Tender Overview
The Directorate Of Purchase And Stores under the Department Of Atomic Energy invites bids for the machining (ID&OD) of extruded & annealed zirconium alloy blanks sized 63mm OD x 11mm as per annexure. The contract covers supply-only of goods with an EMD of ₹160,000 and an option to increase quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates. Delivery terms tie to the original delivery period, with potential extensions calculated by the option clause. The procurement location references the NFC Hyderabad payment and acceptance framework. A unique aspect is the ability to utilize online EMD payment via Bharatkosh, with hard-copy submission within 5 days of bid end/opening. This tender emphasizes precise geometric tolerances and material specifications for high-integrity zirconium components used in atomic energy applications.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Item category: Machining of zirconium alloy blanks (63mm OD x 11mm ID/length as per annexure)
- Quantity scope: Not disclosed in BOQ; bid price must include all cost components for supply-only
- EMD details: ₹160,000; alternatives include online Bharatkosh payment or DD/BC; hard copy required within 5 days
- Delivery/extension: Option to extend delivery period via 25% quantity variation; additional time formula applied per contract terms
- Payment mode: Online Bharatkosh or traditional DD/Banker's Cheque; post-award DD/PBG options available
- Quality/standards: Not specified in data; bidders should assume material and process controls suitable for nuclear-grade zirconium applications
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD submission: ₹160,000 via DD/Pay order or online Bharatkosh; ensure hard copy delivery within 5 working days
- Delivery terms: Delivery period aligned to original order; extended periods governed by option clause with minimum 30 days
- Scope: Supply of goods only; no service components required
- Performance security: DD in lieu of PBG allowed; after award can upload scanned DD copy within 15 days
- Alternate payment mode: Bharatkosh accepted; provide challan/receipt with bid
- Documentation: Ensure submission of all requested bid documents and EMD proof per terms