Punjab National Bank Fire Resisting Filing Cabinets Tender Bardhaman West Bengal IS 14561 2026

Tender Overview

Punjab National Bank invites bids for Fire Resisting Filing Cabinets conforming to IS 14561 (Q2) to be supplied at BARDHAMAN, WEST BENGAL - 713101. The procurement focuses on FRFC units with variable drawer counts and rated fire resistance. Tender scope embeds a 25% quantity variation clause and contract delivery terms tied to last delivery order date, with potential extensions. The emphasis is on cabinets with robust outer/inner construction, reliable locking, appropriate surface finishing, and a defined warranty period. Although BOQ items are not listed, the award hinges on meeting IS 14561 compliance and the specified cabinet design and finish attributes. The unique requirement is alignment with government procurement norms under PNB, including ATC provisions for quantity adjustments during contract delivery. This tender calls for manufacturers or suppliers capable of delivering standardized FRFCs that satisfy corporate security and archiving needs. The absence of a BOQ implies emphasis on technical conformity, production capacity, and delivery readiness to fulfill IS 14561 standards at scale.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Fire Resisting Filing Cabinets (FRFC) compliant with IS 14561 (Q2)
• Key cabinet attributes: number of drawers, fire rating, designation
• Construction specs: outer body thickness, inner box thickness, filing drawer thickness, drawer front thickness
• Security features: lock provision and lock type
• Finish & coatings: type of painting
• Certification & warranty: required warranty period and IS 14561 compliance
• Delivery & capacity: delivery period terms; option clause allows ±25% quantity changes with delivery linked to original/extended periods
• Manufacturer compliance: adherence to buyer terms and ATC statements for quantity adjustments

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option clause: purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract award and during currency
• Delivery timeline: calculated from last date of original order with minimum 30 days extension if needed
• ATC compliance: bidders must acknowledge and comply with ATC delivery terms
• Contract scope: subject to IS 14561 (Q2) compliance and cabinet design specifications
• Bidder readiness: manufacturers with capacity to sustain contract delivery and meet standards
• Evaluation: technical conformity to FRFC IS 14561, warranty terms, and delivery capability