Tender Overview
The Border Roads Organisation invites bids for a comprehensive equipment package comprising Sieve G.I. Frame assemblies (45 cm diameter) in multiple thicknesses, Brass Frame sieves, laboratory balances, thermometers, hot plates, stop watches, water testing kits, and related laboratory accessories. The procurement covers 63 distinct items including 45 cm GI frames with thicknesses ranging from 0.075 mm to 75 mm, 20 cm Brass frames with micron grades, electronic balances (5 kg, 20 kg, 600 g), multiple thermometers (glass and digital), and assorted testing apparatus (sand replacement densities, camber templates, steel tapes, and more). Estimated value is not disclosed; EMD is ₹132,000. Scope appears to be for BRo testing and quality assurance equipment for field/office laboratories, aligned with standard testing procedures and field density requirements. Unique aspects include a wide range of sieve configurations and precision measurement tools enabling standard lab and field tests. The tender includes an option clause on quantity adjustments up to 50% during or after award at contracted rates. Delivery timelines will adapt to extended quantities commencing from the last delivery order date.
Key differentiators include the breadth of sieve sizes and precision instruments coupled with ATC clauses for supplier adherence to delivery flexibility.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Equipment in scope includes:- Sieve G.I. Frame 45 cm dia with varied depths: 75 mm, 50 mm, 37.5 mm, 31.5 mm, 25 mm, 19 mm, 16 mm, 9.5 mm, 0.85 mm, 0.60 mm, 0.425 mm, 0.300 mm, 0.150 mm, 0.075 mm.
- Sieve Brass Frame 20 cm dia with micron grades: 850, 600, 425, 300, 150, 75, 2.36 mm.
- Pan and Cover for 20 cm sieves; Electronic Balances (5 kg x 0.5 g; 20 kg x 2 g; 600 g x 0.01 g).
- Thermometers (Glass 0–150°C; Digital -50 to 280°C), Hot Plate 200 mm dia with energy regulator, Mechanical stopwatch, Water Testing Kit, and field testing equipment (Sand replacement density tester, standard sand, camber templates, steel tapes, level tubes, etc.).
 
- Quantity per item: as per QCC scope with Nos specifications (mostly 2 per sieve size, with select balances and other items in varying counts).
- EMD: ₹132,000; no explicit overall estimated value disclosed.
- Deliverables include compliance with standard measurement accuracy and calibration practices; testing equipment like Vicat needles and CM tools implied by listed items.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery/option clause: quantity increase/decrease up to 50% at contracted rates; extended delivery periods calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
- Compliance: bidders must adhere to additional atc clauses, including schedule alignment with original and extended delivery orders.
- Documentation: suppliers must provide OEM authorizations, technical bid documents, and required certifications as per T&C.
- Payment terms: not explicitly stated; procurement references standard government terms and delivery-based payments.
- Quality: items include laboratory-grade sieves, precision balances, and calibration tools intended for field/office testing; ensure BIS/ISI or ISO alignment where applicable.
