Rural Development Department Bihar HDPE Bucket Tender Samastipur 2026 IS 3730 UV Protected Food Grade

Tender Overview

The Rural Development Department of Bihar seeks HDPE buckets conforming to IS 3730 (Q4) for delivery to Samastipur & 848101. Scope specifies UV protected, food-grade bucket bodies with capacity tolerance of ±10%. Bidders should note the absence of a published BOQ. The procurement emphasizes compliance with IS 3730 standards, color and top-view shape considerations, and the bid’s need for timely order execution within inherent option clauses. Key differentiator includes buyer discretion to modify quantity up to 25% and to adjust delivery timelines accordingly, starting from the last original delivery date. This tender requires bidders to align with supplementary terms on design approvals and pre-dispatch inspection.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: HDPE bucket (V2) conforming to IS 3730 (Q4) with food-grade material.
• Body material: HDPE suitable for food contact; UV protected to ensure outdoor resilience.
• Capacity: nominal per-bucket capacity with ±10% tolerance; exact value not disclosed; color and top-view shape unspecified.
• Quality/Compliance: buckets must meet IS 3730 standards; mandatory pre-dispatch inspection by Buyer/authorized agency; vendor to provide detailed design drawings within 7 days of award for buyer approval.
• Delivery/Installation: delivery/install provisions to be executed at buyer-provided locations; extension rules apply if approvals delay; option clause permits up to 25% quantity variation and corresponding delivery time adjustments.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financial: no explicit amount published; bidders must ensure financial due diligence and avoid liquidation or insolvency.
• Delivery Timeline: delivery period can be adjusted via option clause; extended if modifications delay approvals; base terms require adherence with approved drawings once provided.
• Drawings Approval: Detailed Design Drawings due within 7 days of award; modifications communicated by buyer within 7 days; non-approval may alter delivery milestones.
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises; inspection charges borne by Buyer; if delays occur, LD penalties may apply per contract terms.
• Documentation: bidder to supply undertaking on financial standing; bidders must comply with supplier qualification norms and provide relevant certifications as required.