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NTPC Limited invites bids for a biennial rate contract for radiography of weld joints in NTPC units at Bongaigaon, Kokrajhar, Assam. Estimated contract value is ₹9,098,473.38 with an EMD of ₹100,000. The procurement focuses on specialized radiographic inspection services for weld joints, supporting ongoing reliability of boiler and turbine components. While the tender data lacks explicit start/end dates or BOQ items, the scope centers on repeatable radiographic work across NTPC Bongaigaon units, potentially covering inspection cycles over multiple years. Bidders should align with electricity-sector quality norms and NTPC vendor practices. Unique aspects include a biennial framework and the need to sustain calibration and reliability across unit welds under routine outage schedules. This opportunity is positioned within Assam’s energy infrastructure modernization program and targets qualified non-destructive testing service providers with relevant experience.
Given the data, the tender specifies the service category rather than discrete technical metrics. The core deliverable is radiography of weld joints under a biennial rate contract for NTPC Bongaigaon units. bidders should anticipate field NDT inspection standards, equipment calibration, and documented defect assessment practices aligned to utility industry norms. The absence of explicit BOQ items and standards in the provided data necessitates proactive clarification requests during bid submission to confirm radiographic film density, exposure settings, film/workflow documentation, and acceptance criteria. Expected engagement includes outage-based scheduling, on-site radiography, and routine reporting.
EMD of ₹100,000 required for bid security
Delivery aligned to outage schedules at NTPC Bongaigaon units
Submission of GST, PAN, experience and financial documents; OEM authorizations as applicable
Payment terms to be defined in ATC/SLA; bidders should anticipate milestone-based payments after inspection reports or surrender of clearances
Outage-based scheduling; on-site radiography during predefined outage windows with delivery of inspection reports
Penalties and LD terms to be specified in ATC/SLA; bidders should plan for potential penalties for delays or non-conformant reporting
Proven experience in radiography/NDt services for power plant components
Financial capacity demonstrated by recent audited statements
Compliance with GST and PAN registration; ability to participate in NTPC procurement
Quantity
1
Similar Category
Operation and Maintenance Power House / Power Plant
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Custom Bid for Services - BIENNIAL RATE CONTRACT FOR RADIOGRAPHY OF WELD JOINTS IN UNITS AT NTPC BONGAIGAON
Advisory Bank
ICICI
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 21 days of issue of service delivery acceptance certificate (SDAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Kokrajhar
Delivery Pincodes
783369
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aditya Chandra Saurabh | 783369,GSTIN: 18AAACN0255D1ZX NTPC Stores Bongaigaon Thermal Power Project PO Salakati, Dist Kokrajhar 783369 | Kokrajhar | Assam | 783369 | Project / Lumpsum Based | - | - |
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates demonstrating prior radiography/NDt service for power or heavy industries
Financial statements (last 2-3 years) demonstrating financial capacity
EMD submission proof (online payment or DD as applicable)
Technical bid documents outlining scope and capabilities
OEM authorization letters (if using third-party inspection agency)
Key insights about ASSAM tender market
Bidders should submit standard NTPC bid documents: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD ₹100,000, and technical bid with OEM authorizations. Await ATC for site-specific requirements, outage scheduling, and reporting format. Ensure compliance with ISNDT practices and NTPC QA norms.
Eligibility includes demonstrable radiography/NDT experience in power plants, valid GST and PAN, recent financials, and ability to participate in outage-based inspections. OEM authorization may be required if a third-party service is used. Detailed criteria will be in the ATC/SLA.
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for similar NDT services, financial statements, EMD proof of ₹100,000, technical bid, and OEM authorizations if applicable. Ensure documents are current and correspond to the tender scope for Bongaigaon units.
The tender specifies weld-joint radiography as the service but does not publish explicit IS standards in the provided data. Expect adherence to standard NDT practices and NTPC QA norms; verify exposure parameters, film densities, and reporting format in the ATC/SLA.
The EMD is ₹100,000 and must be submitted with the bid as part of the bid security. Ensure online payment or approved alternative as per NTPC procurement rules and include relevant payment details with the technical bid.
Delivery is outage-driven and on-site during planned shutdowns at NTPC Bongaigaon. The reporting and acceptance criteria will be defined in the ATC/SLA; bidders should plan for timely submission of inspection reports post-site work.
While explicit standards are not listed in the data, bidders should align with standard NDT practices and NTPC QA norms, and prepare for ISI/ISO or equivalent certifications if required in ATC/SLA. OEM authorizations may be needed for third-party inspection support.
The estimated contract value is ₹9,098,473.38. Payment milestones will be clarified in the ATC/SLA; bidders must await exact payment terms, including any advance or milestone payments tied to inspection deliverables.