Andaman & Nicobar Electricity Department Aerial Bunched Cable Tender IS 14255 1.1kV 2026

Tender Overview

The tender is issued by the Electricity Department, Andaman & Nicobar, for the supply of Aerial Bunched Cable suitable for a working voltage up to and including 1.1 kV, marked to IS 14255 (Q2). Estimated value is ₹8,900,000 with no BOQ items listed. The contract contemplates supply-only scope, with quantity variation rights of up to ±25% during and after order placement. Pre-dispatch inspection is mandatory, potentially conducted by a nominated external agency, and inspection charges are borne by the buyer. ISO 9001 certification by bidder or OEM is required, along with BIS/type tests and other certificates. This tender underscores compliance with specific IS standards and a strong quality-control framework, with clear delivery considerations and GST cautions.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Cable category: Aerial Bunched Cable for working voltage up to 1.1 kV, IS 14255 (Q2) marked
• Conductor materials: Phase, neutral/messenger conductor materials as specified in IS 14255; cross-sectional areas to be confirmed in BOQ
• Insulation/type: Insulation type aligned with IS 14255 requirements; suitable for street lighting and general distribution
• Nominal cross-sections: Phase conductor, street lighting conductor, and messenger/neutral areas as per project needs
• Standards & testing: ISO 9001 certified bidder or OEM; BIS licence and type test certificates required; pre-dispatch inspection mandatory
• Delivery scope: Supply of goods only; delivery period determined by contract with option for quantity variation; GST implications to be borne by bidder as applicable
• Inspection & acceptance: Buyer or nominated external agency to perform pre-dispatch inspection; buyer bears external testing charges; in-house testing facilities provided by seller free of cost
• Value & scope clues: Estimated value of ₹8,900,000; no BOQ items

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: Not explicitly specified; ensure readiness for standard bid security and GST considerations
• Quality & certificates: Must upload BIS licence, ISI/type test certificates, and other product-specific approvals
• Delivery terms: Quantity can be increased or decreased by up to 25%; delivery timeline linked to original/extended periods with minimum 30 days
• Warranty/penalties: Penalty provisions and performance bonds, if any, to be clarified in bid; conformance to IS 14255 and ISO 9001 mandatory
• Documentation: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates (if required), and financial statements may be requested; pre-dispatch inspection details to be coordinated
• GST & taxes: GST applicability to be determined by bidder; vendor to claim GST as per actuals or prevailing rates
• Delivery location: Specific site in Andaman & Nicobar to be confirmed; supply-only scope
• Qualification: Experience in supplying aerial bunch cables or similar distribution cables is advantageous