Shifting and Replacement of Energy Meters Central and Pishin Circle

The Chief Engineer (Technical) of Quetta Electric Supply Company (QESCO) invites bids for the shifting and replacement of energy meters in the Central and Pishin Circles of Quetta, Balochistan. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2025-26 and covers extensive works including installation, fixing, and welding of cast iron frames for anti-theft securing of energy meters, shifting of single and three-phase energy meters, screening, and replacement of old sluggish meters where necessary. The scope also includes provision of cables as per NTDC standard design and specifications. The project involves significant quantities: over 7,000 frames and 28,000 meters in Central Circle, and nearly 2,400 frames and 9,500 meters in Pishin Circle, with cable lengths exceeding 140,000 meters and 47,000 meters respectively. Bidders must be registered with FBR, hold valid PEC registrations (CI, C3 & EE-04) for FY 2025-26, and have experience executing similar projects with at least one distribution company, supported by performance certificates. The bidding process follows the Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique under the Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0 by April 29, 2026, 10:00 AM, with bid opening at 10:30 AM the same day. Manual submissions are not accepted. The bid security must be submitted in the form of Pay Order, Banker's Cheque, Call at Deposit, or Bank Guarantee. The contract requires a 5% performance guarantee. The project completion timeline is 180 days, with all activities to commence simultaneously. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and to carefully prepare the technical and financial bids in compliance with the detailed bidding documents to avoid disqualification. The submission deadline and bid security requirements are strictly enforced, and bidders should plan site visits and gather all necessary documentation well in advance to meet these conditions. This tender offers a significant opportunity for qualified contractors to engage in a critical infrastructure upgrade in Quetta and Pishin, enhancing energy meter security and efficiency.