Supply of Electrical Conductors and Aerial Bundled Cables to IESCO Regional Stores

This tender from Islamabad Electric Supply Company Limited (IESCO) invites pre-qualified firms to supply electrical conductors and aerial bundled cables to regional stores in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Rajjar, and Wah. The procurement focuses on high-quality conductors including ACSR Rabbit and AAC Wasp types, along with various sizes of aerial bundled cables, all conforming to WAPDA/NTDC standards. The supply involves delivering materials free of cost to IESCO's regional stores, ensuring compliance with strict technical specifications and prototype approvals valid for the 2025-26 financial year. These materials are critical for maintaining and expanding the electrical distribution network in the Islamabad Capital Territory and surrounding areas, requiring suppliers to meet rigorous quality and delivery standards. Bidders must be registered with the Chief Engineer (Purchase & Disposal) and FBR, holding valid prototype approvals where applicable. The tender follows a single-stage one-envelope bidding process, with bids submitted electronically through the E-PADS portal. Firms should ensure their PEC registration and FBR ATL status are current for 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 20th April 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day at IESCO Head Office, G-7/4 Street No. 40, Islamabad. Bidders must submit original bid security in the form of a bank guarantee or CDR from a scheduled bank, valid for 90 days post bid closing. Pro-Tip: Carefully review the mandatory prototype approval and ensure your bid security complies with the specified bank rating requirements to avoid common pitfalls that lead to bid rejection.