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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Portal (BSNL), under the Department of Telecommunications, invites bids for the combined operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of power infrastructure, BTS sites, and OFC/transmission networks in the Bhagalpur circle of Bihar. The contract scope covers multiple plant/systems across the Bhagalpur BA, with a substantial estimated value of ₹165,452,435 and an EMD of ₹3,309,049. The procurement emphasizes integrated maintenance and installation services rather than standalone equipment supply, aiming to ensure uninterrupted telecom services in the Bhagalpur region. The absence of BOQ items or explicit technical specs requires bidders to demonstrate capability in multi-disciplinary O&M across power, telecom towers, and fiber networks. The tender’s unique angle is its combined scope—addressing power infrastructure, BTS upkeep, and OFC/transmission within a single contract, maximizing operational continuity and lifecycle support.
Key Term 1: EMD amount is ₹3,309,049; submission must align with ATC payment method
Key Term 2: Combined O&M scope across power, BTS, and OFC in Bhagalpur, Bihar
Key Term 3: No BOQ details; bidders must present multi-domain capability and prior similar project experience
EMD ₹3,309,049; follow ATC-specified payment method and schedule post-delivery/acceptance
Mobilization and ongoing maintenance timelines to be clarified in ATC; bidders must propose phased deployment plan
LD details to be provided in ATC; bidders should prepare for performance-based penalties upon non-compliance
Proven experience in multi-domain telecom O&M (power, BTS, OFC) for government or large operators
Financial capacity to support a contract of ₹165,452,435 under typical DS and payment cycles
Ability to mobilize resources for Bhagalpur, Bihar and manage field operations with safety/compliance standards
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
66181
Experience Required
1 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
Yes (Mediation clause document) as per DoE OM No.F.1/2/2024-PPD dated 03.06.2024 mediation clause should not be routinely included in contracts and pre- litigation mediation can be taken up without any such clause also
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Repair, Maintenance, and Installation of Plant/ Systems/Equipments (Version 2) - Combined tender for operation & maintenance of Power Infrastructure, BTS and OFC/Transmission Network in Bhagalpur BA of Bihar Circle; As per Buyer added Scope of Work /..
Advisory Bank
PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
42
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of service delivery acceptance certificate (SDAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Pre-Bid Date
14-10-2026 15:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
Conference Hall, 5th Floor, BSNL Sanchar Sadan, Budh Marg, Patna-800001.
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Bhagalpur
Delivery Pincodes
812002
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brajesh Kumar Singh | 812002,O/o GM-BA , BSNL Telephone Bhawan, MG Path | Bhagalpur | Bihar | 812002 | Project / Lumpsum Based | - | Estimated Cost of Spare/Consumable s/Items on Reimbursement basis in Rs (please input 0 if not applicable) : 0 |
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GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for similar multi-domain telecom O&M projects
Financial statements for the last 2-3 years
EMD submission proof (online or DD as applicable)
Technical bid detailing capability across power infrastructure, BTS maintenance, and OFC/transmission
OEM authorizations (if OEM-specified equipment is involved)
Any applicable certifications (e.g., safety, electrical, telecom maintenance)
Key insights about BIHAR tender market
Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN, recent experience certificates for multi-domain telecom O&M, financial statements, and EMD proof of ₹3,309,049. Include a technical bid detailing capabilities in power, BTS, and OFC maintenance, plus OEM authorizations if applicable. ATC may impose additional documents.
Show proven multi-domain telecom maintenance experience, demonstrate financial stability, provide past project references with scope similar to power, BTS, and OFC, and ensure compliance with safety and telecom maintenance standards. Include mobilization plan for Bhagalpur region and capability matrices.
The estimated contract value is ₹165,452,435 and the EMD is ₹3,309,049. Bid submissions must align with ATC payment terms. Ensure EMD is valid through bid evaluation periods and in approved payment format (online/DDS per ATC).
ATC provides the final delivery timeline; bidders should propose a phased mobilization plan spanning initial setup, site readiness, and full-scale O&M rollout for Bhagalpur. Include ramp-up milestones, resource allocation, and safety compliance dates aligned with DOT requirements.
While explicit standards are not published, bidders should anticipate safety and telecom maintenance compliance; include relevant certifications (e.g., electrical safety, IS/ISO where applicable) and demonstrate ISI/AAA-type quality controls if referenced in ATC. Confirm with ATC before submission.
Payment terms are not disclosed in the basic data; expect government telecom norms post-acceptance with milestone-based payments. Review ATC for exact schedule, invoices, and any advance or retention clauses, and ensure timely documentation to avoid delays.
Prepare a comprehensive technical and commercial proposal showing capability across power, BTS, and OFC; include approved past project quantities, unit rates where possible, and a flexible deployment plan. Provide risk mitigations and a clear approach to scope variations beyond BOQ.
The procurement scope covers Bhagalpur circle under Bihar, specifically Bhagalpur BA. Bidders must tailor field teams, logistics, and maintenance schedules for the Bhagalpur district and associated telecom sites to meet local regulatory and DOT requirements.