Banaras Locomotive Works SITC of ACs Tender Varansi Uttar Pradesh 2025 IS 550/ISI Compliant

Tender Overview

Banaras Locomotive Works of the Indian Railways invites bids for the SITC of multiple air conditioning units and related installation services at VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH. Estimated contract value is ₹5,250,992 with an EMD of ₹105,000. Scope includes SITC of 2 Ton Split AC, SITC of 2 Ton Window AC, SITC of 1.5 Ton Split AC, plus mounting, refrigerant piping (minimum 3 meters), electrical wiring up to 3 meters, leak testing, wall-mount stands for outdoor units, and uninstallation of existing units. The order quantity may vary ±25% during execution, at contracted rates. Delivery timelines align to extension provisions defined in the option clause. The contract requires a supplier able to support installation, testing, and commissioning.

• Organization: Banaras Locomotive Works (Indian Railways)
• Location: VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH (221001)
• Product/Service: SITC and ancillary works for residential/commercial AC units and related mounting, piping, and testing
• Estimated value / EMD: ₹5,250,992 / ₹105,000
• Key differentiator: option clause permitting 25% quantity variation and guaranteed post-warranty service obligations in-state

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specifications published in the tender data; bidders should rely on standard government SITC practices for AC units and associated installation work
• Scope includes: SITC of AC units (2T split, 2T window, 1.5T split), mounting and wiring up to 3 meters, refrigerant piping (min 3 meters), leak testing, satisfactory operation testing, and uninstallation of existing systems
• Service capability requirements include a functional service centre in the same state as each consignee location or establishment within 30 days of award, with documentary evidence
• OEM authorization from the original equipment manufacturer is required for distributors, including full contact details
• Dedicated toll-free service support number and post-sale service readiness are mandatory
• Inspection is handled via nominated agency; pre-dispatch inspection is not specified as required
• Experience clause requires 1-year prior supply/manufacture of similar category goods to central/state government bodies; copies of contracts to be submitted
• The contract permits supplier to demonstrate capacity through comparable government projects and timely delivery under the option clause

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹105,000 (payment terms not specified beyond EMD requirement)
• Experience criteria: Bidder or OEM must have 1 year of regular supply/manufacture of similar products to Central/State Govt Organizations or PSUs; primary product value should meet criteria in case of bunch bids
• Manufacturer Authorization: If bid is submitted by authorized distributor, OEM authorization certificate with full contact details is required
• Scope of supply: Bid price must cover Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning
• Service centre requirement: Functional service centre in the state of each consignee location; if not existing, establishment within 30 days post-award; payment contingent on documentary evidence
• Support: Dedicated toll-free service number required; post-sale service capability must be demonstrated
• Inspection: Post-receipt inspection is implied; pre-dispatch inspection may be applicable if ATC requires
• Delivery flexibility: Quantity may be increased/decreased up to 25% during contract; delivery time frames adjust accordingly