Bid Publish Date
05-Feb-2026, 7:59 pm
Bid End Date
26-Feb-2026, 8:00 pm
Location
Progress
RABharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd invites bids for the supply of AFFF 3% UL LISTED & ISI MARKED extinguishing foam concentrate at the BPCL Malda Depot, Malda, West Bengal (732101). The contract scope covers procurement of the specified firefighting foam for BPCL operations in the Malda region, with emphasis on ISI and UL certifications. Bidders should note the OEM/authorized seller requirement and the pre-dispatch inspection regime. The procurement includes an inspection framework at Seller premises, with buyer-borne external testing fees and a seven-day readiness window post inspection email. This tender prioritizes compliance with international and Indian product certifications and robust after-sales support from Indian-registered OEMs.
Product/service: AFFF 3% UL LISTED & ISI MARKED firefighting foam concentrate
Standards: UL listed, ISI marked; OEM/Authorized Seller with Indian after-sales support
Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises; 7-day readiness window
Testing: In-house testing at seller free of cost; external labs may incur buyer charges
Delivery/installation: Not detailed in BOQ; must meet BPCL Malda Depot requirements
OEM/Authorized seller with registered Indian office for after-sales service
Pre-dispatch inspection conducted by Buyer or nominated agency
Buyer bears external inspection/testing charges; 7-day readiness period
Pre-dispatch inspection at Seller premises; external agency tests may incur buyer charges; 7-day readiness from email notice; rejection rights preserved at consignee.
Imported products require OEM or Authorized Seller with registered Indian office for after-sales service support.
Not specified in data; bidders should await BPCL confirmation and ensure alignment with standard BPCL terms.
Evidence of ISO/ISI/UL certifications for AFFF foam
OEM authorization or legitimate distributor authorization with Indian office
Financial capability to fulfill procurement at BPCL Malda Depot
Start
07-Mar-2026, 8:00 pm
End
09-Mar-2026, 8:00 pm
Duration: 48 hours
Reverse Auction Document
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Quantity
20000
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
60 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
SUPPLY OF AFFF 3% UL LISTED & ISI MARKED AT BPCL MALDA DEPOT.
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Main Document
OTHER
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for similar AFFF foam supply
Financial statements or turnover proof
EMD/Security deposit proof (amount to be confirmed)
OEM authorization certificate or Authorized Seller proof
Compliance certificates for UL and ISI marks
Pre-dispatch inspection readiness documentation
Key insights about WEST BENGAL tender market
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, and OEM authorization along with UL/ISI certification for the AFFF 3% foam. Ensure Indian office for after-sales support and be prepared for pre-dispatch inspection; external lab tests may incur buyer charges. Verify EMD amount with BPCL before submission.
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates for similar foam supply, financial statements, OEM authorization, UL/ISI certification proofs, and pre-dispatch inspection readiness details. Submit precise test reports and Indian office proof to satisfy OEM/authorized seller criteria.
The tender requires UL listing and ISI marking for the AFFF 3% foam concentrate. Importantly, ensure OEM authorization with an Indian after-sales service office; product compliance must be demonstrated via certificates and test reports.
Pre-dispatch inspection must occur before dispatch, with a 7-day readiness window from the email notice. External inspection charges are borne by the buyer; in-house testing by the seller is free of cost.
The EMD amount is not disclosed in the current tender data. Bidders should confirm the exact EMD requirement with BPCL procurement prior to bid submission and arrange payment accordingly.
Delivery timing is not specified in the BOQ. Bidders should align with BPCL Malda Depot’s delivery schedule post-approval, ensuring AFFF 3% foam meets UL/ISI standards and OEM service commitments.
Obtain OEM authorization certificates showing authorized reseller status, registered Indian office for after-sales service, and contact details. Cross-check product certificates (UL/ISI) with the OEM’s official documentation and BPCL’s compliance requirements.
If inspection fails, BPCL retains rights to reject delivery at consignee location. Rework or replacement may be required, subject to supplier’s QA documentation and adherence to ISI/UL certification completions and re-inspection arrangements.