L.T Spun Hollow Poles 31' Supply

The Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) is procuring L.T Spun Hollow Poles 31' for its operations in Multan, Punjab. This procurement is part of the financial year 2026-27 and aims to enhance the electrical infrastructure within the region. The procurement process will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0, ensuring transparency and ease of participation for eligible suppliers. Items being procured: - L.T Spun Hollow Poles 31' (Quantity: 2500 units, Rate per unit on EX-Work basis inclusive of transportation charges for non-designated pole plant, inclusive of all taxes, duties, and 0.5% inspection charges) The poles must conform to the NTDC/WAPDA specification DDS-55:2006 (Amended to-date). The delivery schedule is set at 20% per month, with a warranty period of 12 months. Transportation charges for non-designated pole plants will be calculated at Rs. 12.5 per km from the pole plant to the nearest MEPCO boundary as per the annexure. Inspection will be conducted at the supplier's premises by MEPCO representatives and associated engineers, including testing of material specimens at recognized laboratories. Eligibility criteria include valid PEC registration, FBR/ATL registration, prototype approval for spun hollow poles, and a satisfactory supply record with MEPCO or other DISCOs. Bidders must submit a bid security and comply with all technical and financial requirements as per the bidding documents. The bid validity period is 75 days, and bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 by August 3, 2026, 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The procurement will follow the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. MEPCO reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 15% at the time of award. Partial delivery and payment are allowed. The successful bidder must provide a performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price. Payment will be made within 30 days of delivery and acceptance, subject to submission of all required documents including inspection certificates and warranty. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit all required documents including bid security physically before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Familiarize yourself with the detailed specifications and inspection requirements to ensure compliance and avoid technical disqualification.