Procurement of 132 kV ACSR Conductor (Rail and Lynx)

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) in Abbottabad is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of 132 kV ACSR Conductor (Rail and Lynx) under contract reference P128692 for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to support the power distribution infrastructure in Abbottabad and surrounding areas. The procurement process will be conducted through the National Single Stage-One Envelope procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique via the EPADS v2.0 e-procurement portal. Items being procured: - ACSR Lynx Bare Conductor wire, quantity 12,600 meters - ACSR Rail Bare Conductor wire, quantity 52,200 meters The conductors must comply with NTDC Specification P-50:1988 (amended to date) and be delivered free to HAZECO Regional Store Abbottabad within 120 days. Bidders must provide manufacturer authorization and warranty for 24 months. The technical specifications require adherence to WAPDA/NTDC/IEC standards. Inspection and testing will be conducted at the manufacturer's works with prior notice. Eligible bidders include manufacturers, suppliers, or authorized dealers with proven experience supplying similar or higher rated conductors in the last five years. Joint ventures are allowed with up to two members. Bidders must be registered with FBR, not blacklisted, and have an average annual turnover equal to or exceeding the bid price. Bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is required. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Original bid security must be delivered physically to HAZECO HQ, Gulistan Colony, College Road, Abbottabad before the deadline. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM on EPADS v2.0. Manual bids will not be accepted. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents including technical specifications, manufacturer authorization, and bid security to avoid disqualification. Early submission is recommended to address any technical issues with the portal. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for qualified suppliers to contribute to the power infrastructure development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with a reputable public sector entity.