Tender Overview
Nlc India Limited invites bids for a comprehensive supply of heat shrinkable type outdoor and indoor end termination cable jointing kits and straight-through termination kits compatible with various 33kV single-core and three-core cables (ranging from 50 sq mm up to 630 sq mm). The procurement is located in BIKANER, RAJASTHAN 334001 and emphasizes a supply-only scope with a potential quantity variation up to 25% under the option clause. A stringent 3rd party inspection by Bureau Veritas (BV) will accompany delivery, with BV’s Chennai office specified and payment routed through BV for inspection charges. The tender stipulates that original delivery schedules must align with TPI constraints and that a hard copy bank guarantee (BG) is required. The estimated value and EMD amounts are not disclosed in the available data, but the list covers multiple termination configurations for both 11kV and 33kV categories, including indoor, outdoor, straight-through, and 3-core variants. The tender prioritizes compliant suppliers capable of coordinating with BV for on-site or factory inspections and completing dispatch in accordance with the inspection clearance. This is a high-scope, equipment-specific procurement emphasizing standard-compliant, verified materials.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Heat shrinkable termination kits for 11kV and 33kV cables, 1-core to 3-core, various cross-sections (50 sq mm to 630 sq mm, up to 400 sq mm, 300 sq mm, 240 sq mm) and configurations (outdoor, indoor, straight through)
- Standards/inspections: 3rd party inspection by Bureau Veritas (India) Pvt. Ltd., inspection performed at supplier/manufacturer site; acceptance subject to TPI; payment for TPI by NLCIL
- Delivery terms: Delivery schedule inclusive of TPI; option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation, extended timelines computed as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days
- Scope of supply: Only supply of goods; bids must include all cost components; hard copy BG submission required
- Key installation notes: Products must be dispatched only after TPI dispatch clearance from BV; non-conforming materials rework or replacement at supplier cost
- Special clauses: TPI and delivery coordination between supplier and NLCIL/BV; the tender requires compliance with the QAP and manufacturer readiness for inspection
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD / security: Amount not disclosed in available data; bidders must anticipate standard EMD submission per buyer terms and provide BG as required
- Experience & qualifications: Prior demonstration of supplying heat shrinkable cable jointing kits or equivalent electrical termination kits; BV inspection readiness
- Delivery commitments: Adherence to the agreed delivery schedule; flexible extension per option clause with minimum 30 days
- Documentation: GST registration, PAN card, experience certificates, financial statements, technical bid, OEM authorizations, and relevant compliance certificates as part of bid submission
- Payment terms: Payment processing aligned with TPI inspection clearance; BV will invoice for inspection charges; supplier must cooperate with BV for reimbursement mechanics
- Quality & compliance: Items to meet customer-specified QAP and third-party inspection requirements; non-compliance may lead to order cancellation at risk of supplier
- Warranty & penalties: Warranty expectations not explicitly stated; penalties likely tied to LD for delivery delays and failure to pass TPI
