Procurement of solar system on turnkey basis

The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Mardan is procuring a solar system on a turnkey basis to support its energy needs in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This procurement is aimed at enhancing sustainable energy solutions within the department's facilities. The technical scope includes the complete supply, installation, and commissioning of a solar power system. Bidders are expected to provide a comprehensive solution covering all necessary materials and equipment to ensure a fully operational solar setup. The project will be executed on a turnkey basis, meaning the contractor will handle all aspects from procurement to final handover. Eligible bidders must be registered with relevant tax authorities including FBR and KPRA, and must be active on the Income Tax and Sales Tax Active Taxpayers List (ATL). Experience in similar solar system projects and compliance with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (KPPRA) rules is essential. The bid security required is PKR 500,000 in the form of Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) or Demand Draft (DD) in favor of Secretary BISE Mardan. The submission deadline is **08 May 2026 at 3:00 PM**, with bid opening scheduled for 3:30 PM the same day. Bidders must submit their technical and financial bids online via the E-PADS system, except the original bid security which must be submitted physically in a sealed envelope. The bidding documents are available for download from the E-PADS portal after publication. A practical tip for bidders is to thoroughly review the Bid Solicitation Documents (BSDs) available on the E-PADS portal to ensure full compliance with technical specifications and submission requirements. Proper preparation of the financial envelope and timely online submission will be critical to avoid disqualification.