Tender Overview
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) invites bids for a procurement package covering multiple lawn maintenance and related outdoor equipment, including BRUSH CUTTERS, ELECTRICAL LAWN MOVERS, PETROL LAWN MOVERS, RUBBER HOSE PIPES, and FLEXIBLE CABLES for the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh (520001). The scope includes supplier demonstrations at the consignee location and compliance with local registration requirements. Quantity adjustments are possible up to 25% during order placement and during contract currency, based on the original quantities. The award hinges on demonstrated capability to supply and install or provide the specified categories and to deliver at contract rates within delivery windows.
Key differentiators include mandatory on-site or carry-in warranty support structures, a dedicated service center in the state, and a formal escalation matrix for service support. Bidders must be prepared to establish a service center within 30 days of award if not already present. The bid emphasizes procurement readiness, with explicit conditions around post-award service obligations, demonstration visits, and compliance with the buyer’s option clauses for quantity adjustments.
Overall, the tender presents a multi-item outdoor equipment package with strong emphasis on service readiness, regional presence, and post-sale support in Andhra Pradesh. The combination of brush cutters, lawn movers, hoses, and cables aligns with routine landscaping and heritage site maintenance needs in the Krishna locale.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product categories: BRUSH CUTTER, ELECTRICAL LAWN MOVER, PETROL LAWN MOVER, RUBBER HOSE PIPE, FLEXIBLE CABLE
- Location and procurement scope: KRISHNA, ANDHRA PRADESH (520001)
- Eligible supplier obligations: demonstration at consignee location, establishment of a functional service centre within 30 days if not present, toll-free support, escalation matrix
- Service & support requirements: dedicated service contact, on-site or carry-in warranty depending on product terms
- Past project experience: three-year financial window with orders totaling specified percentages of estimated bid value (single 35%, two orders 20% each, or three orders 15% each)
- Compliance and eligibility: supplier must have registered office in the consignee state; proof of prior similar project execution is required
- Option clause: quantity increases/decreases up to 25% during contract with calculated delivery time extensions
- Deliverables: supply of listed equipment categories with potential unit variations and delivery within contract terms
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/bid security: not specified in data; bidders should anticipate standard EMD submission per government procurement norms
- Delivery timing: delivery period aligned to original order; additional time determined by a formula and minimum 30 days; extension allowed up to original delivery period
- Payment terms: not explicitly stated; bidders should prepare for typical government contract terms (milestone/against delivery)
- Documentation: registered office proof in consignee state; demonstration visit; service center evidence; escalation matrix; performance certificates from past buyers
- Warranty and service: on-site or carry-in warranty as applicable; dedicated service center and toll-free support
- Penalties and amendments: option clause exists; bidders must comply with extended delivery and quantity adjustment rules
- Qualification: experience in supply and installation/commissioning of similar category products in last three financial years
- Compliance: OEM authorizations and technical compliance certificates as applicable to the listed equipment
