Procurement of T&P Items for Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) FY 2026-27

The Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the procurement of Tools and Plants (T&P) items for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned under the reference number P132508 and will be conducted through the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 platform using the Single Stage One Envelope bidding procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. The procurement includes a detailed list of safety and protective equipment essential for linemen and line staff, to be delivered to the QESCO T&G Warehouse at Sibi Road, Quetta within 120 days from the date of purchase order issuance. Items being procured: - Lineman Safety Shoes (Sizes 7, 8, 9, 10, 11) - Safety Belt with Para Shoot Harness - Lineman Safety Belt - Rain Coat (Line Staff) - Leather Gloves (Pair) - Working Gloves (Pair) - Rubber Gloves (Pair) All items must conform to WAPDA/NTDC specifications and be approved by the QESCO Sample Selection Committee based on quality, performance, durability, safety, and field utility. Bidders must be registered with relevant authorities, provide valid manufacturer authorization if not manufacturers themselves, and submit bid security as per the bidding documents. The bidding documents and detailed specifications are available on EPADS v2.0, and all bids must be submitted electronically through this portal. Manual submissions will not be accepted. Eligibility criteria include valid FBR registration, satisfactory past performance certificates, financial soundness with audited financial statements for the last three years, and compliance with all technical and contractual requirements. The bid validity period is 150 days, and the bid opening will be conducted online on October 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Interested bidders should ensure timely submission of bids and bid securities, and registration on EPADS v2.0 is mandatory. The procuring agency reserves the right to reject any or all bids without assigning any reason. Bidders are advised to carefully review all terms, conditions, and specifications in the bidding documents. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure that samples submitted for evaluation strictly comply with the technical specifications to avoid disqualification during the sample approval process. This procurement is a significant opportunity for suppliers of safety and protective equipment to engage with QESCO in Quetta, Balochistan, under transparent and regulated public procurement rules.