Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited Aerial Bunched Cable Tender Varansi UP 1.1 kV IS 14255 2026

Tender Overview

Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited invites bids for the supply of Aerial Bunched Cable for working voltage up to and including 1.1 kV, conforming to IS 14255. Estimated value is ₹902,252,596.00 with an EMD of ₹9,022,600.00. Delivery will cover multiple distribution centers across Uttar Pradesh: MVVNL Lucknow, PVVNL Meerut, PUVVNL Varanasi, DVVNL Agra, and KESCO Kanpur. The buyer reserves a +/-25% quantity option and requires detailed design drawings within 7 days of award. Unique scope includes supply-only procurement with per-drawing approvals and potential extended delivery windows. Tender is located in Varansi, UP, aligning with the Uttar Pradesh energy distribution network. This contract differentiates itself by multi-site delivery and strict IS 14255 compliance, targeting a robust, nationwide-grade AB cable supply in 2026.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Aerial Bunched Cable for working voltage up to 1.1 kV
• Standard: IS 14255 (Aerial Bunched Cables for distribution networks)
• Conductor materials: Phase, Neutral/Messenger materials to be specified; cross-sectional areas to be defined in BOQ
• Insulation/type: Insulation and sheath details to be provided; rating to meet 1.1 kV
• Nominal cross-sectional areas: Phase conductor, street lighting conductor, and messenger/neutral conductor to be specified in BOQ
• Delivery locations: MVVNL Lucknow, PVVNL Meerut, PUVVNL Varanasi, DVVNL Agra, KESCO Kanpur
• Delivery timing: Original delivery with option for quantity variations up to 25%; delivery period adjustments as per clause; no LD for drawing approval delays
• Design validation: Detailed Design Drawings must be approved within 7 days of award; modification list within 7 days if required
• Scope: Scope of supply includes only goods; freight and installation specifics governed by terms

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹9,022,600 required as bid security
• Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover for the last three years as per bid document
• Delivery terms: Delivery period governed by option clause; additional time calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days
• GST obligation: Bidder bears GST; reimbursement as actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower
• Legal status: Bidder must be solvent (no liquidation or bankruptcy); an undertaking to this effect is required
• Payment terms: As per tender; GST handling as per policy; price to include all costs
• Warranty/quality: Quality and standards per IS 14255; OEM authorizations and technical compliance certificates to be provided
• Delivery/installation scope: Supply of goods only; installation/commissioning, if in scope, to follow terms