This procurement opportunity is for the supply of nuts and bolts by Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), Material Management Directorate, Islamabad. The tender covers the provision of various sizes of nuts and bolts conforming to NTDC specifications, to be delivered primarily to the IESCO Regional Store in Rawalpindi. The contract is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and involves fixed pricing in Pakistani Rupees with a delivery schedule of 45 to 75 days from the issuance of purchase orders. The scope includes supply of 5/8" nuts and bolts in different lengths and double arming bolts, all manufactured to meet stringent quality standards. The materials must be brand new, free from defects, and accompanied by warranty certificates valid for 12 months. Inspection will be conducted at the supplier's premises by authorized IESCO representatives, ensuring compliance with technical and quality requirements. The supplier must also provide a performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price and adhere to delivery timelines to avoid liquidated damages. Bidders must be registered and eligible under FBR and other relevant authorities, with at least two years of manufacturing experience and proven financial capacity. The tender requires submission through the EPADS v2.0 online portal, with bid security in the form of Call Deposit or Bank Guarantee. The evaluation will follow Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) criteria, emphasizing compliance and cost-effectiveness. Submission deadline is set for 10:30 AM on Monday, March 30, 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day via EPADS. All bids must be accompanied by required documentation including integrity pacts, declarations, and technical literature. The physical address for bid security submission and correspondence is IESCO Headquarters, Street # 40, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully review the bid security requirements. Missing the original bid security submission before the deadline will lead to disqualification. Also, verify all declarations and technical specifications to avoid rejection during preliminary examination.