Border Security Force Field Telephone Cable Tender Tripura 2026 - 5 km/Generic Cable with 1% Tolerance

Tender Overview

Border Security Force (BSF), operating under the Central Armed Police Forces, invites bids for Field Telephone Cable with a standard wire length specification (±1%) for each spool/drum. Estimated contract value is ₹3,705,000.00 with a procurement focus in Tripura. The tender emphasizes quantity flexibility of up to 25% during placement and currency of contract, requiring compliance with supplier GST and invoice documentation. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of 3 years experience supplying similar government-category products and provide OEM authorization if bidding via distributors. The process mandates GST invoice uploads on GeM and hard-copy EMD submission via Demand Draft payable to the Inspector General FTR HQ BSF Tripura. Key differentiator includes adherence to procurement terms and timely delivery against variable quantities.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Field Telephone Cable with standard wire length per spool/drum (±1%).
• Quantity/Contract Scope: Flexible up to 25% increase in original bid quantity; extended delivery period rules follow the same rule. Delivery timing calculated as (additional quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Standards/Quality: No explicit IS/ISO numbers listed; emphasis on accurate spool length and batch consistency per spool.
• Documentation: GST invoice and GST portal payment screenshot, OEM authorization if applicable, and prior govt/PSU supply evidence.
• Delivery Location: Tripura (exact site not specified); delivery terms align with GeM and BSF requirements.
• Price/Payment: GST as per applicable rates; price adjustments only per GST real rates.
• EMD/PBG: EMD via DD acceptable; performance security via DD or PBG post-award.
• Compliance: Bidders must meet the experience and manufacturer authorization criteria.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Deposit: DD payable to Inspector General FTR HQ BSF Tripura; ensure submission of scanned DD along bid; hard copy delivered within 5 days of bid end/open date.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years supplying same or similar Category Products to Central/State Govt or PSUs; provide contract copies for each year.
• Manufacturer Authorization: OEM authorization form required for Authorized Distributors; include name, designation, address, email, phone.
• GST Compliance: Upload GST invoice and GST portal payment screenshot on GeM; GST admissibility as per actuals or applicable rate, whichever is lower.
• Delivery & Penalties: Extended delivery time rules apply with minimum 30 days; percentage-based quantity variation allowed during contract.
• Payment Terms: GST-based payment terms; supplier to align with government invoicing and payment processing timelines.
• Warranty/Support: Not explicitly stated; ensure supplier readiness for post-delivery support if required by BSF.
• Other: No BOQ line items; total items: 0; follow GeM portal procedures for submission.