This tender issued by the Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) in Jehlum, Punjab, invites qualified contractors for the transportation, safe handling, erection, and earthing of HT/LT structure poles including PC spun poles and fixing of stay rods as per WAPDA SDI standards. The scope covers sites in Tehsil Jehlum, P.D Khan District Jehlum, and Tehsil S.A Gir District Gujrat under the jurisdiction of IESCO's Construction Division Jehlum. The work involves carriage and concreting of poles and transformers, requiring careful logistics from IESCO stores to the site locations. The project demands adherence to WAPDA/IESCO specifications and drawings, with a completion period of six months. Contractors must be registered with PEC under specialized codes EE-04, EE-05, CE-10, and maintain active FBR and PRA status. Financial criteria include a minimum net worth and average cash flow, supported by audited financial statements. The bid price must be inclusive of all applicable taxes, and a 2% Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) as earnest money is required. The tender follows a single-stage single-envelope e-bidding procedure via the EPADS portal. Bidders should ensure compliance with PEC category C6 and above, maintain active tax status for FY 2024-25, and provide performance certificates for similar works. The contract includes a one-year defect liability period, with performance security at 5% of the contract price. Liquidated damages apply at 0.05% per day for delays beyond the stipulated completion time, up to 30 days. Submission deadline is set for 01 April 2026 at 10:30 AM, with bid opening at 11:00 AM at the IESCO Head Office, Islamabad. Bidders must submit their bids online through EPADS and provide original bid security documents before bid opening. The office of the Addl. Director (VEC) at IESCO Head Office, Street No. 40, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad, serves as the contact point. Pro-Tip: Ensure your bid includes all mandatory documents and a valid CDR from a scheduled bank with A+ rating or above. Double-check the EPADS portal for any addenda or clarifications issued before submission. Missing the original bid security submission before the opening time can lead to disqualification. Also, verify your PEC registration codes and financial documents carefully to avoid non-responsiveness.