Tender Overview
The procurement is led by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) under the Department of Telecommunications for BTS & OFC maintenance services in the Kannur district (Kerala). The estimated contract involves maintenance across mobile network infrastructure with emphasis on underground/overhead OF cable works and BTS site upkeep. The bid requires substantial field experience and a credible turnover profile to meet eligibility, with a contract variability allowance of up to 25% in quantity or duration at bid issue time. The engagement targets continuous network availability and preventive maintenance across the specified footprint, without a published BOQ.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Eligibility criteria mandate: (i) minimum OF cable maintenance experience of 50 KM in a year over 5 years or 15 KM OF optical fiber laying in a year; (ii) maintenance experience for ≥300 BTS sites or ≥40% of total sites in the SOR; (iii) prior work with DOT/BSNL/MTNL or licensed providers acceptable. (iv) annual turnover must equal at least 30% of total estimated cost across any two years in the last five financial years. (v) compliance with relevant Make in India preference and border-country bidder regulations.
- Delivery scope includes BTS infrastructure maintenance and rigger activities, aligned with department expectations for service continuity and safety. EMD: ₹192,820. No explicit BOQ items published; scope inferred from eligibility and service category.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹192,820 (as per tender terms).
- Experience requirements: detailed in Annexure 1A/1B; includes BTS/site maintenance and OF cable works.
- Turnover requirement: minimum annual turnover equal to 30% of total estimated cost over two years in the last five financial years.
- Quantity/duration flexibility: up to 25% increase/decrease at contract issuance and post-issuance.
- Compliance: Make in India preference; border-country bidder restrictions apply per government norms.
- Documentation and submission as per uploaded ATC; non-compliance leads to rejection.
