Hiring Skilled Meter Readers for Hazara Electric Supply Company Field Formations

This tender invites bids for the provision of skilled meter readers to serve various field formations of Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) in Abbottabad and surrounding districts. The department requires experienced manpower to ensure accurate meter reading, improve billing efficiency, and support loss reduction initiatives across the HAZECO region. The scope includes deploying qualified meter readers equipped with smartphones and handheld devices to record readings of electromechanical, electronic, and smart meters. The staff will operate under supervision of designated officers and are responsible for timely, transparent meter reading, theft detection, and reporting anomalies. The service provider must ensure recruitment, training, and compliance with labor laws, including social security and EOBI contributions. The contract covers a one-year period with performance monitored through monthly reports and surprise inspections. Bidders should be registered with GST, NTN, and KPST-KPRA, and must not be blacklisted. PEC registration is not explicitly required but compliance with labor and tax regulations for FY 2025-26 is mandatory. The bid security is PKR 2 million, and performance guarantee is 5% of contract value. The evaluation follows a single stage two envelope procedure with technical and financial bids submitted via EPADS. Submission deadline is set for 20th April 2026 at 10:30 am, with bid opening at 11:00 am the same day. Bids must be submitted online on EPADS, and original bid security must be delivered physically to the Manager Supply Chain Management office at 426-A PMA Link Road, Jinnah Abad, Abbottabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure all mandatory documents including company registration, audited financial reports, and social security proof are complete and attached. Missing original bid security before deadline leads to disqualification. Also, carefully review the bid forms and adhere strictly to the fixed price policy to avoid rejection.