Indian Army MCB Panel & MCBs Tender Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 60898 IS/IEC 60898 Compliant 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB) and MCB boards with specific configurations for AC operation marked to IS/IEC 60898 (Part 1) and IS 13032 compliant board voltages. The scope includes multiple Electric motor panels with steel enclosures, aluminum busbars, MCCB 4-pole 63-100 A, and MCB SPN 40 A across different panel sizes: 0.9×0.9×0.2 m, 1.5×1.5×0.2 m, and 1.2×1.5×0.25 m with respective compartment counts (05, 07 compartments) and associated wiring (4 sqmm and 6 sqmm copper 3-core). Estimated value is not disclosed; EMD is ₹230,000. Location is Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. Unique aspects include conforming to IS/IEC standards, panel-integrated busbars, and multiple panel configurations within a single procurement window. The tender emphasizes OEM-grade components and compliance with specified standards, suitable for government procurement processes and supply to defense installations. Vendors should prepare for unit-wise deliverables and batch testing where applicable.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: MCBs (IS/IEC 60898 compliant), MCB boards (IS 13032 compliant), MCCB 4-pole 63-100 A, MCB SPN 40 A, copper wire (4 sqmm, 6 sqmm), steel sheet enclosure
• Panel dimensions & compartments: 0.9×0.9×0.2 m (05 compartment), 1.5×1.5×0.2 m (07 compartment), 1.2×1.5×0.25 m (07 compartment)
• Busbar & wiring: Aluminum busbar; 4 sqmm copper 3-core, 6 sqmm copper 3-core
• Voltage & ratings: Rated voltage per IS/IEC and IS 13032; MCCB ratings 63-100 A; MCB rating 40 A
• Standards required: IS/IEC 60898 (Part 1); IS 13032; IS 60529 (optional) for enclosure protection if mentioned; Steel enclosure provision
• Performance & testing: Specifies instantaneous tripping current type; rated short circuit capacity; suitable to accommodate specified pole counts
• OEM/brand: Any OEM-aligned with IS/IEC 60898 and IS 13032 compliance; enclosure construction per standard
• Delivery expectations: Multi-panel assembly with access provisions; quantity option clause applies up to 25% during/after contract
• Warranty/after-sales: Not explicitly stated; infer standard defense procurement warranty terms

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹230,000 (to be paid as per tender terms)
• Experience: 3 years of regular supply/manufacture of similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSUs; provide contracts showing yearly quantities
• Delivery: Delivery schedule may include option to increase quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates; timeline linked to last original delivery order date; minimum extra time 30 days
• GST & payments: GST responsibility on bidder; GST invoice with GST portal payment confirmation; actual GST rate reimbursed as applicable
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; undertaking of non-liquidation/court proceedings; ND declaration; OEM authorization may be required
• Sample & approvals: Advance sample approval prior to bulk manufacture; vendor code creation prerequisites for submission