Tender Overview
The procurement is issued by the Bokaro Steel Plant under the Steel Authority of India Limited for bearings – single row deep groove ball. Eligible bidders must be Indigenous manufacturers or OEM-authorized dealers. The scope is supply-only with PDI from the OEM and a firm 12–18 month guarantee window. The order may include up to a 25% quantity fluctuation at contracted rates. Countries of origin acceptable include Sweden/Germany/Japan/Czech Republic/India/Europe/USA/UK. The tender emphasizes OEM verification, past supply performance to government/PSU/public entities, and formal purchase/commissioning documentation. This tender calls for rigorous supplier qualification with strict eligibility criteria and post-supply warranty expectations. The absence of a BOQ implies a focus on standard ball bearing catalog items and OEM-backed compliance. Bid evaluation will weigh technical eligibility, supplier track record, and adherence to special terms. The opportunity targets domestic production with international OEM alignment and a flexible delivery approach within specified contract terms. The tender highlights critical ATC clauses and supply terms that bidders must meet to participate in the tender in Jharkhand (Bokaro) procurement process.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Bearings; Type: Single Row Deep Groove Ball Bearings
- Eligibility criteria: Indigenous manufacturers or OEM-authorized dealers; provide ISO certificate or government/authorised agency certificate; OEM authorization for dealers
- PDI: Required from the OEM; supply must include OEM-provided validation
- Warranty/guarantee: 12 months from fitment or 18 months from date of supply, whichever is earlier
- Country of origin options: Sweden, Germany, Japan, Czech Republic, India, Europe, USA, UK
- Delivery basis: Supply only with potential quantity variation up to 25%; delivery schedule aligned to contract terms
- Past performance: Documentation of supply to Govt/PSU/Pub. Ltd./joint ventures with government involvement within last 7 years
- Additional terms: POs/Work Orders/Completion Certificates and GST invoices to support past supply; OEM/Commissioning evidence required
- Special clause: The purchaser reserves the right to modify quantity and delivery terms within specified percentages
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Security: Not specified in the data provided; bidders should assume standard EMD as per GEM guidelines and include appropriate bid security
- Delivery timeline: Delivery period as per contract; option to extend up to 25% additional quantity with adjusted delivery time calculations
- Payment terms: Not explicitly stated; bidders should prepare for standard government terms (payment within 30–45 days after acceptance)
- Documentation required: ISO certificate or govt-authorised certification; OEM authorization letter for dealers; Purchase/Work Orders and commissioning certificates; GST invoices and excise/GST compliance documentation; performance certificates or self-declarations
- Quality & compliance: OEM PDI required; items must meet standard bearings specifications and be compatible with government procurement compliance
- Warranty/penalties: 12-month/18-month warranty window; penalties or LD not explicitly listed but may be implied in ATC terms
- Geographic scope: Tender targeted for Bokaro, Jharkhand; supply to SAIL unit under MIOM procurement rules
