Supply of 15-KV XLPE 3-Core 120 mm sq Cable

The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) through its Material Management department in Lahore is procuring 15-KV XLPE 3-Core 120 mm sq cables for distribution purposes. This procurement is planned for the financial year 2026-27 and is specifically for supply to LESCO Regional Stores at Shalamar, Walgon Sohail, and Pattoki. The cables must strictly conform to the NTDC/PPMC standard specification P-29:2010 (amended to date) and be medium voltage power cables suitable for the intended electrical distribution network. The technical scope includes supplying 30 kilometers of the specified cable within 90 days from the issuance of the purchase order. The supplier must ensure prototype approval from the Stands & Specifications Department of PPMC Lahore before mass production. The prototype testing involves submission of samples and drawings within 30 days of contract signing, with strict penalties for delays. The manufacturer must have in-house testing facilities approved by PPMC and allow inspection by authorized engineers at manufacturing premises. All testing charges are borne by the supplier. Eligibility criteria require bidders to be registered with FBR, be on the Active Taxpayer List, and prequalified with LESCO or other WAPDA formations under the relevant category. Bidders must have at least two years of experience supplying similar or higher capacity cables to LESCO, DISCOs, or WAPDA entities, supported by purchase orders and GRNs. Joint ventures are not allowed for this tender. The bid submission deadline is Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 10:30 AM via the EPADS v2.0 e-bidding system. Manual submissions are not accepted. Bidders must submit original bid security physically at 22-A Queens Road Lahore before the deadline. The technical and financial bids will be opened on the same day at 11:00 AM. The bid validity period is 60 days. Performance security of 5% of the contract price is required within 7 days of award. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and complete submission of all required documents including Power of Attorney, Integrity Pact, no deviation certificates, and valid ISO certifications. Early submission of prototype samples and compliance with inspection requirements will help avoid penalties and disqualification. Strict adherence to delivery schedules and quality standards is essential to maintain eligibility for future contracts with LESCO and related entities.