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NTPC Limited invites bids for the procurement of Special Purpose SS Welding Electrodes in the Nalanda, Bihar 801301 region. The exact quantity and estimated contract value are not disclosed, but the scope centers on supplying high-end welding electrodes tailored for stainless steel applications. A distinctive feature is the buyer’s right to modify order quantity by up to 25% during placement and the currency, with corresponding rate protections. Bidders should plan for fluctuating volumes and ensure readiness to adapt delivery timelines based on the option clause. The tender also emphasizes compliance with the offered terms and the ability to execute within the stated delivery framework. Unique to this bid is the absence of BOQ items, signaling a streamlined but flexible procurement approach aligned to NTPC’s operational needs.
Product: Special Purpose SS Welding Electrodes
Quantity/Value: Not disclosed; delivery subject to 25% quantity variation
Standards/Compliance: Not specified in tender data
Delivery: Based on last date of original delivery order; extended time formula provided
Warranty/Support: Not specified
Key Term 1: Quantity may vary by up to 25% during contract placement and currency
Key Term 2: Delivery period adjustments follow formula with minimum 30 days
Key Term 3: No BOQ items; procurement relies on flexible specification and delivery
Delivery begins from the last date of the original delivery order; extended period = (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
Purchaser may modify quantity by up to 25% during contract placement and throughout the currency at contracted rates
Not specified in the tender; bidders should align with NTPC standard procurement payment practices
Registered with GST and valid PAN
Experience in supplying welding electrodes, preferably stainless SS materials
Financial capacity to handle variable quantities and delivery timelines
Quantity
100
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Special Purpose SS Welding Electrodes
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Patna
Delivery Pincodes
803213
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajay Alok Chaudhary | 803213,NTPC Barh Super Thermal Power Project, PO- NTPC Campus Barh, Distt- Patna,State-Bihar | Patna | Bihar | 803213 | 100 | 15 | - |
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Main Document
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar electrode supply
Financial statements or turnover details as per NTPC norms
EMD/Security deposit submission proof
Technical bid documents demonstrating electrode compatibility
OEM authorizations or approvals (if applicable)
Key insights about BIHAR tender market
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD proof, and technical bid documents. Ensure OEM authorizations if required and demonstrate capability to supply Special Purpose SS Welding Electrodes. Compliance with the 25% quantity variation clause and delivery-time formula is essential for bid acceptance.
Required documents include GST registration, PAN card, experience certificates for similar electrode supplies, financial statements, EMD submission proof, technical compliance documents, and OEM authorization if applicable. Ensure these are current and accurately reflect your organization’s capabilities.
Delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order. If quantities increase, the extended delivery time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days. Bidders must accommodate this timing framework.
Yes. The purchaser reserves the right to increase or decrease the order quantity by up to 25% of the bid quantity during contract placement and within the currency of the contract at contracted rates.
The tender data does not specify particular standards. Bidders should align with typical industry practices and be prepared to demonstrate electrode compatibility with stainless steel welding as part of the technical bid, along with any OEM approvals if required.
The tender data does not disclose an estimated contract value or EMD amount. Bidders should monitor NTPC procurement guidelines and prepare standard EMD documentation and financial readiness as per NTPC policy.
Prepare pricing and lead-time plans for a potential 25% increase/decrease. Ensure your production capacity, inventory buffers, and delivery logistics can scale quickly while maintaining contracted rates, and include this scenario in your bid commercial terms.
The procurement location is Nalanda, Bihar 801301. Bidders should plan logistics, local compliance, and potential installation or handling needs at this site as part of the bid.