Procurement of Off Size Braces for ZM-1 & TBA Type Towers by Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO)

The Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the procurement of Off Size Braces for ZM-1 and TBA Type Transmission Steel Towers. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and will be executed under the contract reference number P132478. The procurement is based in Quetta, Balochistan, and the delivery location is QESCO T&G Warehouse, Sibi Road, Quetta. The items being procured include: - Brace No.6 for ZM-1 transmission steel tower, quantity 34,078 Kg - Brace No.3 for ZM-1 transmission steel tower, quantity 39,579 Kg - Brace No.9 for TBA transmission steel tower, quantity 14,883 Kg - Brace No.5 for TBA transmission steel tower, quantity 13,382 Kg - Braces No-8 for ZM-1 transmission steel tower, quantity 10,619 Kg - Braces No-32 for ZM-1 transmission steel tower, quantity 6,419 Kg All items must comply with NTDC specifications (Amended to date) including P-143:82, P-140:82, P-144:80, P-142:83, P-141:80. The delivery period for 100% quantity is 120 days from the date of issue of the Purchase Order. The goods must be brand new, conforming to the technical specifications, and will be inspected both locally and, if applicable, abroad. Bidders must provide bid security as specified and submit bids electronically through the EPADS v2.0 portal before the deadline. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Eligibility criteria include PEC registration, FBR/ATL registration, and relevant experience with WAPDA/DISCO/NTDC/NGC projects. The evaluation will be based on Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. The bid submission deadline is Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 PM the same day on EPADS v2.0. Bidders are advised to register on EPADS v2.0 and ensure compliance with all bidding requirements. One practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely submission of original bid security physically at the specified QESCO office before the deadline to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for suppliers experienced in power transmission steel tower materials to engage with a reputable public sector entity in Balochistan.