Procurement of 132kV Bus & Line Isolators by Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO)

The Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the procurement of 132kV Bus and Line Isolators under the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned under the contract reference P132385 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. The bidding process follows the Single Stage One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Items being procured: - 132KV Bus Isolator (Motor Operated), 2000 A, Quantity: 7 units - 132KV Line Isolator (Motor Operated), 2000 A, Quantity: 7 units These isolators must conform to NTDC Specification P-249:2020 (Amended to date) and be delivered to T&G Warehouse, Sibi Road, Quetta. The technical scope includes supply of motor operated disconnect switches with a rating of 2000 Amperes, suitable for 132kV systems. Bidders must ensure compliance with all technical specifications and standards as per NTDC and IEC requirements. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have valid registrations with relevant authorities such as FBR, SECP, and PPMC/WAPDA/DISCO. Bidders must provide evidence of prior experience with similar contracts, manufacturer authorization if applicable, and financial capability including audited financial statements for the last three years. Bid security in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call Deposit, or Bank Guarantee is mandatory. Key dates include the bid submission deadline on Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:30 AM, with bid opening scheduled the same day at 12:00 PM via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bidders are advised to register on EPADS v2.0 and review all bidding documents carefully. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids without assigning any reason. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of the original bid security physically at the specified address before the deadline, as failure to do so will result in disqualification. Also, thorough compliance with technical specifications and submission of all required documents will enhance the chances of success. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for qualified suppliers to provide high-quality electrical isolators to QESCO in Quetta, Balochistan.