone: +92-319-975-7793, Email: amproc&dist@mepco.com.pk.