Tender Overview
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), operating under the Department of Heavy Industry, seeks a TIG Welding Set capable of TIG and MMAW with 400 Amp rating, conforming to IS 9604:1994 with latest amendments and BIS Marked certification. The procurement is for two units to be installed at Amritsar, Punjab 143001, with scope including Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning. Emphasis on OEM capability, analytical calibration, and NABL-traceable meters. Pre-qualification requires prior experience supplying IGBT-based TIG sets, minimum two purchase orders/LOIs in five years, and confirmation of TIG & MMAW functionality. Unique requirement: OEM-only qualification paths for startups with DPIIT/DIPP recognition; single OEM representation preferred. The tender emphasizes on-site commissioning and post-installation support as part of the bid. The contract value and exact dates are not disclosed here, but the winning bid will demonstrate compliance with standard IS 9604:1994, and the model must meet 300 A at 100% duty cycle and 400 A at 60% duty cycle for both TIG and MMAW processes. The contract includes a runner cart for power source and water cooling unit.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Power Source Type: IGBT-based TIG welding set, capable of TIG & MMAW
- Welding Current: Minimum 300 A at 100% duty; 400 A at 60% duty for both TIG and MMAW
- Duty Cycle Standards: 100% at rated current, with 60% duty cycle specification for both processes
- Voltage & Currents: Working voltage range, rated input voltage, and current presets with digital indicators
- Cooling & Cabling: Water cooling unit with a runner cart; torch length specified in mm
- Standards & Certification: IS 9604/1994 with latest amendments; BIS Marked; calibration by NABL-recognized lab
- Additional Features: Hot Start, under/over-voltage indicators, and voltage/ampere calibration
- Warranty: Warranty period to be declared; NABL calibration referenced
- Delivery Scope: 2 units, inclusive of installation, testing, commissioning; OEM-specific terms apply
- Accessories: Any essential accessories included in scope are to be clearly listed
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD & Bid Conditions: Pre-qualification requires documented track record for 400 A TIG sets in past five years (2 PO/LOI + invoices/commissioning proofs)
- Experience & OEM Authority: OEM-only or OEM-authorized bids; single-manufacturer representation preferred; dealer authorization required if applicable
- Delivery & Installation: Supply, installation, testing, and commissioning for 2 TIG welding sets; on-site calibration and NABL-compliant meters
- Payment & Taxes: Rates must be inclusive of all taxes; GeM bid format to be submitted via Excel upload; unit rates on BH-EL IVP GOINDWAL basis
- Qualifier Exemption: Startups with DPIIT/DIPP recognition may be exempted from some PQC criteria
- Documentation: Submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD payment proof, OEM authorization, and technical compliance certificates
- Penalties & Warranties: Warranty terms to be provided; penalties/LDs per contract clauses; ensure compliance with IS 9604:1994 standards