BHEL Knife Gate Valve Assembly Tender Chennai Tamil Nadu 2026 - Vendor Drawings, Inspection & Delivery Terms

Tender Overview

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU seeks bids for the Knife gate valve assembly under a supply contract. The scope is limited to the supply of goods with an emphasis on conformity to approved designs, subject to a 25% quantity variation during and after contract. The process includes Detailed Design Drawings submission within 7 days of award, with Buyer feedback provided within 5 days. A pre-dispatch or post-receipt inspection option is defined, and a purchase preference applies to MSME bidders as per policy. The tender’s emphasis on drawing approval and inspection milestones differentiates it from standard procurement by prioritizing technical alignment and quality control. This opportunity targets suppliers capable of rapid design alignment and on-time delivery, with clear option rights that can influence overall project timeline.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

No specific technical specs are listed in the BOQ. The tender outlines essential administrative and process requirements including:

• Option Clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates and delivery extension calculations; minimum extension default of 30 days.
• Requirement to submit Detailed Design Drawings within 7 days of award; Buyer to respond with approval or a modification list within 5 days.
• Scope of supply: Only supply of Goods; no additional services stated.
• Inspection framework: Pre-dispatch and Post-receipt inspection at designated sites, with the nominated inspection agency as AT VENDOR WORKS BY BHEL/BHEL TPIA or BHEL STORES BY BHEL QC depending on clause selection.
• Vendor code creation documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate.
• MSME purchase preference applicable per policy; must be manufacturer of offered product for preference eligibility.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD details not specified in the excerpt; bidders should monitor for required security deposit according to ATC.
• The contract is subject to Detailed Design Drawings approval and potential delivery delay adjustments if the Buyer delays approval.
• Inspection arrangements are defined (pre-dispatch and post-receipt).
• Purchase preference: MSME status considered; eligibility requires manufacturer status for preference.
• Documentation for vendor-code and banking setup is explicit: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate.
• No BOQ items or estimated value available; scope remains limited to goods supply with optional quantity changes.