Indian Army XLPE Cable MCCB and Electrical Accessories Tender 2025 - IS Standards 7098/694/60947 in India

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites supply-only bids for a broad range of electrical equipment including XLPE cable up to 1.1 kV as per IS 7098 (Part 1), PVC insulated unsheathed cable with flexible conductor as per IS 694, MCCBs as per IS/IEC 60947, compression cable lugs, LED battens, modular piano type switches and sockets (IS 3854, IS 1293), and related accessories (HT 11 kV joints, lugs, fuses, and DB boxes). The estimated scope lists 25 items with a total EMD of ₹51,245. Post-receipt inspection occurs at consignee premises; pre-dispatch inspection is not required unless ATC specifies. The buyer reserves a 25% quantity flex to adjust orders at contracted rates and may extend delivery time proportionally, with a minimum of 30 days. The contract covers only supply of goods, with OEM/Authorized Seller of OEM for imported items required to have an Indian registered office for after-sales service.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories include: XLPE cable (1.1 kV max), PVC insulated unsheathed cables, MCCBs (IS 60947), molded case components, compression lugs, LED battens, modular/non-modular switches and sockets (IS 3854, IS 1293), 95 sqmm HT cable joints (cold shrink), 11 kV cable ends and joints, HT fuse elements (11 kV ratings 5 A, 10 A, 50 A), SPN DB boxes, HT DO fuses, cable lugs of various sizes (10-100 sqmm), and capacitor components.
• Standards cited: IS 7098 (Part 1) for XLPE cables; IS 694 for PVC insulated conductors; IS 3854 for modular switches; IS 1293 for sockets; IS/IEC 60947 for MCCBs; IS 11 kV high-tension components; general electrical insulation materials and jointing components.
• EMD: ₹51,245; Inspection: post-receipt at consignee site; Pre-dispatch inspection not required unless ATC calls for it.
• OEM/Authorized Seller must have a registered Indian office for after-sales service on imported items; bidder must upload BIS/type-test/approval certificates as required.
• Turnover: minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 years as per bid document; if company is <3 years old, turnover is considered post-incorporation.
• Delivery: period defined by delivery schedule with option to extend under the 25% quantity flex clause; delivery starts after last date of original delivery order.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹51,245; option clause allows +/- 25% quantity variation during and after contract; delivery extension rules apply with minimum 30 days.
• Scope: Bid price to include all costs; only supply of goods is required.
• Imported items require Indian registered office for after-sales service by OEM or Authorized Seller.
• Inspections: Post receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch not required unless ATC indicates.
• Certifications: Upload BIS licence, type-test certificates, approval certificates as per product specs; non-submission risks bid rejection.
• Turnover: Minimum average annual financial turnover over the last 3 years, with documentary evidence (audited balance sheets or CA certificate).
• Warranty/AMC: Not explicitly stated; bidders should verify in bid document and ATC.