Bhilai Steel Plant ACB Retrofit & UPS/Control Gear Procurement in Durg Chhattisgarh 2026 - 690V 3200A/50KA-65KA Standards
Bid Publish Date
10-Aug-2026, 12:57 pm
Bid End Date
22-Aug-2026, 5:00 pm
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Specified OEM approvals required: Siemens, Lauritz Knudsen, Schneider, GE Power Control, ABB, Control & Switchgear
- • 18-month warranty from supply or 12-month from commissioning; replacement on FOR BSP Stores basis
- • Original Manufacturer packing required; back-up OEM guarantee essential
- • Tender favors GeM-verified suppliers with tender-specific manufacturer authorization
- • SAP PO integration emphasized for post-order activities and GRN processing
- • Price evaluation conducted on an overall one-lot basis across schedules; separate retrofitting rates to align with corresponding supply schedules
Tender Overview
Bhilai Steel Plant (Steel Authority of India Limited) invites bids for the Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Air Circuit Breaker (ACB) systems and retrofitting for high-current configurations (e.g., 690V, 3200A, 3P, 65KA and related 50KA/65KA variants) at BSP facilities in Durg, Chhattisgarh. Bids target the BSP-preferred manufacturers list (Siemens, Lauritz Knudsen, Schneider, GE Power Control, ABB, Control & Switchgear). The scope includes retrofitting activities and corresponding supply across multiple schedules, with price evaluation on a consolidated lot basis and separate SAP PO placement. Warranty requirement specifies 18 months from supply or 12 months from commissioning, whichever earlier. Manufacturer authorization with GeM PO reference and back-to-back OEM guarantees are required. Deliverables must be in original packaging from the manufacturer.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Scope covers: Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning and retrofitting of ACB systems.
- Brands allowed: Siemens, Lauritz Knudsen, Schneider, GE Power Control, ABB, Control & Switchgear (GeM-authorized vendors only).
- Warranty: 18 months from supply or 12 months from commissioning, whichever earlier; replacement at BSP’s FOR basis if not meeting PO requirements.
- Documentation: mandatory manufacturer authorization and back-up quality guarantee from the OEM; tender-specific GeM reference required.
- Packaging: items to arrive in Manufacturer’s Original Packing.
- SAP PO linkage post-order; all post-order activities to align with SAP PO process.
- No BOQ items listed; price break-up for SAP PO placement required; delivery sequencing to reflect Schedule 1/2 supplies and Schedule 3/4 retrofitting activities.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not specified in available data; bidders must comply with GeM and BSP terms for security deposits; ensure funding and compliance with payment terms in subsequent PO.
- Eligibility: bidder must be authorized by one of the listed OEMs with tender-specific authorization; back-up guarantee required from the Manufacturer.
- Delivery/Installation: scope includes installation and commissioning; single lot evaluation for combined supply and retrofitting work.
- Warranty/Support: 18-month warranty from supply or 12-month from commissioning; replacement in case of non-conformance on FOR BSP Stores basis.
- Documentation: submit OEM authorization, GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and EMD documentation per tender terms.
- Compliance: items must be supplied in original packing; post-order material receipts to be processed against SAP PO.
Key Specifications
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Product/service names: Air Circuit Breaker (ACB) systems and retrofitting services
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Quantities/scale: referenced as schedules (Schedule 1: 5 EA; Schedule 2: 13 EA; Schedule 3: 5 Act; Schedule 4: 13 Act)
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Estimated value: not specified in available data, but scope implies multi-item, high-current electrical protection equipment
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Experience: must be authorized by the manufacturers listed; prior BSP retrofitting experience preferred
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Quality/standards: OEM authorization; original packing; warranty terms; SAP PO alignment
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Delivery/installation: supply, installation, testing, commissioning; retrofitting activities included
Terms & Conditions
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OEM authorization with tender-specific GeM reference is mandatory
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Warranty of 18 months from supply or 12 months from commissioning
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Items to be delivered in Manufacturer’s Original Packing with OEM guarantee
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Post-order activities to be conducted under SAP PO framework
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Price evaluation on overall one-lot basis across multiple schedules
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in available data; expect BSP terms post SAP PO alignment
Delivery Schedule
Delivery for Schedule 1/2 supplies and Schedule 3/4 retrofitting to align with SAP PO timelines
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified; typical government boilerplate to be clarified in PO
Bidder Eligibility
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Authorized by OEMs: Siemens, Lauritz Knudsen, Schneider, GE Power Control, ABB, or Control & Switchgear
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Tender-specific authorization with GeM reference
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Experience in supply/retrofit of high-current ACBs and related equipment
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
36
Category
ACB, 690V, 3200A, 3P, 65KA 50310401250234
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
ACB, 690V, 3200A, 3P, 65KA 50310401250234 , ACB, 690V, 800A, 3P, 50KA 50310401100432 , RETROFITTING CHARGES, 3200 A, 503107011500017 , RETROFITTING CHARGES 503107011500017
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
240
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Durg
Delivery Pincodes
490001
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravi Kumar | 490001,Room No. 302, 3rd Floor, Ispat Bhavan Bhilai Steel Plant Bhilai-490001 | Durg | Chhattisgarh | 490001 | 5 | 240 | - |
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Documents 7
GeM-Bidding-9731975.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
5
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar ACB retrofitting projects
Financial statements (last 2-3 years)
EMD/Security deposit documents as applicable
Technical bid documents
OEM authorization letters (tender-specific, with GeM bid reference)
Back-up guarantee from OEM for quality & workmanship
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about CHHATTISGARH tender market
How to bid for Bhilai Steel Plant ACB retrofit tender in Durg 2026?
Bidders must obtain OEM authorization for one of the listed brands, submit GeM reference with tender-specific authorization, provide back-up OEM quality guarantee, and ensure original manufacturer packing. Include GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD, and technical bid documents. The bid covers supply, installation, testing and commissioning, plus retrofitting activities.
What documents are required for the ACB retrofitting tender in Chhattisgarh?
Submit GST registration, PAN card, last 2-3 years financial statements, experience certificates for similar retrofitting, OEM authorization letters with GeM reference, technical bid, and EMD. Include manufacturer packing confirmation and back-up guarantee from the OEM. Ensure all documents align with BSP terms.
Which OEMs are approved for BSP ACB retrofits in 2026?
Approved manufacturers include Siemens, Lauritz Knudsen, Schneider, GE Power Control, ABB, and Control & Switchgear. Bids must be submitted through authorized representatives with tender-specific authorization and OEM back-up guarantees for quality and workmanship.
What warranty is required for ACB retrofitting at BSP?
Warranty terms mandate 18 months from the date of supply or 12 months from commissioning, whichever is earlier. If performance issues are detected within the guarantee period, replacements are provided free of cost on FOR BSP Stores basis to buyer satisfaction.
How is price evaluation conducted for Schedule 1/2 and retrofitting Schedule 3/4?
Price evaluation is performed on an overall one-lot basis for items in Schedule 1 (5 EA) and Schedule 2 (13 EA), with retrofitting activity rates for Schedule 3 (5 Act) and Schedule 4 (13 Act) aligned to corresponding supply schedules. A separate SAP PO will be issued post-bid.
What is the delivery/installation requirement for BSP ACB retrofits?
Bidders must provide supply, installation, testing and commissioning, with retrofitting activities tied to the corresponding supply schedules. All post-order activities must follow the SAP PO process, including GRN and bill processing.