Procurement of T-2055 3-Phase AMR TOD Meters (Whole Current) 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-2055 3-Phase AMR TOD Meters (whole current) under contract reference P94558 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: - 3-Phase AMR TOD Meters (whole current) Quantity: 5973 units, delivered in two schedules: 2987 units within 60 days and 2986 units within 120 days. The meters must comply with NTDC Design & Standard DDS-60:2020, DDS-98:2011, DDS-110:2012, and IEC-62055-31 standards, featuring unidirectional but programmable bidirectional operation via optical port, 3x230/400V, 10/100Amp, 50 Hz, Accuracy Class 1.0 (kWh) & 2.0 (KVarh), multi-tariff TOU AMR smart energy meter with remote disconnect/reconnect relay capability, and PTA-approved minimum 3G communication module downward compatible to 2G without SIM change. The meters must include a lithium thionyl chloride battery with minimum 2000mAh capacity and super capacitor for RTC. Eligibility criteria include PEC category M-5 (sub-categories II & III), valid prototype approval, no blacklisting, minimum one year manufacturing experience, and satisfactory past performance with QESCO/PPMC/DISCOs/NGC/PITC/WAPDA. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically through the portal. Bid security or bid securing declaration is mandatory, with original bid security submitted physically to QESCO HQ, Zarghoon Road, Quetta before the deadline. The bidding process follows Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) with fixed prices in PKR. Bids must be submitted by Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 11:00 AM and will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions are not accepted. Technical and financial bids must comply with all terms and conditions specified in the bidding documents. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and prepare all required documents including Integrity Pact, no deviation certificates, and prototype approvals to avoid disqualification. Early submission of bid security in original form to QESCO HQ is critical to remain eligible. For further details and bid submission, visit the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/94558. Contact Manager Material Management at QESCO HQ, Zarghoon Road, Quetta, phone +92-319-808-8015, email rdicqesco@yahoo.com for clarifications.