Western Coalfields Limited Maintenance of Pumps & Pipework Tender Bhatadi, Maharashtra 2026 - 365 Day Works Contract

Tender Overview

Western Coalfields Limited invites bids for maintenance of pumps, jointing of pipes and pumping activities in the mine sump at Bhatadi. The estimated contract value is ₹1,552,944 with an EMD of ₹19,500. The work is planned for a duration of 365 days from commencement, with site handover on day 10 after LOA. Bidders must inspect site condition prior to quoting. All-inclusive rates must reflect applicable GST and other taxes. Submission requires online EMD via GeM and compliant certificates. A 25% flexibility in quantity or duration is allowed during contract issuance.

Key differentiator: on-site pump maintenance and pipe fittings in a mine environment, with access to mine sump pumping operations. The requirement emphasizes practical execution, safety, and timely handover. Unique scope includes shifting of pumps on float or ground surface, with all accessories in the mine sump and pumping-related activities of E&M Dept at Bhatadi.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Estimated value: ₹1,552,944; EMD: ₹19,500; Duration: 365 days (12 months)
• Delivery/Completion: commencement measured from the 10th day of award; site inspection advised prior to quoting
• Payment terms: 95% on running bills; 5% retention; final settlement per contract
• Security deposits: 5% Performance Security + 5% Retention money; performance security due within 21 days of LOA
• EMD submission: online via GeM; DD option acceptable with hardcopy delivery within 5 days of bid end/open date; PO/awards may require scanned DD copy
• Documentation: all certificates/documents must be uploaded; failure to provide may lead to rejection
• Scope includes maintenance of pumps, jointing of pipelines with fittings, on-site shifting of pumps, and associated pumping activities in the mine E&M Department at Bhatadi

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD ₹19,500 online via GeM portal
• Bid validity 120 days from bid submission end date
• Work completion: 365 days from commencement
• Payment: 95% on running bills; 5% retention money
• Security deposits: 5% performance security + 5% retention; performance within 21 days of LOA
• Inspection advised prior to quoting; rates inclusive of all taxes; GST to be indicated
• Documentation: upload clear/scannable certificates; provide DD proof if used; hardcopy to be delivered within 5 days of bid end/open date
• Clause: 25% quantity/duration adjustment allowed at contract issue; post-issue adjustments capped at 25%