Procurement of Transmission Line Conductor for 220kV Transmission Lines Associated with 500/220kV Sialkot and 220kV Arifwala Substations

The National Grid Company of Pakistan Limited (NGC) invites bids for the procurement of Transmission Line Conductor for 220kV Transmission Lines associated with 500/220kV Sialkot and 220kV Arifwala Substations. This procurement is financed under the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) loan and follows a Single-Stage One-Envelope bidding procedure. Items being procured: - ACSR Rail Conductor, 448 km The scope includes design, manufacturing, testing, furnishing, insuring, marine transportation, and delivery of the material to the designated storage yard at NGC Gatti Warehouse, Faisalabad. The conductor shall conform to ASTM standards and NGC's technical specifications, including type testing as per NGC's revised Type Test Policy. The supplier must provide detailed drawings, packing details, and test programs for approval. The delivery period is 150 days from the date of contract signing. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR, not blacklisted by NGC/WAPDA/DISCOs or any government/public department/donor agencies, and to comply with AFD financing eligibility. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid including manufacturer's authorization, technical data, and affidavits regarding blacklisting and beneficial ownership. Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on 20th October 2026 at Lahore and bid submission deadline on 27th November 2026 at 11:00 AM. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Director General (Procurement), NGC, Lahore. Technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:30 AM. Bidders are advised to carefully review the detailed technical specifications, NGC SOP for blacklisting, and type test policies. Compliance with environmental, social, health, and safety standards as per AFD policy is mandatory. The contract includes provisions for price adjustment based on steel and aluminum price fluctuations, performance security, and liquidated damages for delays. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure timely submission of all required documents, including notarized English translations where applicable, and prepare for pre-shipment inspection and type testing witnessed by NGC representatives to avoid delays or rejection.