Procurement of Spare Parts for DCS Section at Tarbela 4th Extension Hydel Power Station

This tender invites electronic bids for the procurement of spare parts specifically for the Distributed Control System (DCS) section at the Tarbela 4th Extension Hydel Power Station in Tarbela, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Issued by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), this procurement falls under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category, reflecting the technical nature of the equipment required for hydropower operations. The contract requires original manufacturers or authorized distributors registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments and listed on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of FBR. The scope includes supply of critical DCS spare parts on a Delivered Duty Paid (D.D.P) basis, ensuring timely and efficient maintenance of the hydel power station's control systems. The contract duration is 90 days, emphasizing the need for prompt delivery and installation to maintain operational continuity. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC registration and maintain an active FBR ATL status for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender advises participants to prepare their bids in accordance with PPRA rules, including furnishing a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) of PKR 95,000 as bid security. This ensures financial seriousness and commitment to the procurement process. The submission deadline is set for 5th March 2026 at 11:00 AM, with electronic bids to be submitted exclusively via the EPADS portal. Bid opening will follow at 11:30 AM on the same day at the Officer's Club, River View Colony, Tarbela. Manual bids are not accepted, highlighting the importance of familiarity with the e-bidding system. Pro-Tip: Make sure to submit the original bid security (CDR) to the Chief Engineer's office before the closing time, as failure to do so can lead to disqualification despite electronic bid submission. Also, review the detailed terms on EPADS carefully to avoid common pitfalls related to bid validity and performance guarantees.