Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited Bentonite Powder Procurement Na Base IS 12446:2007 Vizag 2026
Bid Publish Date
07-Jan-2026, 12:07 pm
Bid End Date
20-Jan-2026, 1:00 pm
Location
Progress
Quantity
10
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Key Highlights
- • Bentonite Powder for Foundries, Sodium Base, Na 450 purity, IS 12446:2007 design spec
- • Packaging: 40 kg sealed polythene line Hessian / HDPE bags
- • Single-source tender: 01 Techno-Commercially Acceptable Bidder
- • PQC requirement: prior experience in supplying Bentonite or similar material with proof of supply
- • On-site inspection: final inspection at RINL-VSP Visakhapatnam
- • Delivery schedule: commence within 7 days of PO; evenly spread monthly quantity
- • Delivery penalties: LDs as per GeM GTC for late delivery; schedule revisions allowed
- • Material lifting: 15 days from notice to Seller for rejected lots or risk 1% monthly value penalty
Categories
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Tender Overview
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) invites bids for Bentonite Powder with a Sodium base (Na), designed to meet IS 12446:2007 specifications for foundry applications. Packaging is 40 kg sealed polythene line Hessian/HDPE bags. Issued for delivery to RINL-VSP (Visakhapatnam Steel Plant), with a single selected bidder. Experience in supplying similar material to any organization is required under PQC, supported by manufacturer test certificates. The procurement emphasizes strict adherence to delivery schedules, monthly quantity spread, and inspection at the VSP site. Acknowledgement that schedules may be revised by RINL-VSP without price changes is noted, along with the possibility of contract renegotiation.
- Organization: Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL)
- Product: Bentonite Powder (Na Base), IS 12446:2007
- Location: Vizag (VSP)
- Quantity: Tender quantity to be determined; single source
- Key differentiator: Pre-qualification requiring prior supply experience; manufacturer test certificates mandatory
- Unique aspects: Delivery milestones, potential schedule revisions, and strict inspection at the VSP site
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product name: Bentonite Powder, application: Foundries, purity grade: Na 450, design spec: IS 12446:2007
- Packing: 40 kg sealed bags (Polythene/Hessian/HDPE)
- Documentation: Manufacturer's Test Certificate for chemical composition required
- Inspection: On-site inspection at RINL-VSP is final
- PQC: Bidder must demonstrate prior experience supplying similar material to any organization; proof of supply to be submitted with bid
- Delivery schedule: Commence within 7 days of Purchase Order; evenly spread monthly quantities; LOA/PO may revise schedules without price change; LDs per GeM GTC for late delivery
- Quantity flexibility: RINL-VSP reserves right to revise tendered quantity at placement of LOA/PO; only one technically acceptable bidder will be awarded
- Sources: 01 source; single techno-commercially acceptable bidder
- Rejection: Any lot deviation beyond specified limits leads to rejection; 15 days to lift rejected material or incur 1% monthly value penalty
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery commitment: 7 days from PO; monthly quantity to be delivered evenly throughout the month; schedules may be revised by RINL-VSP
- Inspection: Final inspection at RINL-VSP; non-conforming lots rejected
- Source policy: 01 source; single bidder to fulfill the contract
- Penalty: Liquidated damages as per GeM GTC for delayed supplies
- PQC prerequisites: Prior experience in supplying Bentonite or similar material; proof of supply to be included
- Documentation requirements: Manufacturer test certificates for chemical composition; bid must include PQC proof
- Right to revise: RINL-VSP may adjust tender quantity at acceptance stage; price remains fixed
- Clause else: RINL reserves right to negotiate with bidders without altering quoted price
Key Specifications
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Product: Bentonite Powder, Na base for foundries
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Purity grade: Na 450; Design Standard: IS 12446:2007
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Packaging: 40 kg sealed bags (Polythene line Hessian / HDPE)
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Inspection: final at RINL-VSP Visakhapatnam
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Delivery: within 7 days of PO; monthly quantity evenly spread; possible schedule revision
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Quantity: 01 source; single bidder; PQC proof of supply required
Terms & Conditions
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Delivery within 7 days of PO with evenly spread monthly quantities
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Inspection conducted at RINL-VSP Visakhapatnam and is final
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PQC requires prior Bentonite or similar material supply experience with proof
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in data; LDs apply for late delivery per GeM GTC
Delivery Schedule
Deliver within 7 days of PO; evenly distribute monthly quantity; schedules may be revised by RINL-VSP without price change
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Liquidated damages as per GeM GTC for late supplies; 15 days to lift rejected material or 1% monthly value penalty
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying Bentonite or similar material to any organization with proof
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Manufacturer's Test Certificate for chemical composition must be included
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Ability to commence delivery within 7 days of PO and adhere to monthly quantity spread
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
3002818 Bentonite powder
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-8784617.pdf
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for priorBentonite or similar material supply
Financial statements (last 2-3 years as applicable)
EMD/Security deposit documents (as applicable per tender norms)
Manufacturer's Test Certificate for chemical composition
OEM authorization or manufacturer authorization (if bidding on behalf of manufacturer)
Technical bid documents demonstrating IS 12446:2007 compliance
Proof of supply for PQC (previous buyers, purchase orders, delivery proofs)
Corrigendum Updates
1 Update Update
Extended Deadline
20-Jan-2026, 1:00 pm
Opening Date
20-Jan-2026, 1:30 pm
Financial Results
| Rank | Seller | Price | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | NEELKANTH CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES(MSE,MII)( MSE Social Category:OBC ) Under PMA | Item Categories : 3002818 Bentonite powder |
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How to bid for bentonite powder tender in Vizag with IS 12446:2007 compliance?
Bidders must demonstrate experience supplying Bentonite or similar material, submit Manufacturer's Test Certificate for chemical composition, and provide PQC proof. Include IS 12446:2007 compliance, packaging details (40 kg bags), and readiness to start within 7 days of PO. Final inspection occurs at RINL-VSP.
What documents are required for RINL bentonite powder procurement in Visakhapatnam?
Submit GST certificate, PAN, two to three years of financials, experience certificates, EMD documents, OEM authorization, and technical bid with IS 12446:2007 compliance. Include Manufacturer's Test Certificate for chemical composition and PQC proof of prior supply.
What are the technical specifications for Na base bentonite powder at RINL-VSP?
Product must be Bentonite Powder, Na base with purity grade Na 450, designed per IS 12446:2007. Packaging must be 40 kg sealed bags; inspectable on-site at RINL-VSP, and supplier must provide chemical composition test reports from the manufacturer.
When is the delivery timeline and LD policy for this tender in Vizag?
Delivery must commence within 7 days of PO; monthly quantities delivered evenly. Late delivery incurs Liquidated Damages per GeM GTC; schedules may be revised by RINL-VSP without price changes, with potential rejection of nonconforming lots.
What is required for pre-qualification criteria in this bentonite powder tender?
PQC requires prior experience in supplying Bentonite or similar material to any organization, with proof of supply submitted along with the bid. No single explicit EMD amount is specified in public data.
What are the packaging and inspection terms for bentonite powder procurement?
Packaging is 40 kg sealed bags (Polythene line Hessian/HDPE). Inspection at RINL-VSP Visakhapatnam is final; any deviation may lead to rejection and corrective action, including timely lifting of rejected lots.
What are the source and quantity terms for this tender in Vizag?
Only one source will be accepted for the tender; the tender quantity may be revised at the time of LOA/PO. Price remains unaffected; supplier should be prepared for possible quantity adjustments.
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-8784617.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS