Procurement of 10 Cars for Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO)

This tender invites bids for the procurement of 10 cars for the Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) Regional Store in Quetta, Balochistan. The department requires eligible manufacturers or authorized dealers registered with EPADs, Income Tax, and Sales Tax departments to participate through the E-Pak Acquisition & Disposal System (E-PADS) online portal. The vehicles will be delivered on a Free Consignee's Store (FCS) basis to the Regional Store in Quetta. The procurement involves supply of vehicles suitable for operational needs in Quetta, considering the terrain and local conditions. Bidders must ensure compliance with specifications and eligibility criteria detailed in the e-bidding documents available on the E-PADS portal. The process follows the Single Stage Two Envelope Method, requiring submission of technical and financial bids electronically. Bidders should hold a valid PEC category relevant to vehicle supply and maintain an active FBR ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. Earnest Money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or Bank Guarantee from a scheduled bank in Pakistan must accompany the bid. Tender cost of PKR 5000 is non-refundable and must be deposited with the Finance Director QESCO, with the original receipt submitted before bid closing. The submission deadline is on the 10th of February 2026, with e-bids accepted until 10:00 AM and opening at 10:30 AM. Hard copies of bidding documents and original bid security must reach the Manager Material Management office at QESCO Headquarters, Zarghoon Road, Quetta, before the deadline. Late submissions will be rejected. Pro-Tip: Make sure to verify the original bid security instrument and tender fee receipt are submitted on time, as missing these often leads to disqualification. Also, carefully review the e-bidding instructions on the E-PADS portal to avoid technical errors during submission.