Tender Title: Selection of Laboratories for Testing of Products/Material

Tender Reference Number: 16ed4247
Issuing Authority: NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited, Ministry of Coal

Scope of Work and Objectives

The main objective of this tender is to select qualified laboratories for conducting periodical testing of lubrication oil used in rotating machineries at NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited (NTPL). Laboratories will be tasked with ensuring that the lubrication oil meets industry-specific standards and specifications, thereby contributing to the operational efficiency and reliability of the plant's machinery.

The tender encompasses the following key activities:

• Testing samples of lubrication oil.
• Delivering comprehensive reports detailing the findings, adherence to quality standards, and recommendations for improvements, if necessary.
• Utilizing custom filtering systems to assess technical specifications as provided by the buyer.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, bidders must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Must be a registered entity with relevant experience in testing products/materials.
• Have prior experience working directly with industries or sectors similar to that of NTPL.
• Certification and accreditation by relevant national or international bodies to conduct laboratory testing.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must adhere to stringent technical requirements detailed within the tender documentation, which includes:

• Compliance with established quality standards for testing lubricants.
• Provision of robust equipment and methodologies to perform accurate testing.
• Ability to produce timely and precise analytical reports post testing.

Financial Requirements

Financial requirements include justifying the pricing submissions in accordance with market standards. Bidders may be asked to present:

• A complete breakdown of pricing and costs associated with conducting the tests.
• Justification of any additional charges beyond the standard service fee.

Document Submission Details

All proposals must be submitted electronically via the designated portal, ensuring that:

• All necessary documents are included within the submission package.
• Bidders meet all stipulated formatting guidelines to avoid disqualification.

Special Provisions

This tender acknowledges benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), offering them additional preference during the evaluation process. Startups are also encouraged, with provisions allocated to support their participation in competitive bidding.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will be based on the quality and comprehensiveness of proposals submitted, focusing on:

• Adherence to technical specifications.
• Financial competitiveness.
• Past performance and experience in similar projects might also be considered.

Delivery Locations

The selected laboratories will primarily operate within the jurisdictions specified by the NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited, with particular emphasis on efficiency and adherence to timelines set by NTPL.

Contact Information

For further inquiries regarding this tender, bidders may contact the NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited procurement department through channels provided publicly or on the tender portal.