Procurement of Tools and Plants for Electrical Switchyard at Tarbela 4th Extension Hydel Power Station

This tender invites bids for the procurement of specialized tools and plants required for the Electrical Switchyard at Tarbela 4th Extension Hydel Power Station, located in Tarbela, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Issued by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), this procurement falls under the Power, Electrical & Solar Equipment category, essential for maintaining and upgrading the hydel power infrastructure. The contract involves supplying high-quality electrical tools and plants designed to meet the rigorous demands of a hydropower switchyard environment. The site at Tarbela is a critical energy hub, and the equipment must comply with stringent technical standards to ensure operational reliability and safety. The contract duration is 120 days, emphasizing timely delivery and performance. Bidders must be registered with the Income Tax and Sales Tax Departments and appear on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Compliance with PEC categories is advised, and bidders should ensure their documentation aligns with the 2025-26 fiscal year requirements. The Earnest Money in the form of a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) amounting to PKR 29,500 must be submitted before the bid closing time. The submission deadline is set for 26th February 2026 at 11:00 AM, with electronic bids to be submitted exclusively via the EPADS portal (www.eprocure.gov.pk). The bid opening will occur the same day at 11:30 AM at the Officer's Club, River View Colony, Tarbela. Manual bids will not be entertained. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid security CDR reaches the office before the closing time to avoid disqualification. Also, carefully review the EPADS portal for any updates or clarifications related to the bid security and performance guarantee requirements.