Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited Argon/Oxygen Gas Refilling Tender Tamil Nadu 2026 IS 5760 IS 309 2005
Bid Publish Date
08-Oct-2026, 11:03 am
Bid End Date
19-Oct-2026, 11:00 am
EMD
₹5,758
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Nuclear Power Corporation Of India Limited (Department Of Atomic Energy) invites bids for refilling industrial gases in cylinders, covering Argon Gas Grade 3 (IS 5760:1998), Argon High Purity Grade 2 (IS 5760:1998), Industrial Oxygen Gas Cylinder 7 Cum capacity (IS 309:2005), and Dissolved Acetylene Gas as per IS:308-1988. The estimated value is not disclosed, with an EMD of ₹5,758. The scope targets manufacturers capable of gas refilling in seller/buyer cylinders, ensuring compliance with specified IS standards and cylinder testing. A 25% quantity/contract duration adjustment clause may apply. The absence of BOQ items suggests a focused supplier capability requirement rather than a multi-line bill of quantities. Bidder eligibility hinges on documented experience in compressed gas supply or cylinder testing to government or large private entities.
- Organization: Nuclear Power Corporation Of India Limited
- Product/Service: Refilling of industrial gases in cylinders (Argon Grade 3, Argon Grade 2, Oxygen 7 Cum cylinders, Dissolved Acetylene)
- Location: India (country-wide procurement; no city specified)
- Unique aspect: Mandatory demonstration of past government/private sector gas cylinder experience; manufacturer-only eligibility for MSE benefits; Annexure A1 declarations required.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Gas categories: Argon Grade 3 (IS 5760:1998); Argon High Purity Grade 2 (IS 5760:1998); Industrial Oxygen Gas Cylinder 7 Cum (IS 309:2005); Dissolved Acetylene Gas (IS 308-1988).
- Cylinder refilling scope: for seller/buyer cylinders, ensuring compliance with IS standards and testing requirements.
- EMD: ₹5,758.
- Eligibility evidence: past seven years’ experience in compressed gases supply or cylinder testing with PO copies or completion certificates; government/PSU/private sector documentation.
- Compliance: manufacturer must demonstrate product manufacturing capability; MSE benefits restricted to goods manufactured by bidder; Annexure-II declaration required.
- No BOQ items indicate a targeted supplier capability and conformity check rather than volumetric pricing.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹5,758; submit as specified in bid document.
- Experience criteria: three projects ≥ ₹4 Lakhs each OR two projects ≥ ₹5 Lakhs OR one project ≥ ₹8 Lakhs; proof through government/PSU/private orders and completion certificates or client attestations.
- MSE benefits: restricted to manufacturers; dealers/ distributors not eligible; must submit manufacturer declaration.
- Pre-qualification: Annexure A1 self-declaration and Annexure-II declaration as per GeM GTC.
- Quantity/duration variation: up to 25% permitted during contract issuance and execution.
Key Specifications
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Gas types and IS standards: Argon Grade 3 (IS 5760:1998), Argon High Purity Grade 2 (IS 5760:1998), Oxygen Gas Cylinder 7 Cum (IS 309:2005), Dissolved Acetylene (IS 308-1988)
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Cylinder refilling scope for seller/buyer cylinders with IS compliance and cylinder testing
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EMD amount: ₹5,758
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Experience requirements: last 7 years; three orders ≥ ₹4 Lakhs, or two orders ≥ ₹5 Lakhs, or one order ≥ ₹8 Lakhs
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Documentation: purchase orders, completion certificates or client attestations; Annexures A1 and II
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Manufacturer-only eligibility for MSE benefits; non-manufacturer entities to submit required declarations
Terms & Conditions
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EMD of ₹5,758 must be submitted with bid
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Manufacturer-only eligibility for MSE benefits; dealers not eligible
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Pre-qualification relies on past compressed gas cylinder experience with government/PSU/private clients
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Contract quantity may adjust up to 25% at issuance and execution
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Annexure A1 and Annexure II declarations required with offer
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Details not provided beyond standard GeM terms; bidders to reference buyer ATC for exact payment schedule.
Delivery Schedule
No explicit delivery timeline stated; contract may require timely gas refilling per IS standards as negotiated.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
No LD details published; standard procurement penalties may apply per GeM terms and NPCIL contract clauses.
Bidder Eligibility
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Must be a manufacturer of compressed gases to qualify for MSE benefits
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Submit Annexure A1 self-declaration and Annexure II declaration
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Demonstrate seven years of relevant experience with compliant purchase orders/completion certificates
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
3550
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Item wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Refilling of Industrial Gases in Cylinders - Argon Gas Grade3 conforming to IS 5760 1998; Cubic Meter , Refilling of Industrial Gases in Cylinders - Argon Gas High Purity Grade 2 conforming to IS 5760 1998; Cubic Meter , Refilling of Industrial Gases in Cylinders - Industrial Oxygen Gas Cylinder 7 Cum capacity as per IS 309 : 2005; Cubic Meter , Refilling of Industrial Gases in Cylinders - Dissolved Acetylene Gas (as per IS:308-1988); Cubic Meter
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 10 days of issue of service delivery acceptance certificate (SDAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Tirunelveli
Delivery Pincodes
627106
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | 627106,KKNPP, NPCIL, KUDANKULAM, RADHAPURAM TALUK, TIRUNELVELI DIST, TAMILNADU | Tirunelveli | Tamil Nadu | 627106 | 1120 | - | - |
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Required Documents
GST Registration Certificate
PAN Card of bidder
Experience certificates for compressed gas supply or cylinder testing (past 7 years)
Self-attested copies of purchase orders for relevant gas cylinder work (government/PSU/private entity)
Completion certificates or client-signed proof of project completion for relevant orders
OEM authorization or manufacturer declaration (for MSE eligibility)
Annexure A1 self-declaration (as per GeM portal requirement)
Annexure II declaration (as per buyer ATC)
EMD deposit proof (online/DD as specified)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for NPCIL gas refilling tender in India 2026?
Bidders must be manufacturers to claim MSE benefits, submit Annexure A1 and Annexure II declarations, provide past seven years' PO proofs for gas cylinder work, and deposit EMD ₹5,758. Ensure IS 5760 and IS 309/308 compliance, with ARGON/OXYGEN/Dissolved Acetylene gas cylinder experience credentials.
What documents are required for NPCIL gas refilling procurement in 2026?
Submit GST, PAN, manufacturer declaration, purchase orders for compressed gas in cylinders, completion certificates or client attestations, EMD proof of ₹5,758, Annexure A1 and Annexure II declarations, and OEM authorizations if applicable to prove manufacturing capability.
What are the IS standards for Argon and Oxygen gas refilling in this tender?
Argon Grade 3 and Argon High Purity Grade 2 must conform to IS 5760:1998; Industrial Oxygen Gas Cylinder refilling adheres to IS 309:2005; Dissolved Acetylene must comply with IS 308-1988. Suppliers must demonstrate compliance as a core eligibility criterion.
What is the EMD amount and its payment terms for NPCIL gas bid?
EMD amount is ₹5,758. Submission must accompany the bid as per GeM/GTC terms, with potential refund on bid completion. Payment terms to be clarified in the contracting finalization; refer to buyer ATC for schedule and method.
What is the eligibility criteria for gas cylinder testing experience in NPCIL bid?
Eligibility requires last seven years’ experience with three orders ≥ ₹4 Lakhs, or two orders ≥ ₹5 Lakhs, or one order ≥ ₹8 Lakhs in supplying compressed gases or cylinder testing for government/PSU/private entities; include PO copies and completion evidence.
Are there quantity variations allowed in the NPCIL gas tender 2026?
Yes, quantity or duration may be increased up to 25% at contract issuance and during execution; bidders must accept revised scope and price adjustments as per the contract amendment.