Health Department Kerala ERNAKULAM IS 15549 VRLA Batteries Tender 2026

Tender Overview

Health Department Kerala invites bids for supplying Stationary Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (V3) conforming to IS 15549 (Q3) for ERNAKULAM, Kerala. The scope covers supply, installation, testing, commissioning for a base quantity of 4/8 units (as applicable), with option to increase up to 25% during contract. Delivery schedule ties to last delivery order date, with extended time rules applying if option exercise occurs. Mandatory OEM/ bidder capabilities include ISO 9001 certification, functional service centers in the consignee state, and dedicated service support channels. The contract includes potential AMC post-warranty at 5% per annum with annual payments, and completion of statutory clearances if required. The requirement emphasizes robust after-sales support, with evidence of service center establishment within 30 days of award and a toll-free service line. The tender highlights a risk-adjusted quantity mechanism and a clear fulfillment path from supply to commissioning. The procurement targets government health infrastructure in ERNAKULAM under a structured bidding framework.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Stationary VRLA batteries (V3), conforming to IS 15549 (Q3)
• Key specs requested: nominal voltage, capacity at 10-hour rate (Ah), material of container, compatibility with intended equipment
• Standards: IS 15549 (Q3); ISO 9001 certified bidder/OEM
• Delivery scope: 4/8 units (base quantity with option); installation, testing, commissioning, operator training, and statutory clearances (if any)
• Warranty & AMC: warranty period; AMC option for 2 years at ≤ 5% of contract price per year; post-warranty service
• Support: functional service center in each consignee state; dedicated toll-free service number
• Documentation: certificates must be uploaded; non-submission leads to rejection

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financials: not disclosed in provided data (bidders must verify in full tender documents)
• Delivery: delivery period as per original order; extended period rules apply with 30+ day minimum if quantity is increased
• Payment: terms not specified here; AMC payments to be made annually after service
• Grant of rights: option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract
• Warranty/AMC: 2-year AMC at up to 5% per annum; performance security can be forfeited if AMC is rejected
• Quality: ISO 9001 certification required; service centers must be established within 30 days of award
• Documentation: bidders must upload all required certificates; non-compliance leads to rejection