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Indian Oil Corporation Limited Inspection Services by API Certified Engineers during M&I Shutdown at Paradip Refinery, Jagatsinghpur Odisha 2026

Bid Publish Date

06-Jan-2026, 5:31 pm

Bid End Date

20-Jan-2026, 6:00 pm

EMD

₹14,000

Value

₹55,89,332

Progress

Issue06-Jan-2026, 5:31 pm
AwardPending
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Quantity

1

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • API Certified Engineers required for on-site inspection during M&I shutdown
  • Paradip Refinery, Jagatsinghapur, Odisha as the execution site
  • EMD amount: ₹14,000 and estimated contract value: ₹5,589,331.49
  • Purchase preference for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) for services
  • Bidder must be the service provider of the offered inspection service (not a trader)
  • Evidence of API certification and service-provider eligibility must be uploaded with bid
  • No BOQ items published; scope is tied to API-certified inspection staffing and oversight
  • Contract may follow MOF/PP policy with L-1 + 15% matching under MSE policy

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Tender Overview

The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOC) invites bids for Inspection Services by API Certified Engineers during the M&I Shutdown at Paradip Refinery, Jagatsinghapur, Odisha 754102. The procurement category is Custom Bid for Services (Providing Inspection Services by API Certified Engineers). Estimated value is ₹5,589,331.49 with an EMD of ₹14,000. The assignment targets specialized API-certified inspection personnel to support critical shutdown activities at Paradip Refinery. The opportunity is structured to favor service providers with verified API credentials and shutdown experience, and aligns with MSE purchase preference provisions in government procurement policies. The geographic focus is Odisha, with emphasis on disciplined, safety-conscious execution during refinery maintenance windows.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

Key context includes: service scope for API-certified engineers conducting inspection activities during M&I shutdown; competent personnel must hold valid API credentials; the engagement pertains to Paradip Refinery shutdown oversight in Jagatsinghapur, Odisha. While detailed technical specs are not published, the bid emphasizes certified inspection capability, service-provider eligibility, and adherence to MSE procurement policy where applicable. Expected deliverables include on-site inspection support, compliance verification, and timely reporting aligned to shutdown milestones. EMD details and the estimated contract value indicate a project of moderate scale requiring trained inspectors with regulatory awareness.

Terms & Eligibility

EMD of ₹14,000 is required; IOC applies MSE purchase preference as per policy, with specific eligibility for service providers (not traders). The bidder must demonstrate API-certified engineering capability and be the service provider of the offered inspection service. Documentary evidence for MSE eligibility must be uploaded; L-1 price adjustments under policy (within +15%) may grant contract award for 100% of total value to eligible MSEs. Compliance with central procurement rules and OEM authorizations (if applicable) may be needed.

Key Specifications

  • Product/Service: Inspection services by API-certified engineers for refinery shutdown

  • Location: Paradip Refinery, Jagatsinghapur, Odisha 754102

  • Estimated value: ₹5,589,331.49

  • EMD: ₹14,000

  • Qualification: API certification for inspectors; service-provider eligibility

  • Contract type: Maintenance shutdown support during M&I period at Paradip Refinery

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD of ₹14,000 required to participate

  • MSE purchase preference applies to eligible service providers

  • Bidder must be the service provider of the offered inspection service

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in tender data; standard government service payments typically apply per IOC terms after service verification

Delivery Schedule

On-site inspection support during M&I shutdown at Paradip Refinery; full delivery timeline to be defined in contract

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not detailed in provided information; standard LD terms may apply as per IOC contract provisions

Bidder Eligibility

  • Must be the API-certified service provider for inspection work

  • Ability to operate as a service provider (not a trader) for inspections

  • Demonstrated experience in refinery shutdown inspections and compliance

  • Capability to comply with MSE preferential procurement rules (if applicable)

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for API-certified inspection work

4

Financial statements to demonstrate financial capability

5

EMD payment receipt or proof of deposit

6

Technical bid documents confirming API credentials

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OEM authorizations or service-provider declarations (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about ODISHA tender market

How to bid for IOC Paradip refinery inspection services in Odisha 2026

Bidders must be API-certified inspection providers and submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, and EMD of ₹14,000. The tender uses MSE purchase preference; service eligibility requires proof of API credentials and capability to support shutdown activities at Paradip Refinery. Upload technical bids and any OEM authorizations as required.

What documents are required for IOC inspection services in Jagatsinghpur

Required documents include GST registration, PAN, API certification proof, experience certificates for refinery inspections, financial statements, EMD receipt, and technical bid documents confirming service capability. OEM authorizations should be included if applicable to the API-inspection scope.

What are the standards and certifications for API-inspection bidders in Odisha

Bidders must provide valid API certification for inspectors and demonstrate service-provider status for inspection activities. Compliance with IOC terms and public procurement rules, plus any OEM authorizations if specified, is required to qualify for Paradip shutdown work.

When is the bid submission deadline for the Paradip refinery inspection

The exact submission deadline is not disclosed here. Bidders should monitor IOC procurement portals for the bid notice, ensure EMD of ₹14,000 is ready, and prepare API-certified inspection documentation to meet the service-provider requirements during the M&I shutdown.

What is the EMD amount for the IOC Paradip inspection tender in Odisha

The Earnest Money Deposit is ₹14,000. Bidder must provide proof of online or DD-based EMD submission as part of the bid. This amount aligns with the estimated contract value and helps secure compliance for API-certified inspection services during the M&I shutdown.

What are the payment terms for IOC inspection services during Paradip shutdown

Specific payment terms are not detailed in the tender excerpt. Typically, IOC aligns with standard government service payments after milestone verification; bidders should expect a contract-based schedule and verification-based payments once inspection deliverables are confirmed.

What delivery requirements apply to API-inspection services at Paradip refinery

Delivery entails on-site inspection support during the M&I shutdown at Paradip Refinery, with API-certified engineers performing inspections and delivering compliance reports. Exact timelines will be outlined in the contract after bid evaluation and project scoping during the shutdown window.

How to ensure MSE purchase preference applies to IOC bids in Odisha

To leverage MSE preference, bidders must prove micro or small enterprise status and that they are the service provider for the offered inspection service. Upload documentary evidence with the bid showing MSE eligibility and comply with the policy’s price band within L1+15% as applicable.

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