Procurement of Grounding Set for HT & LT Distribution Lines

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) based in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is procuring Grounding Sets for HT and LT distribution lines as per NTDC Specification DD-PD-21: 2008 (amended to date). This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the electrical distribution infrastructure in the region. The technical scope includes supply of 64 sets of grounding devices or assemblies, to be delivered FOB at the Regional Store Abbottabad within 60 days. The grounding sets must conform strictly to the specified standards ensuring safety and reliability in electrical installations. Inspection will be conducted at the supplier's premises jointly by Chief Engineer (MI) PPMC Lahore and CEO HAZECO Abbottabad or their authorized representatives. Eligible bidders must have at least 2 years of manufacturing experience, valid FBR registration with active taxpayer status, and must not be blacklisted by WAPDA, DISCOs, GENCOs, NTDC or any other government organization. Joint ventures are allowed with up to 2 members. Bidders must submit a complete technical and financial bid through EPADS v2.0 by the submission deadline. The bid submission deadline is Monday, June 8, 2026 at 12:15 PM, with bid opening at 12:45 PM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically on EPADS v2.0; manual submissions will not be accepted. The bid security must be submitted physically at HAZECO HQ, Gulistan Colony, College Road, Abbottabad before the deadline. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to carefully prepare the technical bid with all required documents including manufacturer authorization letters and declarations to avoid disqualification. Early preparation of bid security and adherence to the delivery schedule will strengthen the bid's competitiveness. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers specializing in electrical grounding equipment to engage with a reputable public sector entity and contribute to the power distribution network's safety and efficiency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.