NTPC Limited Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing Tender KAHALGAON 2026 - Boiler Tubes UT Service, IS 550/ISI not specified

Tender Overview

NTPC Limited invites bids for Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing of boiler tube joints at KAHALGAON. Estimated value: ₹3,239,489.00 with an EMD of ₹50,000. The scope centers on non-destructive UT work using phased array techniques to assess welds and joints in boiler tubes. Location and site context: NTPC Kahalgaon facility, with emphasis on accurate, repeatable UT measurements. Unique considerations include adherence to Make In India content of at least 50%, and potential MSE preferences, signaling procurement favoring local manufacturing and service providers. This tender requires OEM certificates for local content and relevant documentation to support local value addition. The absence of BOQ specifics suggests a focus on service capability, testing reliability, and field execution at scale. Bidder must align with center purchase preferences and ensure compliance with local supplier requirements. This opportunity caters to specialized NDT service providers with phased array UT capabilities and boiler-tube joint inspection experience.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing for boiler tube joints at NTPC Kahalgaon
• Estimated value: ₹3,239,489.00; EMD: ₹50,000
• Location: Kahalgaon, Bihar (site-specific testing contract)
• Key requirements: UT inspection capability using phased array probes, data recording, and diagnostics
• Standards/Certifications: local content requirements; OEM certification for percentage of local value addition (Class 1 local supplier 50% minimum) and Make In India documentation
• Preferences: Purchase preference for MSEs; bidders must demonstrate service capability and local manufacture/export alignment
• BOQ: Not specified; no itemized quantities available
• OEM/brand: Not specified; emphasis on compliance with local content and service capability

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹50,000; in specified form as per bid terms
• Local content: minimum 50% local value addition; OEM certificate detailing locations of value addition
• Make In India: bid must comply; statutory auditor/cost accountant certification for bids over ₹10 Crore (if applicable)
• MSE preference: potential price matching within L-1+15% if eligible; manufacturer or service provider eligibility required
• Documents: standard GST, PAN, experience proofs, OEM authorizations, financial statements, and technical compliance (as applicable)
• Delivery/Service timelines: not explicitly specified; project-based field testing scope
• Payment terms: not specified in detail; rely on standard NTPC terms; ensure bid alignment with procurement policy