Procurement of Allied Accessories for Aerial Bundled Cable (ABC)

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) (Material Management Directorate) in Islamabad Capital Territory is procuring Allied Accessories for Aerial Bundled Cable (ABC) for the fiscal year 2025-26. This procurement includes items such as Pre-Insulated Bi-Metallic Lugs of 50 mm² and 95 mm², Insulated Piercing Connectors (IPC) for various cable sizes, Insulated Suspension Clamps with brackets for ABC cables, Self Adjusted Retention Clamps, and Anchor Brackets for Retention Clamps. All items must conform to NTDC Specifications DDS-82:2007 Part-II (Amended to date) and be delivered to the Regional Store in Rawalpindi within 60 days from the issuance of the purchase order. Eligible bidders must be registered with NTDC/WAPDA/DISCOs and provide valid prototype approvals, production capacity details, and demonstrate at least two years of manufacturing or supply experience. Bidders must also submit declarations regarding no blacklisting, use of prime materials, and compliance with technical specifications. The bidding process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method with a 120-day bid validity period. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by June 2, 2026, 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to submit the original bid security physically at IESCO Headquarters before the deadline, as manual or late submissions will be disqualified. Careful attention to the detailed documentation requirements and adherence to the delivery schedule will enhance the chances of successful contract award. The estimated contract value is significant, so earnest money in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is required to secure the bid.