IESCO Islamabad invites bids for hiring an outsourced firm to provide human resources including Assistant Line Men (ALM) and Drivers across multiple operational circles. This contract covers deployment, management, and supervision of personnel in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, and Murree. The firm must ensure timely provision of skilled and unskilled manpower as per IESCO's operational needs and safety standards. The scope includes assisting linemen in construction, maintenance, and fault repair of power distribution lines, supporting metering and service operations, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Drivers must maintain vehicles responsibly and comply with traffic laws. The contract duration is two years, extendable up to five years based on performance. Personnel must be medically fit, insured, and trained as per IESCO requirements. Bidders must meet strict eligibility criteria including valid registrations, financial soundness, and experience in providing similar manpower services. Compliance with PEC categories, FBR/ATL status, and labor laws including minimum wages and social security contributions is mandatory. The contract requires submission of bid security and performance guarantees. Submission deadline is 11:00 AM on April 2, 2026, via EPADS v2.0 online portal. Technical bids will be evaluated on quality and cost-based selection (QCBS) criteria. The physical address for bid security submission and pre-bid meeting is IESCO Head Office, Street 40, G-7/4, Islamabad. Bids must be accompanied by all required documents including technical proposals, financial statements, and certifications. Pro-Tip: Ensure strict adherence to minimum wage notifications and timely submission of bid security originals to avoid disqualification. Also, verify all eligibility documents and maintain readiness for the mandatory training of deployed personnel to meet IESCO standards.