Tender Overview
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) invites bids for Stationary Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (VRLA) conforming to IS 15549 (Q3), to be procured at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The scope is supply of Goods only, with potential quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract and at the time of placement per the option clause. The tender emphasizes a buyback mechanism for non PFMS/Non GPA cases with GST implications and requires bidders to factor GST input credit when quoting. The BOQ shows no items listed, signaling a pure procurement/quotation exercise. The tender prioritizes IS 15549 compliance, warranty terms, and settlement of delivery timelines linked to order dates. Overall, the procurement focuses on reliable VRLA battery supply for corporate operations in Visakhapatnam with clear price and quantity flexibility.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: VRLA stationary batteries for IS 15549 (Q3) compliance
- Standards: IS 15549 (Q3); battery products must be consistent with this standard
- Key data fields: Battery voltage (in volt) and capacity (in Ah) as specified in IS 15549; number of cells per battery; warranty (in years)
- Product scope: Sole supply of goods; no installation or services included unless stated elsewhere
- BOQ presence: 0 total items; implies quoting against a consolidated specification rather than line items
- Delivery nuance: Option clause allows quantity/time adjustments; delivery timelines linked to original order terms; minimum 30 days extension if applicable
- Buyback terms: GST treatment and ITC considerations for buyback; separate offline invoice for buyback outside GeM system
- GST treatment: Bid values to reflect GST on fresh items; buyback GST treated separately per buyerβs invoice
- Brand/OEM: Not specified; compliance with IS 15549 takes precedence
- Warranty: Clause mentions warranty; exact years to be defined in bidding documents
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Scope: Only supply of goods; no installation services
- Option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% of bid quantity; delivery time adjusts accordingly with a minimum of 30 days
- EMD/financials: Not explicitly provided; bidders should anticipate standard GeM-based EMD requirements
- Buyback mechanism: GST will apply on buyback value; separate invoicing; bidder to reflect ITC benefits in cost breakups
- Documentation: Prepare GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD documents, and technical bid documents; OEM authorizations may be required if applicable
- Delivery & payment: Delivery period and payment terms are governed by the GeM terms and the option clause; bidder must align with government procurement practices
- Warranty & penalties: Warranty terms referenced; penalties/LD details not specified here; verify in final bid documents
- Important note: No BOQ items listed; ensure compliance with IS 15549 (Q3) and procurement regulations in Andhra Pradesh
