NMDC Steel Limited Limestone Tender Bastar Chhattisgarh Low Silica Grade Limestone 20,000 MT 2026
Bid Publish Date
20-Oct-2026, 2:09 pm
Bid End Date
27-Oct-2026, 3:00 pm
EMD
₹5,00,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
NMDC Steel Limited invites bids for the procurement of 20,000 MT Low Silica Grade Limestone posing as a limestone feedstock for NTPC applications. The procurement location is Bastar, Chhattisgarh (494001) with an EMD of ₹5,00,000. The tender allows a quantity variation up to 25% during contract placement and currency, at contracted rates, with delivery timelines commencing from the last date of the original delivery order. The process references GeM portal category alignment for bidding efficiency, while the ATC clarifies the scope and confirms the same product as the basis for all terms.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Low Silica Grade Limestone for NTPC use, quantity 20,000 MT as per ATC.
- Category/Scope: Limestone procurement aligned to GeM category; no BOQ items listed.
- Delivery & Flexibility: Quantity variation up to 25%; extended delivery time calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days; extension rights apply within original delivery limits.
- ATC/ATC File: Terms include that the category on GeM is for bidding facilitation, with all technical specifications binding as per the attached ATC.
- EMD: ₹5,00,000.
- Organization Context: Procurement by NMDC Steel Limited for internal steel production processes.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹5,00,000 to be deposited with bid; payment terms to be specified in ATC.
- Quantity Variation: Up to 25% possible during contract and currency.
- Delivery Start: Commensurate to the original delivery order’s last date (delivery period adjustments as per option clause).
- ATC Adherence: All terms in the attached ATC document are binding; GeM category designation is for process only.
- Documentation: Submissions should include standard tender documents per NMDC policy; GST and PAN to be provided as required in terms.
Key Specifications
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- Product: Low Silica Grade Limestone
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- Quantity: 20,000 MT
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- EMD: ₹5,00,000
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- Delivery flexibility: up to 25% variation
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- Delivery calculation rule: minimum 30 days if necessary
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- ATC: GeM category alignment; all technical specs binding as per ATC
Terms & Conditions
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Key Term 1: EMD amount ₹5,00,000 must accompany bid
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Key Term 2: Quantity variation up to 25% at contracted rates
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Key Term 3: Delivery period adjustments per option clause with minimum 30 days
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
EMD of ₹5,00,000; payment terms to be as per ATC; ensure GST-compliant invoicing
Delivery Schedule
Delivery starts from last date of original order; extended period rules apply with minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
LD terms will be defined in ATC; ensure compliance with delivery timelines and quality parameters
Bidder Eligibility
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Demonstrated capability to supply 20,000 MT limestone
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Compliant with GeM-based tender process and ATC terms
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Financial solvency and tax registrations as per standard NMDC requirements
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
20000
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
60 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
Yes
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Limestone (NTPC) (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
5
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
45
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Raipur
Delivery Pincodes
494001
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahendra Raud | 494001,NMDC STEEL LIMITED, C/o NMDC Iron & Steel Plant, Nagarnar, postbox no.2, Jagdalpur , Dist .Bastar, CG 494001 | Raipur | Chhattisgarh | 494001 | 20000 | 45 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-10057633.pdf
Main Document
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates demonstrating prior limestone supply (if required by ATC)
Financial statements or solvency proof (as per ATC/Terms)
EMD submission receipt (₹5,00,000)
Technical bid documents adhering to ATC
OEM authorizations (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about CHHATTISGARH tender market
How to bid for NMDC Steel Limited limestone tender in Bastar?
Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN, and EMD ₹5,00,000 with the technical bid. Ensure conformity to the ATC for Low Silica Grade Limestone and adhere to the GeM category terms. Deliverables include 20,000 MT limestone and compliance with delivery extension rules.
What documents are required for the Bastar limestone procurement bid?
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD receipt, technical bid documents, and OEM authorizations if applicable. Ensure these accompany the bid submission per NMDC terms and ATC.
What is the quantity variation allowed in this limestone tender?
The contract permits a 25% variation in quantity during order placement and within the currency of the contract, at the same contracted rate. Plan logistics to accommodate ±5,000 MT fluctuations without price changes.
What are the delivery terms for the 20,000 MT limestone bid in NMDC?
Delivery begins after the original delivery order date; if the option clause is exercised, the extended period uses [(increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period], with a minimum extension of 30 days.
What payment terms apply for NMDC limestone procurement in Bastar?
Payment terms will be defined in the ATC; bidders must ensure invoicing is GST-compliant and aligned to delivery milestones. The EMD is ₹5,00,000 and contributes to bid security compliance.
Where can bidders verify GeM category relevance for limestone procurement?
GeM category is for bidding facilitation only; all technical specifications remain binding per the attached ATC. Bidders should follow the ATC terms and ensure compliance with Low Silica Grade Limestone requirements.
What standards or certifications are required for the limestone supply?
The ATC specifies Low Silica Grade Limestone; ensure supplier capability to meet NTPC-grade requirements and any standard terms in the ATC. If OEM authorizations are required, include them with technical bid.
When is the bid submission deadline for the Bastar limestone tender?
Bidders should monitor GeM portal for submission deadlines; ensure all required documents are prepared, including the ₹5,00,000 EMD and 20,000 MT limestone specification per ATC.