Procurement of P.G Connectors for Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO)

This procurement opportunity is for the supply of P.G Connectors by Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) in Islamabad, focusing on electrical equipment essential for power distribution. The tender invites eligible suppliers to provide high-quality P.G Connectors conforming to NTDC Specification P-25:67 (amended to date), with delivery scheduled to IESCO Regional Store Rawalpindi. The procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 under the Material Management Directorate of IESCO. The scope includes supply of three types of P.G Connectors (S-117, T-110, T-150) with quantities ranging from 5,000 to 15,000 units per type. The delivery period is 45 days from the issuance of purchase orders. The procurement follows a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. Bidders must comply with technical specifications and provide required documentation including Integrity Pact, declarations, and valid licenses. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC registration and maintain active FBR/ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires submission of bid security in the form of Call Deposit Receipt or Bank Guarantee. The contract includes a 12-month warranty period and a performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price. Suppliers must be prepared for inspection of goods at their premises by authorized IESCO representatives. The submission deadline is set for 10:30 AM on Monday, March 30, 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. Physical submission of bid security is mandatory at IESCO Headquarters, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. All bids must be submitted electronically through EPADS; manual submissions will be disqualified. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully review the bid security requirements. Missing the physical submission of bid security before the deadline leads to automatic disqualification. Also, verify all declarations and licenses are current and complete to avoid rejection during preliminary examination.