Central Power Research Institute Calibration Services Tender Raipur Karnataka NABL Hybrid Onsite Lab 56 Instruments 2026

Tender Overview

Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) in Raipur, Chhattisgarh invites bids for Calibration Services – Electrical covering 56 instruments. The contract requires a hybrid approach (onsite and at the NABL-accredited calibration lab) with transit insurance borne by CPRI. Scope includes calibration across voltage, current, power (AC/DC), resistance, frequency, power factor, and phase angle to NABL standards. The clause allows contractor-adjustable quantity/duration up to 25%, both pre- and post-contract. This opportunity targets firms with NABL-capable facilities and mobility to service multiple instruments efficiently, ensuring traceability and conformity with required standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Instruments to calibrate: 56 devices; calibration to cover Voltage, Current, Power (AC/DC), Resistance, Frequency, Power Factor, Phase Angle.
• Delivery model: Hybrid (onsite + calibration lab premises); bidders must specify which instruments can be calibrated onsite vs in-lab.
• Standards/ accreditation: Calibration to NABL-accredited lab practices; transit insurance obligations borne by CPRI; ensure traceable calibration certificates.
• Leaderboard of scope: Scope includes determining feasibility of onsite calibration for each instrument rating and scheduling across site visits vs lab work; include risk and safety considerations for high-precision equipment.
• Volume/scale detail: 56 instruments in total; ensure efficient batching and turnaround alignment with client requirements given hybrid model.
• Clause triggers: Flexible quantity/duration up to 25%; firm must accept revised quantities if issued.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/ security deposits: Not explicitly stated; bidders should prepare standard bid security as per local norms.
• Experience requirements: Preference for bidders with NABL calibration capability and prior multi-instrument calibration experience.
• Delivery/ timelines: Onsite and lab calibration scheduling to be agreed; transit insurance provided by CPRI.
• Payment terms: Not specified; align with standard government procurement payment terms and milestones.
• Documentation: Submit NABL accreditation proof, equipment list, calibration certificates, and OEM authorizations where applicable.
• Warranty/AMC: Not specified; bidders may propose post-calibration support expectations.
• Special clauses: 25% quantity/duratIon flex at issue and post-issue; ensure compliance with hybrid service model.