Kerala Postal Circle Department Of Posts Lead Acid Batteries IS 13369 Q3 Monobloc V2 Tender 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Kerala Postal Circle, Department Of Posts. Product: Stationary Lead Acid Batteries (with Tubular Positive Plates) in a Monobloc Container (V2), conforming to IS 13369 (Q3). Location: Kerala, India. Estimated value and exact quantity are not disclosed; bidders should prepare for generic government procurement scale. Unique aspects include an option to increase the order quantity by up to 25%, with delivery adjustments calculated as per the formula in the terms. The tender emphasizes OEM installation/commissioning by an OEM-certified resource and a requirement to demonstrate non-obsolescence with at least a 7-year residual market life. This opportunity is specifically framed for government procurement channels and includes compliance with GST norms and an End User Certificate workflow.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Lead acid batteries with tubular positive plates
• Nominal Voltage: Not explicitly stated in the data; bidders should verify standard IS 13369 Q3 conformance
• Battery Capacity at 10-h Rate: Not disclosed; bidders to confirm AH rating per required model
• Container Material: Not specified; ensure monobloc container compatibility with IS 13369 Q3
• Standards: IS 13369 (Q3) compliance mandatory
• Installation/Commissioning: To be carried out by OEM / OEM Certified resource or OEM authorised reseller; training if applicable
• Security/Compliance: Malicious Code Certificate required; End User Certificate process per buyer format; regular govt procurement compliance
• Experience: 3+ years of regularly manufacturing/supplying similar category products to Central/State Govt/PSU; contract copies to be submitted

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25% during contract and extended delivery periods; calculated delivery time applies with a minimum of 30 days.
• Financial Standing: Bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; an undertaking must be uploaded.
• Obsolescence Clause: Offer must be non-obsolete with at least 7 years residual market life; OEM must not have end-of-life declared.
• GST: Bidder responsible for applicable GST; reimbursement aligned to actuals or applicable rates, subject to a cap on quoted GST.
• End User Certificate: Provided in buyer’s standard format if insisted by bidder.
• Experience Evidence: 3 years govt supply history; primary product in multi-item bids must meet the criterion.
• Installation/Testing: Performed by OEM-certified personnel; appropriate training if included.
• Malicious Code Certification: Required to certify no embedded malicious code in hardware/software.
• Documents: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD/Security, technical/compliance documents, OEM authorizations.