Food Corporation Of India Jute Twine IS 1912 (V2) Tender Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 2026

Tender Overview

Food Corporation Of India invites bids for Country Jute Twine (V2) as per IS 1912 (Q3) to be procured in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695001. The tender is for supply of jute twine, with no BOQ items listed. The procurement highlights include a potential quantity variation of up to 25% during contract execution and a delivery timeline aligned to original delivery periods. The scope is limited to the supply of goods, with emphasis on compliant, IS 1912 (V2) category twine. A standout condition is the option clause governing quantity fluctuations and delivery extension, which bidders must accommodate. The tender emphasizes supplier eligibility through prior govt experience and OEM involvement, ensuring established supply in the public sector. Unique aspects include the IS 1912 (Q3) specification framework and a pure supply contract without installation services.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Country Jute Twine (V2) as per IS 1912 (Q3)
• Standard: IS 1912 (edition/part as per IS 1912 requirements for jute twine)
• Quantity/Value: Not disclosed; scope is supply-only with 25% quantity variation option
• Category: Jute twine suitable for public procurement; must meet variant V2 criteria
• Delivery Scope: Delivery timeline tied to original order’s delivery period; extension rules apply under option clause
• Eligibility: Bidder or OEM must have supplied same/similar category products to central/state govt or PSU for 1 year before bid opening; contract copies required
• Public Sector Experience: Emphasis on prior govt contracts and OEM participation for the primary product
• BOQ: No items listed in the current BOQ information; bid price should cover all costs for goods only

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Deposit: Not specified in available data; bidders should verify exact amount and method during bid participation
• Delivery: Original delivery period governs; option clause allows up to 25% quantity change with extended delivery time calculated as (additional quantity/ original quantity) × original period, minimum 30 days
• Payment Terms: Not specified; bidders should confirm payment schedule and milestones in the tender document
• Experience: Mandatory govt procurement experience; supply of similar products to central/state govt/PSU for 1 year prior to bid opening; provide contract copies for validation
• Scope: Only supply of goods; no installation or after-sales service mentioned
• Documentation: Ensure OEM authorizations and contracts for similar supplies are included; prepare rigorous proof of prior govt supply