Procurement of Straight Joint Kit 4/0 AWG Single Core

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) Material Management department is inviting bids for the procurement of Straight Joint Kit 4/0 AWG Single Core. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and is based in Islamabad Capital Territory. The procurement is conducted under the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. Items being procured: - Straight Joint Kit 4/0 AWG Single Core (Quantity: 50 units) The technical specifications require the material to conform to IEC Standards 60502-4:2010, 61442:2005 & 60230:2018 and relevant amended IEC standards. The delivery schedule mandates full quantity delivery within 45 days from the issuance of the Purchase Order. The goods will be delivered to the IESCO Regional Store in Islamabad. The scope includes not only the supply of the Straight Joint Kits but also related services such as providing training manuals and conducting a training session on installation, operation, and safe handling at the IESCO Training Centre. Eligibility criteria for bidders include valid registration with DISCOs/PPMC/WAPDA/NGC, no blacklisting, minimum average annual turnover of 1.5 times the contract value over the last three years, manufacturing experience of at least two years, and supply experience of at least one year. Bidders must also submit various declarations and documents including Integrity Pact, no deviation certificates, and technical literature. The bid submission deadline is **Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM** via EPADS v2.0 only; manual submissions will not be accepted. Bids will be opened the same day at 11:00 AM. 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 and familiarization with the EPADS v2.0 platform well before the closing date to avoid disqualification due to technical submission errors. Also, prepare all required documentation meticulously, especially the bid security and eligibility proofs, to meet the stringent compliance requirements of IESCO.