Procurement of P.G Connectors

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) (Material Management Directorate) based in Islamabad Capital Territory is procuring P.G Connectors for the fiscal year 2026-27. This procurement is planned under contract reference number P55286 and invites eligible bidders to submit sealed bids through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. The procurement follows the Single Stage-One Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Items being procured: - P.G Connector S-117 (Quantity: 60000 Nos.) - P.G Connector S-157 (Quantity: 14000 Nos.) - P.G Connector T-110 (Quantity: 25000 Nos.) - P.G Connector T-150 (Quantity: 10000 Nos.) The technical specifications require all items to conform to NTDC Specification P-25:67 (amended to date). Delivery is scheduled primarily to the IESCO Regional Store Rawalpindi with staggered delivery periods: 50% quantity of S-117 connectors within 45 days and the balance within 75 days from the date of issuance of purchase order; other connectors are to be delivered within 45 days. Inspection of materials will be conducted at the manufacturer's works by Chief Engineer (MI) PPMC Lahore jointly with Chief Engineer (MM) IESCO Islamabad or their authorized representatives. Bidders must provide a 0.5% non-reimbursable inspection fee along with the inspection call. Eligibility criteria include valid prototype approval, prequalification with NTDC/WAPDA/DISCOs, manufacturing experience of at least 2 years, contractual supply experience of at least one year, audited financial reports for the last three years, FBR registration, and no blacklisting or litigation. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including purchase orders of similar supplies, production capacity, financial resources, and declarations regarding material quality and compliance. The bid submission deadline is Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:30 AM via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions are not accepted. Bids will be opened the same day at 11:00 AM. Bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is mandatory and must be submitted physically before the deadline. The contract requires a performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price. Payment will be made in Pakistani Rupees against actual invoices and delivery documentation. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submit all required documents including bid security physically before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Early inspection call submission (at least 15 days prior) is critical to avoid delays in delivery acceptance and penalties. This procurement offers a significant opportunity for suppliers experienced in electrical wire connectors to engage with a major electric supply company in Islamabad Capital Territory. Bidders should carefully review all technical and contractual requirements to ensure compliance and competitive pricing.