Tender Details
Description / Scope of Work
The Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO), under the World Bank-financed Electricity Distribution Efficiency Improvement Project (P170230), invites sealed bids for civil works as part of the initiative to enhance electricity distribution infrastructure across Pakistan. The project, headquartered in Multan, Punjab, aims to improve operational efficiency and reduce technical losses in the distribution network. This invitation for bids (Notice No. OP00461490) is issued under the Request for Bids procurement method and is open to qualified domestic and international contractors. The scope encompasses civil engineering works related to the modernization and optimization of distribution infrastructure, with project financing through World Bank support ensuring international standards and transparent procurement processes.
Eligible bidders must be registered with relevant Pakistani authorities and possess appropriate engineering credentials. Bidders are required to submit technical and financial proposals demonstrating capability, experience with similar projects, and compliance with World Bank procurement guidelines. Standard bid security requirements apply as per the tender documents. Contractors with prior experience in electrical distribution infrastructure projects, particularly in Pakistan, are encouraged to participate. All submissions must comply with the borrower reference PK-MEPCO-560389-CW-RFB and related procurement conditions.
Bid documents are available from the Multan Electric Power Company for a specified fee. All bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes by the deadline of 23 September 2026 at 11:00 AM to the MEPCO Complex, WAPDA Colony, Khanewal Road, Multan. Interested bidders should contact Zahid Akhtar at cedev.mepco@gmail.com or +92-310-4064444 for further information, clarifications, and to obtain complete tender documents including technical specifications and contract terms.
For Bidders: Our Analysis PAKISTANTENDER INSIGHT
Independent analysis by PakistanTender — not part of the official notice. Always confirm details against the original tender document.
World Bank-financed civil works contract for electricity distribution modernization under MEPCO's efficiency project.
The contract appears substantial, involving infrastructure upgrade works across the Multan region as part of a larger national program. Submission deadline is 23 September 2026, providing moderate preparation time. This is a one-off civil works package within a larger multi-year project, suggesting reliable disbursement through World Bank mechanisms. Bidders should note strict compliance with international procurement standards and World Bank fiduciary requirements; local contractors may face competition from experienced international firms.
Who can bid: Bidders must be registered with relevant Pakistani registration authorities. Typically for civil works of this scale financed by World Bank, bidders must hold valid engineering licenses from PEC (Pakistan Engineering Council) or equivalent, maintain active NTN registration, and demonstrate prior experience with comparable infrastructure projects. Foreign contractors may participate under World Bank guidelines with local partnership or representation.