Indian Space Research Organization Methanol 99.7% Tender Kerala State Transport & ISRO Procurement 2026
Bid Publish Date
06-Oct-2026, 10:52 am
Bid End Date
27-Oct-2026, 11:00 am
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) under the Department of Space issues a tender for the supply of Methanol – Commercial Purity 99.7% for onward use in space-related programs. The procurement scope specifies delivery of the liquid in tanker quantities, transported by road to the Kerala region, with a single-fleet delivery approach. The ATC requires strict adherence to the stated technical specifications, and bidders must provide an ATC compliance statement. The contract contemplates quantity variance of up to 25% (increase) during the contract term, at contracted rates, with a minimum delivery extension of 30 days for any option; this ensures flexibility for scale-up. The concession GST rate of 5% applies to eligible institutions, with a certificate issued post-award. The award will depend on compliance with the technical specification attached in the ATC, not on generic criteria. This tender highlights the supplier’s need to coordinate with Kerala Excise for necessary permissions and NOC.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Methanol with Commercial Purity 99.7%.
- Delivery mode: Road tanker delivery in a single lot order; total quantity to be shipped in one lot.
- Transportation corridor: crossing Kerala border via Walayar Checkpost.
- Compliance documents: NOC from Kerala State Excise Commissioner for import and road permit for tanker transport.
- Delivery timeline: materials to be supplied within 30 days from date of NOC and permit issuance.
- Certifications: ATC-compliance statement mandatory; quotation strictly per ATC technical specification.
- Additional licenses: bidder to notify in advance of any extra license/permit requirements for supply.
- Special conditions: ISRO may adjust quantity up to ±25%; delivery time scales accordingly; minimum extension 30 days.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not specified in data; bidders must comply with ISRO ATC and provide required compliance statements.
- Delivery: total quantity in a tanker delivery, single lot, road transport only.
- NOC/Permits: bidder must obtain NOC from Kerala Excise and road permit prior to supply.
- Delivery window: within 30 days of NOC/permit issuance; delivery schedule aligned with original delivery period adjustments.
- GST: concessional rate of 5% for eligible institutions; bidder to account for this in bid pricing.
- Compliance: mandatory ATC compliance statement; bids without ATC compliance will be rejected.
- Documentation: bidders must be prepared to submit GSTIN, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and OEM authorizations as applicable to ATC requirements.
Key Specifications
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Product/service: Methanol
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Purity: Commercial 99.7%
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Delivery: Road tanker, single lot
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Delivery location: Kerala (Walayar Checkpost crossing)
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Delivery timeframe: 30 days from NOC/permit
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NOC: Kerala Excise Commissioner for import
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Permits: Road permit for tanker transport
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ATC requirement: Mandatory ATC compliance statement
Terms & Conditions
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Quantity may vary up to 25% during contract, at contracted rates
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GST concessional rate of 5% for eligible institutions; post-award certificate
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Delivery via road tanker in a single lot; Walayar Checkpost crossing
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NOC and road permit required before supply; 30-day delivery window
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ATC compliance statement mandatory; bids without may be rejected
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Bidder to notify in advance about any additional licenses/permits
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST concessional rate of 5% applies; pricing to reflect ISRO ATC requirements and delivery terms
Delivery Schedule
Total quantity to be supplied in a single tanker lot; delivery within 30 days post NOC and permit issuance
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified; ensure adherence to delivery deadlines per ATC; option to adjust quantities up to 25%
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying chemical solvents via road tanker
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Ability to obtain NOC from Kerala Excise and road permits
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Compliance with ATC and ISRO procurement standards
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
11
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Methnol- Commercial Purity 99.7%
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
90
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Thiruvananthapuram
Delivery Pincodes
695022
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sreeraj S | 695022,TERLS AREA, VIKRAM SARABHAI SPACE CENTRE, THUMBA PO, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CITY, 695022 | Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala | 695022 | 11 | 90 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9910788.pdf
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
GST certificate
PAN card
ATC compliance statement
NOC from Kerala State Excise Commissioner for methanol import
Road permit for transportation of methanol in tanker
Experience certificates in chemical supply and tanker delivery
Financial statements (audited)
OEM authorizations or supplier certifications (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about KERALA tender market
How to bid for ISRO methanol supply tender in Kerala 2026
Bidders must submit the ATC compliance statement, GST certificate, PAN, and financials, plus NOC from Kerala Excise and road permit. Ensure delivery in a single tanker lot within 30 days of permit, with flexibility up to 25% quantity and ISRO’s ATC-included pricing.
What documents are required for ISRO methanol procurement in Kerala
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates in chemical supply, audited financial statements, NOC and road permit, OEM authorizations if applicable, and the mandatory ATC compliance statement to qualify for the bid.
What are the technical specifications for ISRO methanol 99.7%
Methanol with 99.7% commercial purity; must be delivered by road tanker in a single lot. Compliance with ATC, and delivery within 30 days post NOC issuance; cross-border routing via Walayar Checkpost in Kerala.
When is the delivery deadline for ISRO methanol supply in Kerala
Delivery must occur within 30 days from the date of NOC and permit issuance; the option for quantity variation may extend timelines proportionally, subject to minimum 30 days.
What are the GST terms for ISRO methanol tender in India
Eligible institutions receive a concessional GST rate of 5%. The bidder must account for this in bid pricing and a certificate will be issued post award confirming eligibility.
How to ensure ATC compliance for ISRO procurement
Submit the mandatory ATC compliance statement with the bid; ensure the bid aligns with the ATC technical specifications attached to the tender; non-compliance leads to rejection.
What permits are required to transport methanol in tanker to Kerala
You must obtain the NOC from the Kerala Excise Commissioner and a valid road permit for tanker transport prior to delivery; plan delivery to Walayar border accordingly.
Can ISRO adjust order quantities during the contract
Yes, quantity may be increased up to 25% during contract execution at the contracted rate, with delivery time adjusted using the specified formula and minimum 30 days extension.