Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited Supply of 11/11 KV (UE) Grade 3Cx120 sqmm Aluminum XLPE Stranded Conductor 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL), Lucknow. Product: Supply of 11/11 KV (UE) Grade Aluminum XLPE Stranded Conductor, 3Cx120 sqmm. Location: Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, 208001. Estimated value and EMD: not disclosed in available data. The contract allows option-based quantity adjustments up to 25% both at initial award and during currency, with delivery extensions calculated from the original delivery period and subject to a minimum of 30 days. The tender emphasizes adherence to option clause timing and contracted rates. This procurement sits within the Uttar Pradesh Energy Department’s grid infrastructure improvement program and targets reliable high-voltage conductors. The absence of BOQ items and explicit specifications requires bidders to prepare robust compliance documents and delivery plans aligned with the option clause. A distinctive feature is the controlled quantity flexibility at and beyond award, impacting lead times and inventory planning.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: High-voltage overhead conductor suitable for 11/11 KV systems.
• Diameter/Cross-section: 3Cx120 sqmm aluminum XLPE stranded compacted conductor.
• Material/Insulation: Aluminum conductor with XLPE insulation, stranded and compacted for tight bundling.
• Standards/Certifications: Not specified in tender text; bidders should assume standard utility conductor compliance and OEM-grade manufacturing practices.
• Delivery location: Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh; delivery terms align with the option clause and delivery period.
• EOI/ATC: ATC terms uploaded by buyer; verify availability and applicability to bid submission.
• Quantity/Value: No BOQ; quantity flexibility of ±25% applies; plan for contingencies and stock planning.
• Experience/Capabilities: Electric utility-grade conductor supply capabilities implied by project scope; confirm with bidder qualifications.
• Tender risk factors: Unspecified EMD/estimated value; address via pre-bid clarifications and risk-adjusted pricing.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser can increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
• Delivery extension: Additional time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days; may extend up to original delivery period when exercising option.
• Delivery start: From last date of original delivery order; extensions start from last date of extended period.
• Compliance: Bidders must adhere to option clause terms; ensure capability for scalable supply.
• Documentation: ATC document filed by buyer; verify required submission details in tender attachments.
• Risk/penalties: Not specified; plan for internal risk assessment and ensure flexible manufacturing/stock.