Tender Overview
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Department Of Space, is inviting bids for the supply of wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys bars, rods, and sections compliant with IS 733 (Grade Q3). The scope is limited to the procurement of raw aluminium products, with specific geometric and designation requirements, including heat-treatable alloys and IS 3965 dimension tolerances. The purchaser emphasizes material tests and BIS/type certificates, with a potential quantity adjustment of up to 25% and a delivery timeline linked to the original delivery schedule. The tender highlights a need for proven supplier capabilities, on-site or carry-in warranty arrangements, and a dedicated service framework to support post-award requirements. Location details are not specified in the tender data, signaling a national-level procurement through GEM. The unique emphasis on material integrity, standard conformance, and post-sales support differentiates this tender from generic metal supply opportunities.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Wrought Aluminium and aluminium alloys bars, rods, and sections (General Engineering Purposes) as per IS 733 (Q3)
- Shape/Designation/Condition: Wrought aluminium alloys, heat-treatable forms, and designation specifics as per tender; focus on material condition and peripheral grain growth controls (maximum specified in mm for extruded sections)
- Dimensions (IS 3965): Diameter of rod (mm), width across flats for hexagonal/square bars (mm), thickness/width of suction (if applicable)
- Standards/Certificates: BIS licence, type test certificates, and OEM/approval certificates; Material Test Certificate to accompany supply; IS 733 compliance; IS 3965 dimensional references
- Quality Assurance: Buyerโs lab to verify material; reliance on lab results for acceptance; service centers in consignee state or establishment within 30 days of award; dedicated service support with toll-free numbers and escalation matrix
- Tender Scope: Supply only; no installation; option clause allows ยฑ25% quantity variation; delivery schedule tied to original delivery period with adjustments
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD & Payment: EMD details not specified; GST payable per actuals with cap at quoted rate; payment terms to be defined per contract terms
- Delivery: Option clause enables quantity variation up to 25%; delivery period analytics based on last date of delivery order with minimum 30 days extension if required
- Service & Support: Functional service center requirement within each consignee state (30 days post-award if not existing); dedicated toll-free service line; explicit escalation matrix
- Documentation: Mandatory submission of BIS licence, type test certificates, and material test certificates; upload of all prescribed certificates and documents; failure to upload may lead to rejection
- Warranty: On-site or carry-in warranty depending on product; service centers must be operational; evidence required for service readiness
- Eligibility: Compliance with product standards (IS 733, IS 3965), material test verification, and ability to supply with required certifications; supplier must demonstrate capacity to meet post-award service obligations
