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Tender Title: Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 02 Nos 220 Volt Nickel-Cadmium Battery Banks
Reference Number: GEM/2024/B/5677737
Issuing Authority/Department: Power Grid Corporation Of India Limited
Ministry: Ministry of Power
The Power Grid Corporation of India Limited is inviting tenders for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of two 220 Volt Nickel-Cadmium Battery Banks intended for use at the Hisar Substation. This project aims to enhance the power storage and management capabilities at the facility, ensuring reliable operations and sustainability in power supply.
Scope of Work and Objectives
The primary objective of this tender includes:
- Supply of two Nickel-Cadmium Battery Banks.
- Installation of the supplied banks at the designated site.
- Testing to ensure operational readiness.
- Commissioning of the systems.
Eligibility Criteria
Bidders must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Bidders should possess valid registration as a manufacturer or OEM of the offered product.
- Compliance with required experience criteria and turnover thresholds is mandatory for all bidders, unless an exemption is sought supported by valid documentation.
- Micro and small enterprises eligible under the relevant category may participate but are required to present valid Udyam Registration.
Technical Requirements
The tender requires bidders to adhere to specific technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. This includes detailed adherence to IS standards for Nickel-Cadmium batteries and proper documentation to validate compliance with local content regulations as per the “Make in India” initiative.
Financial Requirements
An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹305,885 is required from bidders. The EMD may be exempted for eligible MSEs with valid supporting documentation. A performance security amounting to 5% of the contract value is also mandated, along with its submission in favor of the beneficiary.
Document Submission Details
Bidders must upload the following documents:
- Completed bid form.
- Compliance and certification documents to meet technical and financial criteria.
- A signed integrity pact must be included in the submission.
- All documents must be submitted in the PDF format as required in the tender documents.
Special Provisions
This tender has specific provisions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups:
- MSEs are encouraged to participate with a preference policy applied where they qualify.
- The procurement processes are reserved for Class 1 local suppliers, in alignment with the Make in India initiative, requiring bidders to provide documentation supporting local content percentages.
Evaluation Process
The evaluation process will be based on total value-wise assessment as stipulated in the tender document. Bidders will be evaluated on their compliance with technical specifications, financial capacities, and capability to deliver within specified timelines.
Delivery Locations
The successful bidder will deliver the battery banks to the Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd., Hisar 400/220kV Sub-Station, Vill. & Post: Mayyar, District Hisar, Haryana-125044.
Contact Information
For more details, bidders can refer to the links provided in the main document or seek clarifications through the official buyer contact channels noted in the tender documents.
All potential bidders are encouraged to review all tender specifications meticulously to design their proposals in accordance with the requirements stated to ensure compliance and competitiveness in this tender process.
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Tender Documents
5 DocumentsDocuments Required from Seller
- Experience Criteria
- Bidder Turnover
- Certificate (Requested in ATC) *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
- the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
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Frequently Asked Questions
The eligibility requirements include being a registered manufacturer or OEM for the offered products, compliance with experience and turnover criteria unless exempted by documentation, and valid MSE registration for micro and small enterprises.
Bidders must submit various certificates, including proof of turnover, experience, and a signed integrity pact. Compliance certificates outlined in the Additional Terms and Conditions (ATC) must also be included.
To participate, potential bidders must ensure they are registered on the relevant e-Government marketplace platform and fulfill eligibility requirements laid out in the tender document, submitting all necessary documentation.
Document submissions must generally be made in PDF format, as outlined in the tender submission guidelines. Bidders should ensure accuracy in the uploaded documents.
The technical specifications include adherence to IS standards for Nickel-Cadmium batteries and compliance with the minimum local content requirements set by the Make in India initiative.
Bidders are required to meet quality standards as specified in the tender documents, particularly IS standards for Nickel-Cadmium batteries, ensuring reliability and compliance with buyer objectives.
Bidders need to comply with the eligibility criteria, submit all required technical documentation, and ensure that an integrity pact is signed and included with the bid submission.
An EMD of ₹305,885 is required for participation, which may be exempted for eligible MSEs who provide valid supporting documents.
A performance security amounting to 5% of the total contract value is mandatory and should be submitted as part of the bidding process.
Payment terms will be specified in the contract, typically based on milestones associated with supply, installation, testing, and successful commissioning of the battery banks.
The evaluation and selection process will consider the total value of bids, compliance with technical specifications, and the announced preferences for MSEs and startups.
Bids must be submitted electronically through the specified e-Government marketplace platform, adhering to document submission formats and timelines.
Timelines for bid submission and evaluation are outlined in the tender documents. Bidders are advised to adhere to these deadlines to ensure their bids are considered.
The notification of results will be communicated through the buyer’s portal or by email to the participating bidders, following the completion of the evaluation process.
MSEs may benefit from a purchase preference policy, allowing qualified bidders to secure contracts within a defined price band, promoting inclusivity in the tendering process.
Startups can participate in this tender; however, they need to meet the same eligibility and compliance requirements as other bidders without any special exemptions indicated.
Bidders must comply with the local content requirement that states a minimum of 50% local content is necessary to qualify as a Class 1 local supplier.
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