Procurement of 15 kV XLPE Power Cable 240MM2 500MCM Single Core Unarmoured

This tender invites bids for the procurement of 15 kV XLPE Power Cable 240MM2 500MCM Single Core Unarmoured in Islamabad by Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), Material Management. The procurement falls under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category and is planned for the financial year 2025-26. The scope includes supply of high-quality power cables conforming to NTDC Specifications P-29:2010 (amended to date). The cables must be manufactured to withstand Islamabad's ambient conditions, including temperatures up to 50ºC and relative humidity up to 100%. The contract requires delivery to IESCO Regional Store, Islamabad, with strict adherence to the delivery schedule. The procurement method is International Single Stage-Two Envelope, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding process. Bidders must comply with PEC and FBR requirements for FY 2025-26, including valid registrations and tax clearances. The tender mandates submission of a Call Deposit Receipt or Bank Guarantee as bid security. The contract performance guarantee is 10% of the contract price. Bidders should ensure their technical and financial bids meet all specifications and eligibility criteria, including experience and financial capacity. The submission deadline is on the 22nd of April, 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM on the same day via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. Physical submission of bids is not accepted. The office address for bid security submission is IESCO Head Quarter, Street No. 40, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Make sure to register on EPADS v2.0 well before the deadline and carefully review the bid security requirements. Missing the original bid security submission physically before the deadline will lead to disqualification. Also, verify the latest NTDC specifications and ensure all technical documents and declarations are complete to avoid rejection.