Procurement Opportunity: ABB Make Soft Starter 250A 132KW at 415V Type Code PSTX250 600 70 Ordering Code 1SFA898113R7000,ABB in BASTAR, CHHATTISGARH

The eligibility requirements for this tender mandate that bidders must be registered entities capable of supplying electrical and motor control equipment, specifically authorized ABB dealers or manufacturers. Participants should demonstrate financial stability to fulfill the supply contract for the total quantity required. Additionally, bidders need to provide proof of past experience in delivering similar industrial electrical components, affirming quality and reliability. Compliance with statutory registrations relevant to government tenders, such as GST and PAN, is essential. Bidders must also ensure their submitted documents align with the tender’s technical and financial specifications to be considered qualified.

Suppliers must provide ABB Make Soft Starters model PSTX250 600 70 (250A, 132KW) and PSTX370 600 70 (370A, 200KW) that operate at 415V voltage. These components should strictly comply with ABB’s OEM quality certifications and conform to national and international electrical safety standards. The soft starters are expected to support heavy industrial motor operations with smooth starting functions, minimal electrical stress, and durability in harsh operating environments typical of steel plants. Vendors must submit detailed technical data sheets, product certifications, and testing compliance documents during bid submission to verify adherence to quality and performance criteria.

While the provided information does not explicitly state the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) amount or exemption criteria, bidders need to consult the detailed tender documents for exact financial security obligations, including EMD and performance security deposits. Generally, tenders of this nature require an EMD as a confirmation of bidder seriousness. The successful supplier will also be required to furnish a performance security, typically a percentage of the contract value, to guarantee supply quality and timely delivery. Payment terms and security deposits must be fully complied with as per the government procurement guidelines and will be evaluated alongside bid pricing and technical compliance.

Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the official government e-tendering portal following the prescribed format outlined in the tender documentation. All submitted documents should be complete, accurate, and in accepted file formats such as PDF for certificates and technical details, alongside Excel or Word files where applicable for financial and commercial bids. Proper naming conventions and document structuring improve evaluation efficiency. Incomplete or corrupted submissions can lead to disqualification. It is crucial to carefully refer to the tender instructions on the portal to comply with all procedural requirements for successful bid acceptance.

This tender includes provisions that support participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises as well as startups, in alignment with Government of India’s procurement policies. Such entities are encouraged to participate by availing benefits like exemption from or relaxation in Earnest Money Deposit (EMD), price preference in tender evaluation, and special consideration in technical qualification wherever applicable. The tender aligns with 'Make in India' initiatives promoting local manufacturing and supply chain development. MSMEs and startups meeting the eligibility and technical criteria can leverage these advantages to compete effectively and contribute to the indigenization of electrical components in industrial applications.