Procurement of LT Spool Insulator by Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO)

The Lahore Electric Supply Company (Material Management) invites sealed bids for the procurement of LT Spool Insulators under Tender No. 4470 for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to be executed through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform, ensuring transparency and ease of participation for eligible bidders registered on the portal. The procurement follows the Single Stage One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2026. Items being procured: - LT Spool Insulator, Quantity: 50,000 Nos, Delivery Locations: LESCO Regional Stores at Shalamar, Walgon Sohail, and Pattoki - Delivery Schedule: 50% quantity within 60 days and remaining 50% in the next 60 days from the date of issuance of Purchase Order The LT Spool Insulators must conform strictly to Specification No. P-4:67 (Amended to date) as per NGC/PPMC standards. Bidders must ensure prototype approval from the Stands & Specifications Department of PPMC, Lahore, prior to mass production. Delays in prototype submission will attract liquidated damages. Inspection will be conducted at the manufacturer's premises by authorized representatives of LESCO and PPMC. All testing and inspection charges are to be borne by the supplier. Eligibility criteria include valid FBR registration, active taxpayer status, bid security in the form of Pay Order, Bank Guarantee or similar instruments, and compliance with technical specifications. Bidders must submit bids electronically via EPADS v2.0 by the deadline of Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Bid opening will be conducted on the same day at 11:00 AM through EPADS v2.0. The procuring agency emphasizes strict adherence to delivery schedules, quality standards, and submission requirements. Bidders are advised to carefully review all bidding documents and annexures. One practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and familiarization with the EPADS v2.0 portal to avoid last-minute submission issues. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers of electrical insulators to engage with a major power distribution company in Lahore, Punjab. Bidders should prepare all required documentation including bid security, technical data, and compliance certificates to enhance their chances of success.