Salem District Panchayats Inverter & Lead-Acid Battery Tender Salem Tamil Nadu 2026 IS 1651 & OEM Warranty

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Salem District Panchayats under the Department Of Panchayati Raj for an Inverter system and Lead-Acid Batteries conforming to IS 1651 (Q3), with ancillary trolley/rack provisions. Scope includes supply, installation, testing and commissioning (SITC) of the goods, with a built-in option to adjust quantities by up to 25% during and after contract award. The bid requires a robust financial profile and long-term maintenance support, aligning with district-level electrification and resilience projects in Tamil Nadu. The arrangement emphasizes OEM warranty, warranty-driven service, and a delivery plan compatible with extended schedules when options are exercised.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: INVERTER: specify Output Rating (KVA), and Input Operating Voltage (wide range preferred), plus Output Voltage in inverter mode.
• Category: BATTERY: provision of battery with each inverter for backup; minimum Battery Capacity (Ah); write 0 if no battery provided.
• Category: ACCESSORIES/TROLLEY/RACK: provision of suitable trolley or rack for batteries.
• Category: GENERIC: Type of Cell, Material of Container, and Type of Cell/Capacity (Ah) at 10 h rate.
• Additional emphasis on meeting IS 1651 (Q3) compliance and integration with the inverter system for reliable operation.
• Scope of supply includes SITC with performance expectations, and a strong emphasis on after-sales support and 8-year OM/maintenance coverage as per ATC.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not specified in the provided data; bidders should verify in the tender documents.
• Turnover criteria: minimum average annual turnover in the last three financial years (ending 31st March) as indicated in the bid document; if constituted less than 3 years, turnover is considered for completed years post-constitution.
• Payment terms: 100% payment after supply and installation on submission of GST-compliant invoice; no advance payment; deduction for buyback value of old items.
• Warranty/Service: OEM warranty; supplier must rectify warranty issues within 24 hours; post-warranty operation/maintenance support for up to 8 years.
• Documentation: submission of audited financial statements for FY 2021-22 through 2025-26, along with IT returns; valid PAN; GST registration reflected in financials.
• Delivery & Scope: SITC including testing and commissioning; option clause allows order quantity adjustments up to 25%; delivery timelines adjust accordingly with minimum 30 days.