Procurement of T&P, Testing & Maintenance Equipment for GSO

The Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) invites sealed bids for the procurement of T&P, Testing & Maintenance Equipment for GSO under reference P89977 for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is planned to support PESCO's operational needs in Peshawar and Nowshera districts, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Items being procured include: - Tree Trimmer, Motorized Chain Saw (5 units) - Allen Key Set, 9 Pieces Hex Keys (35 units) - Flashlight 300 Watt (250 units) - Flashlight 150 Watt (250 units) - Power Cable Cutter suitable for cables up to 1000 MCM / 500 mm² (15 units) - Creeper / Semiconductor Stripping Tools (15 units) - Cable Knife Utility Knives (8 units) - Digital Ampere Meter for Panel and Control Panel Switchboard (150 units) - Hydrometer for Battery Testing (130 units) - Portable Air Blower (45 units) - 132 kV Grounding Set (11 units) The technical scope requires heavy-duty, professional-grade equipment suitable for power utility field operations, including robust construction, safety features, and ease of operation. Bidders must submit samples for evaluation by PESCO's Sample Selection Committee, which will assess workmanship, material quality, functional performance, durability, safety, and suitability for power utility applications. Eligibility criteria include FBR registration, non-blacklisting, and prior experience with DISCOs or WAPDA formations. Bid security in the form of Call at Deposit or Bank Guarantee is mandatory. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by Monday, September 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with original bid security submitted physically to Room # 313, PESCO HQ, Peshawar. Technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 10:30 AM. The procurement will follow the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method. Interested bidders should register on EPADS v2.0 and may seek clarifications by September 2, 2026. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely submission of samples as failure to provide samples by the deadline will render the bid non-responsive for the respective item. Also, carefully review the technical specifications and comply fully to avoid disqualification. This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for suppliers of specialized power utility equipment to engage with PESCO in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.