Visvesvaraya Iron And Steel Plant hard facing welding electrodes tender Shimoga Karnataka 2026

Tender Overview

The Visvesvaraya Iron And Steel Plant (SAIL) in Shimoga, Karnataka invites bids for hard facing welding electrodes and buffer layer welding electrodes. The procurement scope covers supply of goods with delivery expected within 60 days from order and price to be determined via reverse auction on the GEM platform. An EMD of ₹5,000 applies per item, with GST compliance via online portal. The contract emphasizes item-wise L-1 bidding and requires test certificates for both electrode types at supply. Delivery terms specify F.O.R VISP, Stores, Bhadravati on door delivery basis including freight, insurance, and applicable taxes. Inspections occur at VISP post-receipt, and tender terms mandate a signed technical specification as acceptance. The option to adjust quantity by up to 25% during or after contract award is noted, with delivery-time computation based on original or extended periods. Reverse auction is the price discovery method, and GST ITC handling relies on supplier disclosures in GST filings. Unique tender features include mandatory GST invoice uploads during GeM invoicing and compliance with item-wise acceptance tests.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: hard facing welding electrodes and buffer layer welding electrodes
• Delivery schedule: 60 days from order date
• EMD: ₹5,000 per item (or bid securing declaration as allowed)
• Certification: test certificates for both electrode types to be submitted at the time of supply
• Delivery location: VISP, Bhadravati; price to include P&F, freight, insurance and taxes
• Inspection: at VISP after receipt; technical specification signed and sealed by bidder as acceptance
• Auction: price discovery through Reverse Auction on GEM
• Tax: GST input credit governed by supplier GST disclosures in Form GSTR-1/2A/2B
• Quantity: option to increase up to 25% of bid/contract quantity; minimum 30 days for increased delivery time if extended
• Documentation: GST invoice copy and GST portal confirmation of GST payment required on GeM portal
• Special clause: orders placed on technologically acceptable item-wise L-1 bidder basis

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹5,000 per item (or submit bid securing declaration)
• Delivery: 60 days from the date of order; FOB/door delivery basis as specified
• Test Certificates: required for both electrode types at supply
• Invoicing: GST invoice and GST portal screenshot of GST payment required during GeM submission
• Inspection: at VISP after receipt of consignments
• Technical Acceptance: signed and sealed copy of technical specifications required
• Price discovery: via Reverse Auction on GEM; items selected on L-1 basis
• Tax: proper GST disclosures needed for ITC; supplier must ensure outward supplies are populated in GSTR-1/2A/2B
• Documentation: bidder to submit required technical and commercial documents per terms
• Warranty/AMC: not specified; ensure compliance with provided tests and delivery terms