Hiring of Audit Resources from Third Party for Islamabad Electric Supply Company

Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) Power Distribution Company serving 4.0 million consumers is seeking to hire eligible bidders for providing audit resources on a need basis in Audit Offices of IESCO. This procurement is planned for the Financial Year 2026-27 and aims to cover eligible payments under the contract for hiring audit resources from a third party. Items being procured: - Audit Resources from Third Party (Non-Consultancy Services) The scope involves provision of audit personnel to support IESCO’s audit functions across its offices. Bidders must be registered on E-PADS v2.0 and submit bids through the same platform. The procurement follows a Single Stage-Two Envelope Procedure with Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) technique as per Public Procurement Rules 2004. All bids must be accompanied by bid security in the form of Pay Order, Call at Deposit, or Demand Draft valid for 210 days. Eligibility criteria include registration on E-PADS v2.0, submission of technical and financial bids as per instructions, and compliance with FBR/ATL registration requirements. Bidders must ensure bid security and affidavits are provided in original at bid opening. Manual or conditional bids will not be entertained. The tender submission deadline is Friday, August 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Interested bidders should register on https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/ and may view a tutorial at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on E-PADS v2.0 and prepare all bid documents strictly according to the e-bidding instructions to avoid disqualification. Early submission and compliance with bid security requirements are crucial for successful participation.