Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited Activated Carbon Vessel Fabrication Tender Thane Maharashtra 8 Bar Hydro Test 2025

Tender Overview

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited invites bids for the fabrication, supply and installation of an activated carbon vessel for the PSA system of the MPF No 3529, located in Thane, Maharashtra. The contract covers dismantling the existing vessel, fabricating a like-for-like replacement, and installing with identical flange end connections and weldments. A pre-bid site visit is mandatory within 10 days of bid publication, and the project must be completed within 45 working days from start. The scope strictly forbids dimensional alterations, requires two coats of enamel anti-rust coating, and mandates a verified hydro test at 8 bar with a government-authorized certificate. A one-year warranty on replaced spares is expected, and no consumables will be provided by the MPF, with bidders supplying all tools and consumables.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Project involves fabrication, supply and installation of an activated carbon vessel for the PSA system of MPF No 3529.
• Must record exact dimensions, flange sizes, and orientations from the existing vessel and prepare a schematic drawing prior to fabrication.
• Hydro testing at 8 bar with certificate from an agency authorized by State/Central Government bodies.
• Apply pre-coat anti-rust paint and two coats of enamel before installation; ensure no air leaks on welded, threaded, or flange connections.
• Dismantle old vessel, install new vessel at MPF, and arrange own transport for reconditioning work outside MPF if required.
• All consumables and hardware must be supplied by the firm; ensure standard makes for replaced parts and provide 1-year warranty on replacements.
• Firm must visit MPF before finalizing the bid; non-attendance may lead to rejection.
• Final acceptance hinges on no compressed air leaks for one week during PSA operation and on compliance with MPF Safety SOP.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Work completion timeline: 45 working days from project start; site visit within 10 days of bid float; pre-bid inspection mandatory.
• Hydro test: 8 bar; certificate from authorized agency with government backing; anti-leak verification at all welds, joints, and flanges.
• Warranty: 1 year on replaced spares; standard warranty coverage for installation and materials as per scope.
• Consumables: bidder-provided; MPF does not supply tools or accessories.
• Safety: adherence to MPF Safety SOP; all operations must follow site safety guidelines.
• No dimensional changes to flange connections or welded joints are allowed; strict conformity to existing vessel parameters.
• Pre-quote attendance required; unsolicited quotes may be rejected.