Providing / Installation of 384 KW On-Grid Solar PV System on Turnkey Basis at Federal Judicial Academy, Sector H-8/4, Islamabad

The Federal Judicial Academy, Islamabad, invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the providing and installation of a 384 KW on-grid solar PV system on a turnkey basis at its premises located in Sector H-8/4, Islamabad. This procurement is under reference number P116623 and will be conducted through a Single Stage Two Envelope bidding process using Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique. Items being procured: - Supply and erection of single core PVC insulated copper conductor cables (1500 meters of 10 mm2 and 150 meters of 185 mm2 cables) - 520 high-efficiency bifacial solar panels (740 W each, Tier-1 brands such as Canadian, JINKO, Longi, Solis, Huawei) - On-grid inverters: one 100 KW and two 150 KW units (Growatt, Goodwell, Huawei, Solis or equivalent) - Remote monitoring system for 24/7 real-time performance data - Lightning arresters (10 units) - Bore type earthing systems for lightning protection, solar panels, and inverters - Civil/concrete works for foundations and cable trenches - Installation of mild steel mounting frames for solar panels - Miscellaneous electrical works including circuit breakers, communication boxes, meters - Installation of solar LED street lights (50 units of 150W and 24 units of 200W) - Installation of 3kVA UPS units (2 units) - Maintenance-free sealed lead-acid batteries (2 units, 200 amps) - Preparation and submission of documents for load flow, net billing meter approval, and NOCs from NEPRA and IESCO The scope includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and five years warranty with rates for service level agreement (SLA). The system must comply with international standards including IEC 61215, IEC 61730, IEC 62109, IEC 62305, and IEEE 1547 among others. The contractor is responsible for all materials, labor, tools, machinery, testing equipment, and coordination with the Academy administration. Eligibility criteria require registration with the Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB) and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) Category C5 with relevant electrical codes. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and submit bids electronically by the deadline. The bid security must be submitted as a Pay Order. The contract duration is 60 days with a defect liability period of 12 months and a warranty period of 5 years. The estimated cost is approximately Rs. 39.54 million. Bids will be opened on October 5, 2026, at 11:30 AM via EPADS. Manual bids will not be accepted. The Procuring Agency reserves the right to reject all bids. The successful bidder must provide a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract price. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure full compliance with technical specifications and provide all required documentation including manufacturer authorizations, test certificates, and detailed project timelines to avoid disqualification during technical evaluation. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified firms specializing in solar power systems to contribute to sustainable energy solutions at a prestigious federal institution in Islamabad.