Procurement of Disc Insulators

The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) through its Project Management Unit (PMU) is procuring Disc Insulators for its operations in Lahore, Punjab. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and involves supply of RTV Coated Disc 100-KN Rod Type, Disc Insulators 80-KN RTV Coated, and Fog Type Disc Insulators 100KN. The materials will be delivered to the LESCO warehouse at Chicho-ki-mallian, Sheikhupura, with a delivery period of 120 days from the date of contract issuance. The technical scope includes supply of electrical insulators conforming to IEC-60383 standards, with valid type test reports from designated labs or an undertaking for fresh type tests at the bidder's cost. The procurement requires bidders to submit detailed technical data, drawings, and performance certificates. Inspection and testing will be conducted by LESCO representatives either locally or abroad, with costs borne by the supplier for foreign inspections. Eligibility criteria demand registration with FBR, valid manufacturer authorization, satisfactory past performance certificates, and financial soundness with an average annual turnover of at least 50% of the quoted price over the last three years. Joint ventures are allowed with a maximum of two members, and all members must be jointly liable. The tender was published on June 11, 2026, with a closing date and time of July 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0, and manual submissions are not accepted. The bid opening will occur on the same day at 11:00 AM. The submission address for original bid security is the Office of Chief Engineer (Dev.) PMU LESCO near 132kv Qartaba Grid Station, Bahawalpur Road, Lahore. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to submit all required documents, including bid security in the prescribed form and manufacturer authorizations, to avoid disqualification. Early preparation and adherence to the technical specifications and submission deadlines will enhance the chances of success in this competitive procurement.