Balmer Lawrie And Company Limited MEK & Butyl Cellosolve Tender 2026 - Staggered Delivery, Leaks-Proof Packaging, 25% Quantity Clause

Tender Overview

Balmer Lawrie And Company Limited invites bids for procurement of MEK across four locations (Asaoti, Silvassa, Taloja, Vadodara) and Butyl Cellosolve across the same sites. Estimated project value is ₹2,505,615.26 with an EMD ₹210. The tender runs from 16 Jun 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, with supply commencing on 16 Jun 2026. A key feature is the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity increase at contracted rates and staggered delivery tied to plant callups. New vendors must submit product samples for approval before eligibility. Unique packaging specs require leak-proof 20/25 L tins for IP-Vadodara and IP-Silvassa, and 200/205/210 L steel barrels for Asaoti and Taloja. Rates are fixed for the entire tender period, and shipments follow a staged schedule beginning 7 days after contract placement. Vendors must meet vendor code creation prerequisites including PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. This tender targets vendors already approved for MEK and Butyl Cellosolve supply to Balmer Lawrie, ensuring continuity and past performance verification.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product names: MEK and Butyl Cellosolve for multiple plants (Asaoti, Silvassa, Taloja, Vadodara)
• Packaging requirements: leak-proof / air-tight 20/25 L tins (Vadodara, Silvassa); 200/205/210 L steel barrels (Asaoti, Taloja)
• Delivery model: staggered, with ~30% of quantity within 7 days of contract, ~35% in the same month, remainder per plant call-up
• Tender period: 16 Jun 2026 – 30 Sep 2026; supply starts 16 Jun 2026; rates fixed for duration
• Sample process: new vendors must submit samples of both MEK and Butyl Cellosolve for approval
• Past performance: only previously approved MEK/Butyl Cellosolve suppliers eligible for evaluation; past performance PO/contract copies required
• Other: vendor code creation requires PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹210 (as stated in tender data)
• Delivery window: quantity variation up to 25%; additional time calculated as (additional/original) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Payment terms: not specified in ATC; follow contract if awarded
• Documents to submit: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate (certified by bank); vendor eligibility applies to existing Balmer Lawrie suppliers for MEK/Butyl Cellosolve
• Sample submission: required for new vendors prior to evaluation; staggered call-ups govern delivery sequencing
• Brand/packaging compliance: leak-proof packaging mandated per location; ensure compliance with packaging standards to avoid acceptance issues