Procurement of Upper/Lower Clamp for HRC Fuse & HT Porceline Insulator Assembly in Islamabad

This procurement opportunity in Islamabad by Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), Material Management, focuses on the supply of Upper and Lower Clamps for HRC Fuse and HT Porceline Insulator Assemblies. The tender covers electrical components essential for the reliable operation of air circuit breakers and electrical insulators, critical for power distribution infrastructure. The contract requires delivery of high-quality clamps and insulators conforming to NTDC/WAPDA specifications, with a 12-month warranty. The materials must be manufactured using prime raw materials, ensuring durability and compliance with industry standards. The delivery location is IESCO Regional Store, Islamabad, with a strict delivery timeline of 45 days from the purchase order issuance. The procurement involves inspection at the manufacturer's premises within Pakistan, with a 0.5% inspection fee applicable. Bidders must be registered with relevant authorities such as NTDC/WAPDA/DISCOs and demonstrate at least two years of manufacturing experience and one year of supply experience. Financially, bidders should have an average annual turnover of 1.5 times the contract value and net financial resources of at least 50% of the contract value. The tender requires submission of a fixed price bid in PKR, with a bid validity of 120 days and a bid security in the form of Call Deposit or Bank Guarantee. Submission is exclusively online via EPADS v2.0, with the original bid security hard copy submitted physically to the Chief Engineer (MM) at IESCO Headquarters, Islamabad. The deadline for bid submission is 10:30 AM on April 6, 2026, with bid opening at 11:00 AM the same day. The contract includes a 5% performance guarantee and liquidated damages of 0.067% per day up to 10% of the contract value for delays. Pro-Tip: Ensure timely registration on EPADS v2.0 and carefully prepare the bid security documents as failure to submit the original bid security before the deadline will lead to disqualification. Also, verify all declarations and certifications, including the use of prime materials and compliance with NTDC/WAPDA specifications, to avoid rejection during technical evaluation.