Tender Overview
The Maharashtra Revenue And Forest Department in Jalna, Maharashtra invites bids for a 4.5 m Rubberised Inflatable Rescue Boat under a constructional category. The project shows an EMD of ₹190,000 and a quantity adjustment option of ±25% during contract execution. The procurement targets rapid deployment for riverine/rescue operations with delivery extending to accommodate extended orders. The BOQ currently lists zero items, indicating potential scope consolidation or phased procurement. Bidder attention should focus on compliance with the option clause, delivery economics, and ensuring capability to deliver a floating rescue craft to the specified locale.
Key differentiators include the precise rescue boat scale (4.5 m), inflatable rubberised build, and emergency rowing features, such as the specified 2 paddles for emergency rowing. The tender’s geographic focus is Jalna, Maharashtra, aligning with state procurement channels and local compliance requirements. The ATC document linked by the buyer may introduce site-specific terms, training, or warranty expectations that bidders must anticipate. This opportunity targets equipment suppliers with river rescue experience and IFR-compliant craft readiness.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: Constructional – Boat dimensions reference likely 4.5 m rubberised inflatable rescue boat
- No of Strokes / Cylinders / Power (HP): not disclosed in BOQ; expect engine or manual propulsion details in final contract
- Emergency Rowing: 2 paddles provided for emergency rowing feature
- Functions performed: general rescue/floatation operations uncertain in current data; verify in terms & BOQ when released
- EMD: ₹190,000 required; specify payment method in terms
- Any standards or certifications are not listed in data; bidders should confirm BIS/ISI or ISI alignments in ATC
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Quantity Flexibility: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract placement and during currency
- Delivery Period: starts from the last date of original delivery order; extended time follows the option clause with a minimum of 30 days or proportional extension
- Delivery Extension: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with cap to the original delivery period
- Obligations: Bidders must comply with option clause terms; ensure readiness to scale order and adjust delivery schedule accordingly
- EMD: ₹190,000; ensure payment channel compliance per tender rules
- ATC: An additional ATC document is available for review; verify site-specific requirements, warranty and post-delivery support expectations
- BOQ: No items listed in current BOQ; confirm itemization in final tender documents and submission formats
