Indian Oil Corporation Limited Periodic Foam Testing Agency Tender India 2026 - Foam Testing Service Category 9040C26D05

Tender Overview

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOC) invites bids for an Agency Line up for Periodic Foam Testing, with an estimated contract value of ₹1,206,985.47. The opportunity relates to specialized foam testing services at IOC facilities across India, though a specific project location is not disclosed. The tender emphasizes flexible scope adjustments up to 50% in both quantity and duration, and allows scope expansion for lumpsum-based service contracts with provider consent. MSE purchase preference is available under the Public Procurement Policy, with specific rules for service providers to qualify for the preference. The BOQ shows no items, indicating a potentially broad service engagement rather than discrete line items.

Key differentiators include the explicit capacity to adjust contract scope by up to half, and the inclusion of policy-driven preferences for eligible micro and small enterprises. This procurement requires bidders to demonstrate capability in periodic foam testing services aligned with IOC operations while complying with the stated purchase preference framework and contract revision clauses. Bidders should prepare for a service-oriented engagement rather than a traditional goods supply contract.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Agency line up for Periodic Foam Testing for IOC facilities; no formal BOQ items provided.
• Estimated value: ₹1,206,985.47; potential scope expansion up to 50% as per Buyer’s option clause.
• Standards/Certifications: Not specified in the data; bidders should infer alignment with industrial testing standards and IOC internal SOPs.
• Delivery/Timeline: Flexible terms subject to contract, with option to extend Scope up to 50% after contract issuance.
• Role: Service provider for periodic testing activities rather than a goods supplier; ensure regulatory/compliance readiness for service delivery.
• Eligibility signals: MSE purchase preference available; documentation to support service-provider status and eligibility must be uploaded with bid.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the available data; bidders should prepare standard EMD as per IOC guidelines.
• Scope variation: Up to 50% increase in quantity or duration allowed at contract issuance and post-issuance.
• Purchase preference: MSEs may receive preference if qualifying as manufacturer for goods or service provider for services; prior documentary evidence is required.
• L1 matching: If L1 is non-MSE, MSEs with within 15% of margin may be offered option to match and win a portion of the contract.
• Documentation: Standard bidder documents for IOC procurement must be prepared (GST, PAN, experience, financials, etc.).