Procurement of Vacuum Interrupter for Outgoing and Incoming and Press Machine

The Hazara Electric Supply Company (HAZECO) based in Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is procuring Vacuum Interrupters for outgoing and incoming circuits along with Press Machines. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and aims to enhance the operational efficiency of HAZECO's electrical infrastructure. The technical scope includes supply of Vacuum Interrupters from reputed makes such as Siemens, Pel, and Hyundai, each with a warranty of one year. Additionally, two 10-ton press machines are required. The delivery schedule is 90 days for Vacuum Interrupters and 27 days for Press Machines, with all items to be delivered to the Regional Store in Abbottabad. Eligible bidders must have a minimum of five years manufacturing or supply experience, proven track record of supplying similar materials in the last five years, and must comply with WAPDA/NTDC/IEC standards. Registration with FBR and valid PEC categories are mandatory. The bid submission deadline is **June 16, 2026, 11:30 AM**, and bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be entertained. The technical and financial bids will be opened on **July 16, 2026, 12:00 PM** on EPADS. Bidders are advised to carefully prepare their technical proposals including all required documents such as manufacturer authorization, audited financial statements, and integrity pact. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to submit the original bid security physically at HAZECO HQ before the deadline to avoid disqualification. This tender follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) method and requires strict adherence to bid validity and submission guidelines.