BSNL/DoT Lead Acid Storage Batteries Tender 2026 Mangalore IS 14257 Q3 593245
Bid Publish Date
05-Sep-2026, 11:39 am
Bid End Date
16-Sep-2026, 12:00 pm
EMD
₹11,865
Value
₹5,93,245
Progress
Tender Overview
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Portal (BSNL) through the Department of Telecommunications invites bids for Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor Vehicles conforming to IS 14257 (Q3). Estimated value is ₹593,245 with an EMD of ₹11,865. Location inferred from BSNL/Mangalore banking references; procurement scope centers on automotive batteries with light weight, high cranking performance. Unique aspects include a flexible quantity clause allowing +/- 25% variation in order quantity and a defined delivery timeline dependent on the original delivery period, with minimum 30 days. The contract emphasizes standard-compliant battery products and alignment to GeM terms.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor Vehicles; must meet IS 14257 (Q3) requirements.
- Quantity: Not explicitly disclosed; procurement scope under a standard GeM framework with option to adjust by up to 25% during execution.
- Standards/Certifications: IS 14257 (Q3); form of certification not detailed beyond ATC/Certificates requirement; emphasis on upload of certificates during bid submission.
- Delivery: Timelines tied to the last date of original delivery order; extended period calculates as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days.
- EMD/BDC: EMD amount ₹11,865; security can be furnished via Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) or online RTGS/IB accounts; FDR must be endorsed and 15-day delivery of original FDR after award.
- Documentation: Bid must include required certificates; failure to upload certificates can lead to rejection.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD options: FDR in the name of Accounts Officer (Cash), BSNL Mangalore; or online RTGS/Internet banking to AO (Cash) BSNL – COLLECTION A/C.
- PBG flexibility: PBG allowed; online payment must show contract number and seller name.
- Delivery clause: Option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 25%, with extension rules as described.
- Certifications: All submitted documents must align with bid documents/ATC; missing certificates may lead to rejection.
- Compliance: Bidder must upload all required documentation; failure to comply may result in rejection. These terms are binding for the award and execution phases.
Key Specifications
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Product/service: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor Vehicles
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Standards: IS 14257 (Q3) conformant
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Quality/Testing: Certificates to be uploaded; no explicit test method provided
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Delivery: Based on last date of original delivery order; extended period calculation with minimum 30 days
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Quantity flexibility: +/- 25% of bid/contract quantity
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EMD: ₹11,865; payment options include FDR or online RTGS/IBN
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Security: FDR endorsed with verification; online payment details must include contract and seller
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Documentation: All required certificates must be uploaded; missing docs may lead to rejection
Terms & Conditions
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EMD ₹11,865 with FDR or online RTGS/IBN payment
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Quantity may vary ±25% during contract execution
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Delivery schedule anchored to original order date with minimum 30 days
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
EMD via FDR or RTGS/IBN; online payment must mention contract number and seller name; PBG allowed per GeM GTC
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; option quantity affects extended time calculation with minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in available data
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying automotive lead-acid batteries or similar electrical storage products
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Demonstrated financial capability to support up to ₹593,245 contract value
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Compliance with IS 14257 (Q3) or equivalent automotive battery standards
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
38
Category
Lead Acid Storage Batteries For Motor Vehicles with Light Weight and High Cranking Performance (V2) Conforming to IS 14257
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
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
2
OEM Avg. Turnover
24
Past Performance
80 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
Yes (Mediation clause document) as per DoE OM No.F.1/2/2024-PPD dated 03.06.2024 mediation clause should not be routinely included in contracts and pre- litigation mediation can be taken up without any such clause also
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Lead Acid Storage Batteries For Motor Vehicles with Light Weight and High Cranking Performance (V2) Conforming to IS 14257 (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
24
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
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Bengaluru Urban
Delivery Pincodes
560008
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D V Sampath Kumar | 560008,O/o CGMT BSNL Karnataka, No.1 S V Road, Halasuru, Karnataka-560008 | Bengaluru Urban | Karnataka | 560008 | 16 | 30 | - |
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Documents 6
GeM-Bidding-9845077.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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Other Documents
OTHER
Other Documents
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Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
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Required Documents
GST Registration Certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card
Experience Certificates for similar battery/automotive procurement
Financial Statements and/or Turnover proof
EMD submission (FDR or online RTGS proof)
Technical Compliance Certificates supporting IS 14257 (Q3) suitability
OEM Authorization (if applicable)
Bid submission certificates as per ATC/Corrigendum
Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for BSNL battery tender in Mangalore 2026?
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, turnover evidence, and experience certificates, plus EMD ₹11,865 via FDR or online RTGS. Ensure IS 14257 (Q3) compliance, upload all required certificates, and comply with the 25% quantity option and delivery terms.
What documents are required for BSNL battery procurement in Karnataka?
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, up-to-date financial statements, at least one relevant experience certificate for automotive batteries, OEM authorizations if applicable, and online EMD proof or FDR; ensure IS 14257 (Q3) conformity certificates are included.
What are the IS 14257 (Q3) standards required for the battery bid?
Bidder must provide IS 14257 (Q3) conformance evidence for lead acid batteries; certificates and testing documentation should be uploaded per ATC; non-compliance may render the bid ineligible.
What is the EMD amount for this BSNL battery tender in 2026?
The EMD amount is ₹11,865. Bidders can submit via Fixed Deposit Receipt endorsed to the BSNL账户 or via online RTGS/IBN to the specified AO (Cash) collection account; include contract and seller details in the transfer.
What is the delivery timeline and option clause for quantities?
Delivery schedule ties to the last date of the original order; quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25%; extended delivery time is calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
How is payment terms handled for BSNL battery supply contracts?
Payment terms permit online RTGS/IBN settlements to the AO (Cash) BSNL – COLLECTION A/C; ensure the transfer references include the contract number and seller entity; PBG is also permissible under GeM GTC.
What documents verify bidder eligibility for this procurement in Karnataka?
Applicants must provide GST and PAN, proof of turnover, experience certificates for similar battery projects, IS 14257 (Q3) compliance certificates, and OEM authorizations if required; failure to submit may lead to rejection.
What is the estimated value and EMD for the BSNL battery tender?
Estimated value is ₹593,245; the EMD is ₹11,865. Bidders can choose FDR or online RTGS/IBN payment; ensure submission of scanned proof within 15 days of award and upload the FDR if chosen.