Tamil Nadu Rural Development And Panchayat Raj Department Salem Inverter & Battery Tender 2026 IS 1651/AAA TRTL 2026

Tender Overview

The Tamil Nadu Rural Development And Panchayat Raj Department invites bids for an integrated inverter system package in SALEM, TAMIL NADU 636001. The procurement covers INVERTER with specified output rating, Input/Output voltage requirements, and mandatory provision of a battery with each inverter. A trolley/rack for batteries and general construction details are requested. The scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning (SITC), with options to adjust quantity up to 25%, under the buyer’s volume variation clause. Bidders should anticipate a 100% post-installation payment model and GST considerations scoped to actual rates. A strong emphasis on prior government deployments, OEM warranty verification, and ISO QMS compliance is evident. The tender emphasizes timely warranty rectification within 24 hours and a minimum 8-year post-installation support window. Unique aspects include a requirement for proof of prior government supply and a binding buyback/value-deduction clause on GST invoicing. This opportunity targets bidders with inverter-battery configurations meeting IS 1651 (Q3) and related ATC clauses, with a focus on lifecycle service and certified quality management.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: INVERTER; Output Rating in KVA (as per BOQ)
• Input/Operating Voltage: Wide-range acceptable; must meet minimum performance criteria
• Output Voltage: Inverter mode specification required
• Battery Provision: Battery included with each inverter for backup; Minimum Capacity (Ah) as per item specifics; if no battery, state 0
• Accessories/Trolley/Rack: Provision of suitable battery trolley or rack
• Generic: Type of cell; container material; cell/capacity (Ah) at 10 h rate
• Standards/Certifications: IS 1651 alignment and OEM warranty verification; ISO QMS certification
• Other: SITC scope; delivery and installation responsibilities; acceptance testing requirements

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Up to 25% quantity variation during contract and extended delivery periods
• GST: Bidder to determine applicable GST; reimbursement as per actual or applicable rate, whichever lower
• Scope of Supply: SITC of goods including installation and commissioning
• Documentation/Compliance: Valid PAN reflected in financials; audited balance sheets for 2021-22 through 2025-26; OT/maintenance support for 8 years
• Payment: No advance; 100% payment after supply, installation, and GST-compliant invoice; deduct buyback value for old items
• Warranty/Support: OEM warranty or website verification; 24-hour problem rectification commitment required
• Past Performance: Evidence of prior government department supply; OEM ISO QMS certification mandatory
• Delivery/Installation: Supplier bears delivery, installation, and incidental charges; facility to connect 3 fans, 2 lights, 1 additional load as applicable