ISRO Department of Space Stationary VRLA Batteries Tender Thiruvananthapuram Kerala IS 15549 (Q3) 2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Department of Space, seeks the supply of Stationary Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (V3) conforming to IS 15549 (Q3) for deployment at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695001. The procurement scope is a supply-only contract, with an unspecified estimated value and no BOQ items listed. Key differentiators include IS 15549 (Q3) conformity and OEM authorization requirements. The bid must include OEM authorization and GST at 5%. The arrangement anticipates post-award warranty and national service coverage. Unique aspects include the explicit OEM warranty certification and a requirement for a well-established India-based after-sales service network to support installation, commissioning, and maintenance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Stationary VRLA batteries (V3) conforming to IS 15549 (Q3)
• Battery type: Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA)
• Nominal voltage and capacity: values repeated across categories; specific numbers not provided in the data
• Capacity details: Battery Capacity at 10-hour rate (C10) in Ah (exact figures not disclosed)
• Compliance: IS 15549 (Q3) standard requirement; supplier must demonstrate compliance through datasheets
• Documentation: OEM Authorization certificate mandatory with bid; GST at 5% to be included in bid price
• Warranty: OEM warranty to be provided; post-installation service and maintenance network to be disclosed
• Delivery scope: scope is limited to supply of goods; no installation or commissioning indicated in the scope

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Deposit: Not specified in the data; bidders should verify at bid submission
• GST: Bid price inclusive of 5% GST is required
• OEM Authorization: Mandatory submission with bid; without it, bid is not considered
• Warranty: Warranty period as per specifications from final acceptance or post-installation/comissioning; OEM warranty certificates to be provided at delivery
• After-sales service: Must have installation, commissioning, training, troubleshooting and maintenance service centers across India; provide center locations near consignee destinations
• Delivery terms: Not explicitly stated beyond supply scope; option clause allows quantity fluctuation up to 25% with extended delivery timing rules
• Payment terms: Not explicitly specified; typical arrangements may apply per Government procurement norms; verify during bid submission
• Acceptance: Goods must be delivered to consignee location with proper testing; final acceptance triggers warranty start
• Bid conditions: Only supply of goods; ATC clauses require compliance with OEM and GST requirements and warranty provisions