Cochin Shipyard Ltd IRS Grade A MS Plate Tender 6.3M X 2M X 9/11MM Kerala 2026
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Tender Overview
Cochin Shipyard Ltd initiates a GeM-based procurement for IRS Grade A MS plates sized 6.3 m × 2 m in 9 mm and 11 mm thickness. Plates must be new, defect-free hull structural steel, sourced from approved indigenous manufacturers, with IRS MTC and Joint Test Reports. Delivery is required within 30 days of contract finalization under the GeM contract, with an option to increase quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates. Plate markings must include manufacturer name, mill serial/heat number, dimensions, weight, and optional CSL PO details. The supplier bears loading, transport, and site unloading responsibilities, and IRS-approved mills are mandatory. CSL reserves rights on feasibility of delivery periods and to reject infeasible timelines.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Material Grade: IRS Grade A steel plate, hull structural steel compliant with IRS rules
- Documentation: Joint Test Report and Mill Test Certificate (MTC) in IRS class format
- Quality: Plates must be new, rust-free, free of scales/laminations, no mechanical damage
- Markings: Plate must show manufacturer's name, mill serial/heat number, material grade, dimensions, weight; optional CSL name and PO number
- Identification: Hard-punched material grade and heat number with high-visibility paint
- Approvals: IRS-approved MTC at delivery; plates from indigenous manufacturers only (SAIL, AMNSI, Jindal, Tata Steel); imported plates rejected
- Uniformity: Uniform length/width, no surface defects per IRS rules
- Delivery Scope: Vendor to handle mill loading, transport, unloading, and sundry costs; delivery within 30 days; per tender size compliance
- BOQ/Contract: Sizes fixed as per tender; maximum payable per size governed by GEM contract terms
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery Window: 30 days from GeM contract date; CSL may reject non-feasible timelines
- Quantity Flexibility: Option to increase up to 25% during placement and currency of contract
- Manufacturer Preference: Indigenous mills only; no imports
- Marking & Identification: Hard-punched grade/heat number; visible paint for quick ID
- Quality Assurance: MTC for IRS Class Rules; joint test report required
- Pre-Qualification: Plates must be IRS-grade A and sourced from approved indigenous makers; list includes SAIL, Jindal, Tata Steel, etc.
- Liability & Scope: Vendor responsible for loading, transport, unloading; full site sundries borne by vendor
- Compliance: All plates must meet IRS hull structural steel standards and be non-defective
Key Specifications
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IRS Grade A MS plate, 6.3 m × 2 m × 9 mm
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IRS Grade A MS plate, 6.3 m × 2 m × 11 mm
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Must be new, corrosion-free, defect-free per IRS hull steel standards
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Joint Test Report (JTR) + Mill Test Certificate (MTC) in IRS class format
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Plate markings: manufacturer, mill serial number, heat/cast number, material grade, dimensions, weight; optional CSL PO
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Hard-punched grade and heat number with high-visibility paint
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Indigenous mills only (no imports); approved list include SAIL, AMNSI, Jindal, Tata Steel
Terms & Conditions
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Delivery within 30 days; option to extend with quantity up to 25%
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Indigenous manufacturer requirement; IRS Grade A compliance
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Mandatory MTC and Joint Test Report; plate markings and hard-punched IDs
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in provided data; terms to be as per GeM contract
Delivery Schedule
Delivery to be completed within 30 days from GeM contract date; extension only via option clause with recalculated time
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not detailed; subject to GeM contract terms and CSL stipulations
Bidder Eligibility
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Supplier must provide IRS Grade A steel plates from approved indigenous mills
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Compliance with IRS hull structural steel standards and Class Rules
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Ability to supply within 30 days of contract and handle transport to site
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
30
Category
IRS GRADE A MS PLATE 6.3 M X 2M X 11 MM
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
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
No
Item Category
IRS GRADE A MS PLATE 6.3 M X 2M X 9 MM , IRS GRADE A MS PLATE 6.3 M X 2M X 11 MM
Advisory Bank
ICICI
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
15
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
Ernakulam
Delivery Pincodes
682015
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gireesh Kumar G | 682015,Cochin Shipyard Limited, Perumanoor, Kochi- 682304 | Ernakulam | Kerala | 682015 | 15 | 30 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-10035202.pdf
Main Document
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Corrigendum Updates
1 Update Update
Extended Deadline
02-Nov-2026, 6:30 am
Opening Date
03-Nov-2026, 6:30 am
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates (similar hull structural steel plate supply)
Financial statements (audited if available)
EMD documents (as applicable by GeM contract terms)
Technical bid documents (compliance with IRS Grade A and MTC requirements)
OEM authorization / manufacturer’s accreditation (indigenous mills: SAIL, AMNSI, Jindal, Tata Steel)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about KERALA tender market
How to bid for IRS Grade A MS plates tender in Kerala 2026
Bidders should submit GST, PAN, and financials, plus technical bid with IRS Grade A compliance. Include Joint Test Report (JTR) and Mill Test Certificate (MTC) aligned to IRS Class Rules, and OEM authorization for indigenous mills such as SAIL or Tata Steel. Delivery within 30 days and option-based quantity up to 25% must be stated.
What documents are required for Cochin Shipyard plate procurement in 2026
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates, audited financial statements, MTC and JTR per IRS, OEM authorizations for indigenous mills, and GeM contract conformity statements. Ensure markings and hard-punched heat numbers are verifiable at delivery.
What are the technical specifications for IRS Grade A plates in this tender
Plates must be 6.3 m × 2 m, available in 9 mm and 11 mm thickness, IRS Grade A hull structural steel, new and defect-free, with IRS-approved MTC and JTR. Markings must include manufacturer, serial/heat numbers, dimensions, weight, and optional CSL PO.
When is the delivery deadline for plate supply to Cochin Shipyard
Delivery must be completed within 30 days from the GeM contract date. The option clause allows a quantity increase up to 25% with extended delivery time calculated as (additional/original) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
Which manufacturers are acceptable for IRS Grade A plates
Indigenous manufacturers only; acceptable names include SAIL, AMNSI (ESSAR), Jindal Steel, and Tata Steel. Imported plates are rejected; mills must be IRS-approved with valid MTC at delivery.
What is required on plate markings for auditability
Each plate must bear the manufacturer's name, mill serial number, heat/cast number, material grade, dimensions, weight; hard-punched grade and heat number highlighted with visible paint; optional CSL name and PO number.