Procurement of Bus Bar T-Clamps and Grounding Sets for IESCO Regional Store New Wah

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) Project Management Unit (PMU) invites sealed bids through the EPADS v2.0 e-procurement portal for the procurement of Bus Bar T-Clamps and Grounding Sets for delivery to the IESCO Regional Store New Wah. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 with an estimated cost of Rs. 1,725,939 inclusive of GST and all other taxes. Items being procured: - Bus Bar T-Clamps (Quantity: 16) - Grounding Sets (Quantity: 43) The technical specifications conform to NTDC P-176:2011 standards for connectors suitable for 132/220/500 kV grid stations, including detailed material, mechanical, and electrical requirements. The scope includes monometallic and bimetallic connectors, bolts, nuts, washers, and related accessories. The successful bidder must provide valid type test reports, comply with inspection and testing requirements, and ensure delivery within 120 days (EXW) or 210 days (DDP) after contract signing. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have completed at least two contracts of similar complexity with a combined value of at least Rs. 1.4 million in the last ten years, demonstrate manufacturing experience of at least five years, and meet financial capacity thresholds including a minimum average annual turnover of Rs. 2 million. Bid security of Rs. 51,778 is required in the form of Call Deposit, Bank Guarantee, or Demand Draft. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Monday, October 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Original bid security must be submitted physically to the Office of Director (Procurement), PMU, near 132kV Rawal Grid Station, Club Road, Kashmir Chowk, Islamabad before the deadline. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents, including detailed technical specifications, evaluation criteria, and contract conditions. One practical tip: ensure timely registration and submission on EPADS v2.0 to avoid disqualification. For queries, contact the Director Procurement at IESCO-PMU via phone +92-319-599-2205 or email Iescopmu@iesco.com.pk. This procurement follows the Public Procurement Rules, 2026, and adopts the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject all bids or cancel the procurement proceedings without liability.