Design Supply Installation Testing Commissioning 500 kV Switchyard Equipment Tarbela

The Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) invites qualified suppliers and contractors to participate in the procurement of critical 500 kV switchyard equipment at the Tarbela Power Station in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This tender specifically covers the design, manufacturing, supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of 500 kV SF6 circuit breakers, associated disconnect switches, current transformers, bus bars, and surge arresters for units 11 to 14. The scope involves replacing existing switchyard components on an F.O.B basis, ensuring enhanced reliability and performance of the power station. Bidders must be registered with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and appear on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Additionally, a valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) license in the appropriate category is mandatory. Experience in similar high voltage electrical equipment projects will be advantageous. The procurement follows a Single Stage Single Envelope procedure with electronic bids submitted via the EPADS portal by 11:00 AM on 10th June 2026. Hard copies of the bid security in the form of CDR or bank guarantee must reach the Chief Engineer (Power), WAPDA, Tarbela before bid closing time. Insurance guarantees are not acceptable. The bid opening will take place on the same day at WAPDA Auditorium, Lahore, in the presence of bidders' representatives. Interested parties should carefully review the detailed terms and conditions available on the EPADS website. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of the original bid security to avoid disqualification, as late or incomplete security documents are a common cause of rejection in WAPDA tenders. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in high voltage electrical equipment to contribute to a flagship hydel power project in Pakistan.