Power Development Department Jammu And Kashmir Substation Clamps / Connectors Tender 2025 - 25% Quantity Flexibility & Inspection Standards

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Power Development Department Jammu and Kashmir for procurement related to Substation Clamps / Connectors. The bid includes an EMD of ₹12,800 and features an option clause allowing a ±25% quantity adjustment at contract award and during the contract to the same rates. Delivery timing is tied to the original delivery period with adjustments calculated as (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days. Inspection responsibilities include pre-dispatch inspection by an external agency and post-receipt checks at the consignee site. No BOQ items are listed, indicating potential scope variation.

Key differentiators include the explicit quantity adjustment clause, and the requirement for both pre-dispatch and post-receipt inspections, with bidder obligations for travel and lodging if pre-dispatch inspections are invoked. The tender prioritizes standard compliant, traceable components for substation clamps/connectors and anticipates flexible procurement quantities within a defined framework.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• EMD: ₹12,800 (amount specified in terms).
• Quantity flexibility: up to ±25% of bid/contract quantity.
• Delivery computation: extended delivery time formula: (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period; minimum 30 days.
• Inspection regime: Pre-dispatch inspection by Buyer/Authorized Agency; Post-receipt inspection at consignee site.
• Inspection charges: External agency charges borne by Buyer; in-house testing facilities provided by Seller at no cost.
• BOQ status: No items listed; potential scope alignment with clamps/connectors category.
• Delivery prerequisites: Clearance after pre-dispatch inspection before dispatch.
• These terms indicate a focus on compliance verification and adaptable order quantities for substation hardware.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may adjust quantity by up to 25% at contract formation and during the currency of the contract.
• Delivery & extension: If exercised, new delivery time follows the stated formula with a minimum of 30 days.
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection at Seller premises; post-receipt inspection at consignee site; costs for external labs borne by Buyer.
• Delivery readiness: Seller to notify Buyer of readiness for inspection via email; testing dates coordinated with Buyer/Authorized Agency.
• Acceptance: Consignee may reject goods at site; prior inspection does not preclude post-receipt checks.
• BOQ line items: Not specified in the current data; bidders should prepare for scope variance.
• Ensure readiness to comply with inspection protocols and flexible quantity management throughout the contract term.