IOCL Digboi Refinery Battery Procurement 48Ah 1.2V and 140Ah 1.2V Ni-CD Assam 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Digboi Refinery in Tinsukia, Assam invites bids for the supply of Ni-CD batteries in two capacities: 48Ah, 1.2V and 140Ah, 1.2V. The scope is strictly the supply of GOODS, including required ancillary components, with detailed installation considerations to be validated by IOCL. The tender emphasizes annexure-based technical compliance and specific rack configurations to house a total of 90 batteries per battery type, along with shorting links per IS 10918. Estimated value and quantity details are not disclosed, but the clause permits optional quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after contract alignment. The vendor must coordinate layout and dimensions with IOCL prior to approval, ensuring identical cells in both electrical and dimensional aspects. The package also requires electrolyte to be supplied separately.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

Critical technical items include:

• Battery categories: 48Ah 1.2V Ni-CD and 140Ah 1.2V Ni-CD.
• Shorting links: as per IS 10918; exact quantity per Annexure-1 S.No. 2.18 or 2.20.
• Electrolyte: supplied separately; electrolyte handling must meet safety and compatibility needs.
• Battery racks: 3 racks for 90 batteries (for 48Ah) and 2 racks for 90 batteries (for 140Ah), with specific footprint expectations: Rack A ~233 cm x 80.5 cm; Rack B ~387.5 cm x 58 cm; layouts to be approved by IOCL.
• Identity & conformity: units identical in electrical and dimensional characteristics; Annexure-IIA checklist submission required.
• Vendor must obtain IOCL prior approval on dimensions and layout.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery terms allow quantity adjustments up to 25% at bid/contract time and during the currency of the contract at contracted rates.
• Documentation to accompany bid for Vendor Code Creation: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate (certified).
• Financial standing: bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; an undertaking is required.
• Scope: strictly supply of GOODS; no work on installation or service is described in the scope.
• Warranty/penalty details: not explicitly stated; bidders should seek clarifications on penalties and warranties during bid.