National Fertilizers Limited Rubber Hose Procurement 2026 NFL Delhi NCR - Chicago Pneumatic OEM Certification & 25% Quantity Option

Tender Overview

National Fertilizers Limited (NFL), under the Department of Fertilizers, seeks the supply of rubber hoses across a six-item BOQ (Items 1-6) with proprietary designation indicating Chicago Pneumatic as the original manufacturer or its authorized distributor. The bid emphasizes interchangeability certification and proper packing to prevent transit damage. The inline terms indicate an OEM-only participation constraint for Chicago Pneumatic or its authorized partners, with a scope limited to the supply of goods (no installation). The tender outlines an option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates, and a delivery timeframe anchored to the original delivery order, with a minimum additional time of 30 days. The absence of explicit start/end dates and the lack of specified estimated value or EMD require bidders to rely on the ATC and corrigendum for compliance. This tender is positioned as a procurement of rubber hoses for NFL’s fertilizer-related operations, with a focus on OEM authenticity and safe transit packing. The unique differentiator lies in the proprietary OEM constraint and the option-based quantity flex. The procurement context suggests a centralized purchase approach under the NFL umbrella in India, targeting qualified suppliers of Chicago Pneumatic hoses.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Rubber hoses for industrial/fertilizer operations (six items in BOQ)
• OEM constraint: Only M/s Chicago Pneumatic or their authorized distributor can participate
• Certifications: Interchangeability certificate to accompany supplied material
• Packing: Adequate transit protection to avoid damage
• Delivery terms: Option to increase quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates; delivery period governed by last date of original order; minimum additional time 30 days
• Documentation: Upload all certificates/documents as required in Bid document/ATC/Corrigendum
• BOQ status: 6 items listed; specific quantities not disclosed
• Special clause: Proprietary nature of items, OEM ownership
• Delivery location: Not specified in tender data; refer ATC for specifics
• Acceptance criteria: Interchangeability certificate and OEM authorization validation

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• OEM participation restricted to Chicago Pneumatic or authorized distributors
• EMD: Not explicitly stated in provided data; bidders must consult ATC/corrigendum for exact amounts
• Delivery time: Linked to original delivery order date; extended time formula with a 30-day minimum
• Payment terms: Not detailed in the provided excerpt; check ATC for milestones and schedule
• Documents to submit: Certificates and documents sought in Bid document/ATC/Corrigendum; non-submission risks rejection
• Quantity variation: Up to 25% higher than bid quantity during contract; additional time covered in clause
• Packing/Transit: Material must be well-packed to prevent transit damage
• Interchangeability: Required certificate to prove compatibility with specified hoses
• BoQ clarity: Items listed but exact quantities not disclosed; bidder should verify in BOQ and ATC