Procurement of Crane Mounted Trucks (3-Ton) for Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO)

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) is inviting sealed bids for the procurement of Crane Mounted Trucks (3-Ton) under tender reference P69365 for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to support IESCO's operational needs in Islamabad and is to be executed through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. Interested and eligible bidders registered on EPADS v2.0 are encouraged to participate in this competitive bidding process. Items being procured: - Crane Mounted Truck (3 Ton) Quantity: 10 units The trucks must conform to IESCO's technical specifications and standards as detailed in the bidding documents. The delivery location is IESCO Regional Store, Islamabad, with full quantity delivery expected within 180 days from the issuance of the Purchase Order. The procurement follows a Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under a National Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure. Bidders must provide a bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee and submit their bids electronically via EPADS v2.0 by August 31, 2026, 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM. The bidding documents include detailed eligibility criteria such as minimum manufacturing experience, financial capacity, and compliance with IESCO's specifications. Inspection of goods will be conducted at the manufacturer's premises by IESCO's inspection committee. Bidders are advised to carefully review all terms, conditions, and technical requirements in the bidding documents available on EPADS. Registration on EPADS v2.0 is mandatory for participation. The procuring agency reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantity by up to 15% at the time of contract award. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of bid security in original form to the Chief Engineer (MM) at IESCO Headquarters before the bid submission deadline to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers of crane mounted trucks to engage with a major power distribution company in Islamabad, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and technical standards is essential for success.