Tender Overview
Nuclear Power Corporation Of India Limited invites bids for Schneider Electric Harmony XB4 key switch assemblies and related control units in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. Scope: supply-only of 9 items across Harmony XB4 family components including metal key switches (XB4BG21, XB4BG61, XB4BG41), key releases (ZB4BS964), standard handles (XB4BD53, XB4BD33, XB4BD25), and contact blocks (ZBE101, ZBE102). Estimated value not disclosed, EMD ₹646. The vendor must adhere to applicable GST and ensure invoicing to consignee GSTIN. The contract allows quantity variation up to ±25% with rate protection and a delivery clock tied to the original order plus option extensions, per the buyer’s terms. This procurement is positioned to secure reliable, OEM-aligned components for nuclear-grade electrical control and signaling applications, emphasizing Schneider Electric official parts and OEM compatibility. Unique factors include the CLND Act compliance note and supplier liability conditions, plus limitations on assignment/sub-contracting.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Schneider Electric Harmony XB4 control and signaling units (metal enclosures), key switches, key releases, standard handles, contact blocks.
- Specific models referenced: XB4BG21, XB4BG61, XB4BG41, ZB4BS964, XB4BD53, XB4BD33, XB4BD25, ZBE101, ZBE102.
- Brand/OEM requirement: Schneider Electric make only; ISO/IEC and nuclear-liability context referenced (CLND Act 2010/2011).
- Delivery/Scope: Supply of goods only; delivery terms extended by option clause with pro-rated time increases; freight terms not specified.
- EMD/Value: EMD ₹646; estimated value not disclosed; GST to be indemnified as per actuals or applicable rates.
- Liability & compliance: Civil liability provisions apply; invoicing to consignee GSTIN; no sub-contracting without consent.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD and pricing: EMD ₹646; bid price inclusive of all costs; GST handled by bidder with statutory rates.
- Delivery timelines: Delivery period extends per option clause; minimum extension rules apply; times linked to original delivery period with a minimum 30 days.
- Liability & liability cap: CLND Act liability relevant; seller liability capped to value of goods or buyer’s liability, whichever is lesser; liability duration aligned to product liability period or initial license duration.
- Contract terms: No assignment/sub-contract without prior written consent; joint liability with assignee/sub-contractor; termination rights for non-compliance or delivery failure.
- GST & invoicing: Invoices to be raised in consignee name with consignee GSTIN; GST reimbursements per actuals or applicable rates.
- Scope: Scope of supply is strictly goods; no service components included; price variation is governed by option clause.