Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited Battery Banks Tender Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh 2V 200Ah 220V DC 2V UPS 2025

Bidders should prepare for Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of battery banks (2 V 200 Ah and 220 V DC 2 V cell 100 Ah) for RINL in Visakhapatnam. Include GST-compliant buyback pricing, post-award cost split, and ensure compliance with the 25% quantity variation option and GeM terms.

Submit GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for UPS/battery systems, financial statements, EMD documentation, OEM authorizations (if applicable), and technical bid documents. Include post-award buyback cost breakdown and any GeM-specific forms for submission.

Delivery is governed by the original delivery period with possible extension when quantity increases; the formula is (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days. Ensure planning aligns with the 25% quantity variation clause.

GST applies on the buyback value; a separate offline invoice will be raised by the government buyer for buyback items. The bidder must reflect buyback pricing excluding GST in the bid and provide a detailed buyback cost break-up post-award.

Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of the battery banks and associated UPS components, with performance acceptance upon successful commissioning. Pre-installation site readiness and after-sales support should be clarified with the buyer.

No explicit standards or certifications are listed in the available data. Bidders should verify whether ISI, ISO, or other certifications are required during tender clarification and align documentation accordingly.

Payment terms are not detailed in the provided information; bidders should await GeM terms or request clarification. Prepare for typical government patterns with milestone or COD-based payments and ensure GST compliance for buyback.

The option clause allows a maximum ±25% change in bid quantity during and after award, with delivery timelines adjusted proportionally. Plan for flexible procurement and ensure pricing accommodates potential scale adjustments without compromising margins.