Tender Overview
Indian Air Force invites bids for an Online UPS (>10 KVA) With Battery at DIBRUGARH, ASSAM with an estimated value of ₹310,000. The scope includes a performance-grade UPS with an inbuilt isolation transformer, battery backup, and installation support at consignee location. Eligible bidders must demonstrate 3 years’ experience manufacturing/supplying analogous Government/PSU equipment and provide OEM or certified reseller installation capabilities. The contract allows a 25% quantity variation during placement and currency, with price protections at contracted rates. A two-year warranty from acceptance or installation completion applies, ensuring post-implementation support. Emphasis on timely delivery, OEM-led commissioning, and GST alignment is required. Unique factors include the IAF’s preference for non-obsolete models with minimum seven years residual market life and verified supplier financial health.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Rating (in KVA): >10 KVA electrical capacity
- Inbuilt Isolation Transformer: required for galvanic isolation and surge protection
- Type of Battery: as specified in tender (lead-acid/Li-ion options to be confirmed on bid)
- Backup Time: defined in BOQ/technical scope; installation includes commissioning
- Performance/Compliance: product to support consistent uptime in military environments; OEM/authorized reseller to perform installation, testing, and training if applicable
- Standards/Certifications: ensure IS 550 compliance and any OEM-specific certifications; warranty conformity
- Delivery/Installation: onsite installation at Dibrugarh location; training if scope includes
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/ Financial Health: bidder must avoid liquidation or insolvency; provide undertaking
- Experience: minimum 3 years in supplying similar category to Central/State Govt or PSU; primary product must meet bunch bid criteria
- Obsolescence Clause: bidder must offer non-obsolete products with at least 7 years residual market life; OEM authorization or certified reseller required
- GST/PAN/EFT: submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and bank EFT mandate
- Warranty: 2 years from final acceptance or after installation & testing completion
- Delivery Terms: option to increase quantity by up to 25%, with calculated extended delivery time as per policy; delivery period anchored to original delivery window
