Tender Title: Supply of Industrial Dissolved Acetylene, Oxygen, and Nitrogen in Returnable Cylinders

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6165368

Issuing Authority:

Department of Heavy Industry
Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

Scope of Work and Objectives:

The objective of this tender is to invite bids for the supply of industrial gases including Dissolved Acetylene, Oxygen, and Nitrogen in returnable cylinders. The total quantity specified for this tender amounts to 1,596 cylinders. Suppliers are expected to ensure the quality and timely delivery of these industrial gases, which are essential for various industrial applications. Additionally, bidders are required to comply with safety standards and maintain high-quality service during the execution of this contract.

Eligibility Criteria:

Bidders must meet the following eligibility requirements to participate in this tender process:

• Proven track record in the supply of industrial gases.
• Registration with relevant governmental bodies.
• Compliance with safety regulations specific to handling and distributing industrial gases.
• Financial stability to manage large volume orders.

Technical Requirements:

Bidders must adhere to the outlined technical specifications, including but not limited to:

• Use of high-quality materials in the production of cylinders.
• Compliance with Indian and international safety standards governing industrial gases.
• Provision of certificates demonstrating the quality of gases supplied.

Financial Requirements:

All bids must include a detailed financial proposal indicating:

• Pricing per cylinder along with any applicable taxes.
• Information regarding payment terms, including any upfront deposits required.
• Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) provisions as specified in the tender documents.

Document Submission Details:

Bid submissions are to be conducted electronically. Bidders must ensure that all required documents, including financial and technical proposals, are submitted before the closing date of the tender. Non-compliance with submission guidelines may result in disqualification.

Special Provisions:

This tender includes special provisions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, encouraging them to participate in the bidding process. Special consideration will be given to bids from these entities to promote local industry and job creation.

Evaluation Process:

Bids will be evaluated based on a comprehensive scoring system that takes into account:

• Technical expertise and compliance with specifications.
• Financial viability and competitiveness of pricing.
• Past performance and reliability in supply chain management.

Delivery Locations:

The delivery of industrial gases must be made to designated locations specified by the Department of Heavy Industry. Bidders should include their logistics plan for ensuring timely delivery in their proposal.

Contact Information:

For any queries or further clarifications, bidders are encouraged to reach out to the contact points provided in the official tender documentation. It is vital that all communication is routed through the official channels mentioned therein.

Additional Information:

Bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with all terms and conditions attached to this tender. Non-compliance with any aspect of the tender documents could lead to disqualification, ensuring that only serious and capable suppliers are awarded this opportunity.