Procurement of Static Single Phase Energy Meters for MEPCO Distribution

MEPCO Multan invites bids for the procurement of Static Single Phase Energy Meters under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category. This tender is specifically for supply to MEPCO's distribution network in Multan, Punjab, for the financial year 2025-26. The procurement involves supply of 135,000 Static Single Phase Energy Meters to be delivered within 90 days from the purchase order date. These meters must comply with NTDC Design & Standard DDS-65:2003 and all amendments. The meters will be inspected at the manufacturer's premises by authorized representatives before delivery. The contract includes strict delivery schedules and quality assurance measures to ensure reliable metering for MEPCO's distribution system. Bidders must be registered with FBR and PEC, with proven experience supplying energy meters to DISCOs like MEPCO. Compliance with PEC categories and FBR/ATL status is mandatory for eligibility. The procurement follows Public Procurement Rules 2004, with a bid validity of 120 days and a performance guarantee of 5% of the contract price. Bidders should ensure all documentation including prototype approvals and manufacturer authorizations are complete. The submission deadline is set for 10:30 AM on Monday, March 30, 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day via the EPADS v2.0 online portal. Physical submission of bid security is required at MEPCO H/Q Khanewal Road, Multan. All bids must be submitted electronically; manual submissions will be disqualified. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid security is submitted physically before the deadline to avoid disqualification. Also, verify prototype approval validity and manufacturer authorization documents carefully, as these are common pitfalls leading to bid rejection.