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Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation Tender for FOAC Cable Purchase - Power & Energy Sector

Bid Publish Date

03-Nov-2025, 1:30 pm

Bid End Date

27-Nov-2025, 10:30 am

Value

₹26,80,76,300

Progress

Issue03-Nov-2025, 1:30 pm
AwardPending
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Tender Type

Open

Sector

Power and Energy

Tender Fee

₹11,800

Contract Form

Supply

Completion Period

12  Months

Currency Type

Single

Categories 4

Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation Limited (GETCO) has announced a significant tender for the supply of FOAC cables to enhance power transmission infrastructure across Gujarat. This procurement targets qualified electrical equipment manufacturers with proven experience in high-quality cable manufacturing, testing, and delivery. The tender offers an excellent opportunity for companies specializing in power sector electrical goods to participate in a government-funded project aimed at strengthening the state's electricity distribution network. The project involves supplying cables that meet stringent technical standards, with a total estimated value of approximately INR 268 million. Key dates include bid submission by 27th November 2025, with evaluation stages spanning preliminary, technical, and price bids. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with technical, financial, and statutory requirements, including certifications and past project experience. The process emphasizes transparency, quality, and timely delivery, supporting Gujarat’s ongoing power sector development goals. This tender is ideal for manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors seeking to contribute to critical energy infrastructure projects in Gujarat and the broader power and energy industry.

Scope Of Work

• Supply of FOAC (Fiber Optic Armored Cable) as per the latest specifications detailed in Schedule-A.
• Ensure all cables meet the technical standards specified in the tender documents, including durability, safety, and performance.
• Delivery of cables to designated GETCO project sites across Gujarat within the stipulated completion period.
• Provide necessary documentation including test reports, quality assurance plans, and factory certificates.
• Comply with all safety and environmental regulations during manufacturing, testing, and delivery.

The process involves:

  1. Submission of bid documents including technical and financial proposals.
  2. Technical evaluation based on specifications, testing reports, and manufacturing capacity.
  3. Price bid evaluation for shortlisted bidders.
  4. Final selection based on combined technical and financial scores.
Specification Details
Cable Type FOAC (Fiber Optic Armored Cable)
Length As per project requirement
Certification BIS, ISO, and relevant standards
Delivery Schedule Within 12 months from contract award
Payment Terms As specified in the tender document

• Bidders must demonstrate manufacturing capability, past supply experience, and compliance with technical standards.
• All supplied cables must pass factory and field testing as per GETCO specifications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Cable Type FOAC (Fiber Optic Armored Cable)
Conductor Material Copper or Aluminum
Insulation XLPE or equivalent
Armoring Galvanized Steel Wire
Fiber Optic Single-mode or Multi-mode as per project
Certification BIS, ISO, IEC standards
Operating Voltage Up to 33 kV
Temperature Range -20°C to +70°C
Testing Factory and site testing including dielectric strength, insulation resistance, and fiber integrity

Manufacturers must follow the sequential process:

  1. Design and manufacture cables as per specifications.
  2. Conduct internal quality checks and testing.
  3. Submit test reports and certificates.
  4. Deliver cables within the scheduled timeline.
  5. Provide after-sales support and warranty as per contract terms.

Financial Requirements

The estimated total cost for this procurement is approximately INR 268 million. Bidders must submit a detailed financial proposal including unit rates, total cost, and applicable taxes. The payment schedule will be linked to delivery milestones and acceptance tests. The bid should include:

  • Cost breakdown per kilometer or unit.
  • Validity of quoted prices for 120 days.
  • Security deposit or EMD of INR 2.68 million, payable via bank guarantee or RTGS/NEFT.
Cost Component Amount (INR)
Cable Price As per unit rate
Transportation As applicable
Taxes & Duties As applicable
Total Estimated Cost INR 268,076,300

Payment terms include advance payment, milestone-based payments, and final settlement after successful testing and acceptance.

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Eligibility Criteria

✓ Must have valid GST registration and PAN card.
✓ Must demonstrate a minimum average annual turnover of INR 50 million over the last three financial years.
✓ Proven experience in supplying electrical cables, especially FOAC cables, with at least 3 completed projects in the power sector in the last 5 years.
✓ Must possess ISO 9001 certification and BIS license for manufacturing electrical cables.
✓ Financial stability evidenced by audited balance sheets and CA certificates.

Criterion Requirement
Turnover Minimum INR 50 million annually
Experience At least 3 completed projects in power sector
Certification ISO 9001, BIS License
Financials Audited financial statements for last 3 years
Legal Valid GST registration, PAN, and other statutory documents

Bidding Process

Process Timeline

1. Preliminary Stage

04-12-2025 16:00

2. Technical Stage

04-12-2025 17:00

3. Price Bid

05-12-2025 11:00

Required Forms

Preliminary

EMD And Vendor Registration Details

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

EMD Breakup

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

Tender fee

User Defined Template-Standard

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Technical

Annexure-1 P

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

Annexure-2

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

ANNEXURE -3

User Defined Template-Standard

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Annexure 5

User Defined Template-Standard

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Annexure 6 Form

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

ANNEXURE-7 FORM

User Defined Template-Standard

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ANNEXURE-8 FORM

User Defined Template-Standard

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Annexure-9 Form

User Defined Template-Standard

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Annexure-10 (Firm Price)

User Defined Template-Standard

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Annexure 11 Form

User Defined Template-Standard

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ANNEXURE- 12 FORM

User Defined Template-Standard

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ANNEXURE-13 Revised FORM

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Annexure 14

User Defined Template-Standard

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ANNEXURE-15 FORM

User Defined Template-Standard

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ANNEXURE-16

User Defined Template-Standard

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GETCO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FORM

User Defined Template-Standard

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GETCO TERMS Form

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

GETCO CONFIRMATION Form

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

Certificate A Form

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

ANNEXURE-4 ANNEXURE-4 FOAC CABLE

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

GTP 96F OFAC

User Defined Template-Standard

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GTP 48F OFAC

User Defined Template-Standard

Required

Price

Price Bid Form

Library-Secured

Required

Required Documents

Stage - Preliminary Stage

1

Copy of Tender Fee RTGS/NEFT/Online Detail (as per clause 4 (I) of schedule –A)

Required
2

Copy of EMD DD/ Bank Guarantee/RTGS/NEFT/ Online Detail (as per clause 4 (II) and clause 5 of schedule –A)

Required
3

Notarized copy of EMD Documents if applicable for exemption/ reduced rate EMD payable (refer Clause 4)

Required
4

Copy of Vendor Registration or fees receipt of VR application (not mandatory)

5

Copy of Notarized Country Boundary Declaration on 300/- Rs. non judicial stamp paper (as per attached format) (Submit only anyone Land Boarder sharing Declaration Certificate i.e. either Cetificate-A1 or Certificate A2)

Required
6

Copy of Notarized declaration on Rs. 300/- Non judicial stamp paper as per attached format for Authorized representative.(as per attached format)

Required

Stage - Technical Stage

1

Tender Schedule-A with all corrigendum

Required
2

Integrity Pact signed by firm

Required
3

Certificate –A signed by firm

Required
4

Important Instructions signed by firm

Required
5

Commercial Terms and conditions duly seal and signed

Required
6

GETCO Technical specifications duly seal and signed

Required
7

GETCO Technical specifications duly seal and signed-Extra

8

Inter-se reverse Action ID

Required
9

Testing results & Type test Reports

Required
10

Testing results & Type test Reports - Extra

11

List of testing equipment’s (must have been calibrated up dated) for offered item/s of tender.

Required
12

List of machinery installed & Testing Facility for manufacturing of offered item/s of tender

Required
13

CE Certificate For Annual production capacity (with shift in operation) of each item manufactured (Factory address and items must be clearly mentioned)

Required
14

Past Executed order copy with GUVNL & its subsidiaries company/Other SEBs (last 5 years) (Must be listed in online Annexure -6) * Order copy must be of same factory works as per submitted copy of Vendor registration. In case of deferment submit supporting document along with PO copy)

Required
15

Past Executed order copy with GUVNL & its subsidiaries company/Other SEBs (last 5 years) (Must be listed in online Annexure -6) * Order copy must be of same factory works as per submitted copy of Vendor registration. In case of deferment submit supporting document along with PO copy) - Extra

16

Performance reports with PO copy (Performance report must be listed in Annexure -7)

Required
17

Performance reports with PO copy (Performance report must be listed in Annexure -7) - Extra

18

Quality Assurance Plan

Required
19

Valid Factory License

Required
20

A set of tender drawing

Required
21

Field quality plan (if applicable)

Required
22

Erection, testing & Commissioning and maintenance manuals (if applicable)

Required
23

List of Orders executed during last three (3) years from the date of publication of tender notice (including supplied made to GETCO / GEB / GUVNL or their any subsidiary company) for the tendered items. Please attach order copies

Required
24

A/c detail/ cancelled Cheque

Required
25

GST Registration

Required
26

PAN CARD

Required
27

Last three Financial years Balance sheet with audited result

Required
28

Last Three Financial year ITR filled

Required
29

Last Three year turn over/ CA Certificate

Required
30

List of Partners/Directors with MoA/MCA-21 (if applicable)

Required
31

Partnership deed / Memorandum of Pvt. or Public limited company’s issued by RoC

Required
32

Notarized Copy of BIS License (if applicable)

33

BEE Certificate (if applicable)

34

ISO Certificate

Required
35

Power of Attorney/Board Resolution

Required
36

Extra

37

Extra-1

38

Extra-2

39

Extra-3

40

Extra-4

41

Extra -5

42

Extra-6

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main scope of this tender?

This tender involves the supply of FOAC (Fiber Optic Armored Cables) as per the latest specifications outlined in Schedule-A. The scope includes manufacturing, testing, delivery, and documentation compliance to support Gujarat's power transmission infrastructure, with a focus on quality, safety, and timely execution.

Who is eligible to participate in this tender?

Eligible bidders must have valid GST registration, PAN, and demonstrate a minimum annual turnover of INR 50 million over the last three years. They should have experience in electrical cable supply, possess ISO 9001 and BIS licenses, and have a proven track record with at least 3 completed projects in the power sector within the last 5 years.

What are the key technical specifications for the cables?

The cables must be FOAC type, with copper or aluminum conductors, XLPE insulation, and galvanized steel armoring. They should meet BIS, ISO, IEC standards, operate at up to 33 kV, and pass factory and site testing including dielectric strength and fiber integrity. Certification documentation is mandatory.

What is the bidding process and timeline?

The process involves bid submission by 27-11-2025, public bid opening, technical evaluation on 04-12-2025, and price bid opening on 05-12-2025. Bidders must submit complete documentation, and the final award will be based on combined technical and financial scores. The entire process emphasizes transparency and adherence to deadlines.

How can I get further information or clarification?

All inquiries should be directed to Additional Chief Engineer (Procurement & Contracts) at Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation Limited. Contact via email at [email protected]. Details regarding site visits or pre-bid meetings will be communicated through official channels. Ensure to review all tender documents available for download.

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