Procurement of Personal Protective Equipment for HVDC at NGCP Lahore

This tender invites bids for the procurement of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the HVDC department of National Grid Company of Pakistan Limited (NGCP) based in Lahore. The procurement focuses on supplying essential safety gear to ensure the protection of personnel working on high voltage direct current projects, a critical component of Pakistan's power infrastructure. The scope includes various PPE items tailored to meet the rigorous safety standards required for HVDC operations. The equipment will be used at the NGCP facility located in Westwood Colony, Thokar Niaz Baig, Lahore. Given the technical nature of HVDC systems, the PPE must comply with international safety norms to mitigate risks associated with electrical hazards and site-specific challenges. Bidders must be registered with SECP, Income Tax, and Sales Tax Departments and appear on the active Tax Payer List of the Federal Board of Revenue. The tender requires submission of a Bid Security as per the bidding document. It is advisable to ensure compliance with PEC registration and FBR ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26 to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline is set for 13th February 2025 at 11:00 am PST, with technical bids opening at 11:30 am the same day. Bids must be submitted in sealed hard copy form to the Manager (O&M) HVDC NGCP North office at 214 Westwood Colony, Thokar Niaz Baig, Lahore. Interested bidders should purchase the bidding documents for PKR 5,000 and register on the EPADS platform as part of the participation requirements. Pro-Tip: Make sure to verify the Earnest Money and Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) requirements carefully in the bidding documents, as these financial guarantees are often overlooked but critical for bid acceptance.