Procurement of Earth Wire (9mm²) by Hazara Electric Supply Company Abbottabad

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the procurement of Earth Wire (9mm²) bare copper electrical cable as per WAPDA/NTDC specifications. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be executed under the National Single Stage-One Envelope procedure using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Items being procured: - Earth Wire (9mm²) bare copper electrical cable, quantity 18,270 meters The scope includes supply of earth wire conforming to the latest amended NTDC/WAPDA specifications. The delivery location is the Regional Store Abbottabad with a delivery period of 90 days from the date of purchase order. The supplier must ensure compliance with all technical specifications, quality assurance, and testing requirements. Inspection will be conducted at the manufacturer's works by authorized representatives of HAZECO with prior notice. Eligibility criteria require bidders to have relevant experience supplying similar or higher rated material in the last five years, valid manufacturer authorization, and an average annual turnover equal to or exceeding the bid price. Bidders must be registered with FBR and not blacklisted by WAPDA/DISCOs/NTDC. Bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is mandatory. Bids must be submitted electronically through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal by Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. The bid opening will be conducted on the same day at 11:00 AM via EPADS v2.0. Hard copies of bid security must be delivered physically to HAZECO HQ, Gulistan Colony, College Road, Abbottabad before the submission deadline. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bidding documents, including technical specifications, bid data sheet, and special conditions of contract. One practical tip is to ensure timely registration and familiarization with the EPADS v2.0 platform to avoid disqualification due to submission errors. Earnest money and bid securing declarations must be in accordance with the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for qualified suppliers to provide high-quality earth wire to a reputable power distribution company in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Bidders should prepare their bids meticulously and comply with all requirements to enhance their chances of success.