Procurement of PVC Cable 120mm2 (37/.083) Single Core

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) Material Management department is inviting bids for the procurement of PVC Cable 120mm2 (37/.083) Single Core. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and is based in Islamabad Capital Territory. The procurement reference number is P59624. Items being procured: - PVC Cable 120mm2 (37/.083) Single Core, quantity 70000 Km The technical scope requires the material to conform strictly to NTDC Specifications DDS-8:2007 (Amended to date). The delivery location is IESCO Regional Store, Islamabad, with full quantity to be delivered within 45 days from the date of issuance of the Purchase Order. Inspection will be conducted at the manufacturer's premises jointly by Chief Engineer (MI) PPMC Lahore and Chief Engineer (MM) IESCO Islamabad or their authorized representatives. The supplier must provide 0.5% of the cost of material as inspection call deposit. The supplier is responsible for packing suitable for transit by rail or road to ensure safe delivery. Eligibility criteria include valid prototype approval, registration with DISCOs/PPMC/WAPDA/NGC, no blacklisting, and compliance with technical and commercial terms. Bidders must have manufacturing experience of at least 2 years, contractual/supply experience of at least 1 year, and meet financial requirements such as net financial resources and average annual turnover. Integrity Pact and declarations regarding material quality and non-involvement in litigation are mandatory. The bid submission deadline is Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM via EPADS v2.0 only. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM. The procurement method is Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS). The bid security must be submitted physically before the deadline to the Chief Engineer (MM) at IESCO Headquarters, Islamabad. 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 crucial to avoid delays in delivery schedule. This tender offers a significant opportunity for suppliers specializing in electrical cables to engage with a major power distribution company in Islamabad.