Procurement of 145 KV Circuit Breaker With SSS and Allied Accessories for Upgradation of GSO Network

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) invites bids for the procurement of 145 KV Circuit Breakers with SSS along with allied accessories under cost deposit for the 7th STG/MULTI YEAR TARIFF (MYT) Upgradation of GSO Network in Islamabad Capital Territory. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 with an estimated cost of Rs. 574 Million including GST and all applicable taxes. Items being procured: - 145 KV Circuit Breaker with SSS and allied accessories (47 sets) The circuit breakers shall be SF6 type, three-pole outdoor units suitable for 132 kV system with rated short circuit breaking capacity of 40 kA and mechanical endurance of 10,000 operations. The equipment shall comply with NTDC specification P-193:2010 and IEC 62271-100 standards. The scope includes circuit breakers, steel supporting structures, terminal heads, connectors, control cubicles, and all necessary accessories. Type tests from accredited labs such as KEMA, CESI, or local STL approved labs are required. The bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically through the EPADS portal. Bid security in the form of Call Deposit Receipt, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft is mandatory. The bids will be evaluated on Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) basis. Eligibility criteria include valid FBR registration, manufacturer authorization, financial capacity, and past experience with similar equipment. The successful bidder will provide a performance security of 10% of contract value. Technical and financial bids will be opened on December 2, 2026, at 11:30 AM via EPADS. Manual bids will not be accepted. Bidders are advised to carefully review the detailed bidding documents available on EPADS and comply with all requirements. One practical tip: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submission of original bid security to avoid disqualification. Contact Person: Director PMU Office Phone: +92-319-599-2205 Email: iescopmu@iesco.com.pk Submission Method: Electronic submission via EPADS v2.0 portal only. Original bid security must be submitted physically at PMU Office Adjacent to 132 KV Rawal Grid Station, Club Road, Kashmir Chowk, Islamabad Capital Territory before bid submission deadline. Website: https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/34814