Procurement of T-2056 200 kVA Distribution Transformers for Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO)

The Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the procurement of T-2056 200 kVA Distribution Transformers under contract reference P106240 for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to be executed in Quetta, Balochistan, with delivery to QESCO Regional Store at Sheikhmanda Airport Chowk, Quetta. Items being procured: - 200 kVA Distribution Transformers (Quantity: 41 units) The transformers must comply with DDS-84:2020 specifications and amendments to date. The procurement follows a National Single Stage-One Envelope bidding procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Bidders must have valid prototype approval, satisfactory past performance with QESCO or other DISCOs, and be registered with PEPCO/WAPDA or any DISCO/PPMC. All bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 portal by Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 PM the same day. Manual submissions are not accepted. Original bid security must be submitted physically to QESCO HQ, Zarghoon Road, Quetta before the deadline. Technical scope includes delivery on FCS basis to QESCO Regional Store with staged delivery schedules: 20 units within 60 days and 21 units within 120 days. Inspection will be conducted at the supplier's premises and by QESCO inspection team. Performance guarantee of 5% of contract price is required. Bidders should ensure compliance with all bidding document requirements and submit bids in English. A practical tip for bidders: Register early on EPADS v2.0 and ensure all required documents including prototype approvals and past performance certificates are complete to avoid disqualification. Strict adherence to bid submission deadlines and bid security requirements is essential for eligibility.