Procurement of Hardware for Grid Station and Transmission Line

The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) Project Management Unit (PMU) is procuring hardware for grid stations and transmission lines to be delivered to the LESCO warehouse at Chicho Ki Mallian, Sheikhupura. This procurement covers a wide range of electrical components including cartridge types A, B, and C, moulds for cartridges, indoor and outdoor termination kits, tension string assemblies, connectors, earth rods, steel structures, and related items essential for 132kV grid stations and transmission line infrastructure. The technical scope involves supplying high-quality electrical hardware conforming to WAPDA/NTDC standards with valid type test reports from approved laboratories. The materials must be new, free from defects, and accompanied by manufacturer authorization and warranty certificates. Delivery is scheduled within 100 days to the specified warehouse. Bidders must be registered suppliers with LESCO/DISCOs/NTDC/GENCOs and possess valid FBR/ATL registration. Experience requirements include at least five years manufacturing and three years supply experience for manufacturers, and three years supply/import experience for suppliers. Joint ventures are allowed with specific experience criteria for lead and partner members. The submission deadline is **May 20, 2026, 10:00 AM**, with bid opening at 11:15 AM on the same day via the EPADS v2.0 e-bidding platform. Manual submissions are not accepted. Bidders must submit a bid security in the form of pay order, banker's cheque, call deposit, or bank guarantee, and provide a performance guarantee upon award. The procurement will follow the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration and familiarization with the EPADS v2.0 system well before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, submit all required documents including manufacturer authorization, valid type test reports, and financial statements to meet eligibility criteria. Proper packaging and adherence to delivery schedules are critical to avoid liquidated damages. Contact the Chief Engineer Office at the 132kV Grid Station Qrataba for clarifications and ensure all correspondence is in English as per contract requirements.