Niftem Tender Thanjavur Telecommunication Cable Gel Fill - Q2 V2 ISI/ISO Standards 2026

Tender Overview

Niftem invites bids for the supply of telecommunication cable products including Fully Filled Petroleum Jelly or Absorbent Thixotropic Gel (V2) (Q2). The scope indicates general filling compounds, armouring provisions, conductor diameter specifications, and a specified number of pairs. The tender emphasizes quantity flex up to 25%, and delivery timing linked to original orders with a minimum extension. Location is Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu and the procurement targets government-related supply channels. A key differentiator is the option clause on quantity and extended delivery, demanding bidder readiness for variable volumes at contracted rates. Unique terms include GST handling guidance, OEM authorization, and mandatory service-center availability across consignee states. The tender also requires evidence of prior government-sector experience and manufacturer authorization, ensuring support for imported products if applicable. Overall, the document frames a pure supply contract focused on goods with limited service components and strict compliance expectations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: GENERIC
• Filling compound type
• Provision of Armouring
• Conductor diameter (in mm)
• Number of pair (Nominal)
• Delivery period alignment with original orders; option to extend delivery with 30-day minimum extension when necessary
• GST handling guidance: bidder responsible for applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or lower quoted rate
• Experience criteria: 1 year of regular supply to Central/State Govt bodies; include contracts as evidence
• OEM authorization: required if bidding through an authorized distributor
• Service centres: must have functional centers in each consignee state; establish within 30 days if not present
• Warranty/after-sale: timely servicing/rectification terms noted

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: amount not disclosed in tender data; bidders must verify requirements
• Quantity flexibility: +/− up to 25% of bid quantity; extended delivery time calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Delivery: aligned to last date of original delivery order; extended delivery periods apply
• Experience: minimum 1 year supplying similar products to government entities; provide contract copies
• Manufacturer Authorization: OEM/Original Service Provider details required for distributors
• Imported products: OEM must have Indian office for after-sales service
• Service centres: required across consignee states; must be established within 30 days of award
• GST considerations: bidder bears GST; reimbursement as per actuals or quoted rate