Shifting of Power Transformers for Replacement of Damaged 10/13 MVA Power Transformer at 132KV Grid Station Chaint

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) Project Management Unit (PMU) invites bids for the shifting of power transformers for replacement of damaged 10/13 MVA Power Transformer (T-2) at 132KV Grid Station Chaint, Islamabad Capital Territory. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and involves the loading, unloading, and transportation of two 10/13 MVA 132/11KV power transformers weighing approximately 60 tons each, over a distance of about 165 kilometers from 132KV Grid Station E-8 Islamabad to 132KV Grid Station Chaint and then to 132KV Zeropoint Grid Station for repair. The scope includes safe handling, insurance coverage in the name of the procuring agency, and all allied accessories. Bidders must be registered on EPADS v2.0 and demonstrate experience in inter-provincial shifting of goods with in-house heavy-duty trailers, cranes, and trained personnel. A bid security of Rs. 80,000/- is required, and a performance guarantee of 10% of the contract price must be furnished upon award. The tender follows a single stage-one envelope procedure with least cost based selection. Bids must be submitted online via EPADS v2.0 by Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM and will be opened the same day at 11:30 AM. Manual submissions are not accepted. The procuring agency emphasizes compliance with all tax and legal requirements including FBR registration and PEC eligibility. The submission address for bid security hard copies is the IESCO Head Office, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to carefully prepare the technical and financial bids in accordance with the detailed bidding documents to avoid disqualification. The estimated cost for each transformer is Rs. 82 Million, making the total estimated cost Rs. 164 Million. This is a critical service contract requiring utmost care in handling and transportation to avoid any damage or loss, with insurance coverage mandatory for the full value of the transformers.