Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited 13% Cr Stainless Steel Bars X20CR13 HW10786 Rev07 Tender 2026

Tender Overview

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) invites bids for the supply of 13% chromium stainless steel bars, grade X20CR13, Spec HW10786 Rev:07, size 86x18 mm. The scope is strictly supply of goods, with inspection by BHEL or QUEST and post-receipt verification at the consignee site. The procurement context centers on ensuring bar dimensions, chemical composition, and traceability meet HW10786 Rev07 standards for critical components. Unique aspects include pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises (fee by Buyer) and external laboratory testing as decided by BHEL. This opportunity targets suppliers capable of delivering consistent stock to a government-scale manufacturing program with embedded QA.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: 13% Cr Stainless Steel Bars, Grade X20CR13, Specification HW10786 Rev:07
• Size: 86x18 mm; processability for BHEL-based applications
• Procurement mode: Supply of Goods only; inspection by PRE-DISPATCH INSPECTION at Seller Premises (Buyer bears external lab/testing fees) and post-receipt inspection by BHEL at consignee site
• Inspector: BHEL/ QUEST (Nominated External Inspection Agency) per approved QP; readiness communicated via e-mail, with testing dates coordinated by Buyer
• Quality emphasis: adherence to HW10786 Rev07 with traceability and acceptance criteria defined by BHEL terms
• No BOQ items available; scope remains narrowly defined to the specified stainless steel bars and associated inspection regime

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Inspection regime includes pre-dispatch and post-receipt checks; all testing and external lab charges borne by Buyer, in-house testing facilities provided by Seller
• GST considerations to be borne by bidder; GST rate reimbursement per actuals or applicable lower rate
• Termination rights exist for non-performance, delayed delivery, or misrepresentation; contract allows unilateral termination by Buyer under stated conditions
• Delivery schedule and payment terms are to be as per ATC and contract; no explicit LOI dates provided in data
• Warranty and penalties details are defined in general terms; penalties and LD provisions subject to contract terms and white-listing by BHEL