BSNL Raichur Cluster Outsourcing for OFC Maintenance – Earth Excavator Hire 12 Months 2026

Tender Overview

BSNL Department of Telecommunications invites bids for cluster outsourcing to maintain Landline and Broadband network – OFC Routes in Raichuru & Koppal. The scope includes hiring of Fault Repair Teams, HDD machines, and Earth Excavator Machines on an hourly basis (20 hours per month) with a 12-month contract period. Estimated contract value is ₹50,59,130 and the EMD is ₹1,01,200. Location: Raichur, Karnataka 584101. The tender emphasizes ATC-based execution, quantity flexibility up to 25%, and supplier readiness for operation under Raichuru OA. Notable differentiators include equipment-specific hiring and month-by-month deployment constraints with GST-inclusive pricing.

• Organization: Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), Department of Telecommunications
• Location: Raichur, Karnataka
• Category: OFC network maintenance outsourcing; hiring of earth excavator & HDD machines
• Estimated value: ₹50,59,130; EMD: ₹1,01,200
• Duration: 12 months with at least 20 hours/month deployment
• Special clauses: 25%quantity/duration variation, dedicated support channel, ATC-referenced SOW

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specifications provided in the tender data
• Key components identified in ATC/Price Schedule:
  • Hiring of Earth Excavator Machine in FRT areas for OFC route maintenance
  • Deployment on an hourly basis for 20 hours per month (240 hours/year incl. GST)
  • ROA: Raichuru & Koppal Areas under Raichuru OA
  • Include mandatory GST-inclusive pricing in the GeM price bid window
• Financials:
  • Estimated value: ₹50,59,130
  • EMD: ₹1,01,200
• Compliance focus areas:
  • ATC references in Section 2 and Clause 4 of ATC
  • Service support via dedicated toll-free line for bidder/OEM
  • Submission of certificates as specified in ATC to avoid rejection
  • No BOQ items are listed; ATC governs technical scope and pricing

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹1,01,200; payment/submission terms per ATC
• Delivery: 20 hours per month deployment for 12 months; annual total 240 hours
• Payment terms: GST-inclusive pricing in GeM window; specifics in ATC
• Experience/Eligibility: Ensure non-liquidation status; provide undertaking
• Sub-contracting/assignment: Buyer consent required; liability remains with vendor
• Support: Dedicated toll-free service line required
• Documentation: Upload all certificates/documents sought in Bid document/ATC; omitted items lead to rejection
• Price variation: Option clause allows ±25% contract quantity or duration at issue and post-issue
• Warranty/penalties: Refer ATC for LD or performance penalties; ensure compliance with standards