Procurement of Tablets by Hazara Electric Supply Company Abbottabad

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) in Abbottabad invites sealed bids for the procurement of Tablets under contract reference P86869 for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to support the operational needs of HAZECO and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform. Bidders must be registered on EPADS and comply with the eligibility criteria including FBR registration and prior experience with DISCO/HAZECO or public sector entities. The procurement will follow the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method under a Single Stage One Envelope procedure. Items being procured: - Tablet (Quantity: 9 units) The tablets must meet detailed technical specifications including a minimum A16 chip or equivalent, 5-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 128 GB internal storage, 10.86 to 11-inch Liquid Retina or equivalent display with 2360x1640 resolution, 12 MP front and rear cameras, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C port, fingerprint biometric authentication, and a minimum one-year manufacturer warranty. Each tablet must include an original manufacturer digital pen/stylus and compatible charger and cable. All items must be brand new, unused, and genuine current production models. Bidders must submit bids online via EPADS v2.0 by Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:30 AM. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is required and must be submitted physically to HAZECO HQ, Gulistan Colony, College Road, Abbottabad before the deadline. Technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM via EPADS. The delivery location is HAZECO HQ, Abbottabad with a delivery schedule of 30 days. Eligibility requires valid FBR registration, active taxpayer status, and at least one completed purchase order with DISCO/HAZECO or public sector along with completion certificates. Bidders must also provide audited financial reports and income tax returns for the last two years. The contract will be governed by the laws of Pakistan and disputes resolved through arbitration in Islamabad. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and submission of the original bid security physically before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Familiarity with the detailed technical specifications and compliance with all bidding document requirements will enhance the chances of success.