Rourkela Steel Plant Cable, Arm 6.6KV AL 3C 240MM2 IS A2XFY Tender 2026

Tender Overview

The Rourkela Steel Plant (SAIL) invites bids for the supply of cables: 6.6KV, AL, 3C, 240MM2, IS: A2XFY specified, delivered on drums. Scope is for delivery within FY 2026-27, with quantities potentially adjusted by up to 25% during/after contract award. Bidders must adhere to data sheet alignment and GST considerations. The tender requires clear drum labeling (drum number, batch, date, type, length, weights) and full technical documentation. A key differentiator is the emphasis on inline embossing of manufacturer name/logo and batch/year on entire sheath at 10 m intervals. Unique delivery timing rules apply if quantities change, with minimum 30 days extension, contingent on original delivery period.

• Organization: Rourkela Steel Plant, Steel Authority of India Limited
• Product: 6.6KV AL armoured cable, 3C, 240mm2, IS: A2XFY
• Location: Odisha (Rourkela) and FY 2026-27 delivery window
• Estimated value / EMD: Not specified; bid terms emphasize price for ordered vs actual supplied quantities
• Key differentiators: IS-compliant cable with data sheet, type test report, and routine test reports; drum labeling and embossing requirements; GST compliance and invoice documentation on GeM portal.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Cable type: 6.6 kV, AL, 3 conductors, 240MM2 cross-section, IS: A2XFY standard
• Form factor: Lengths of 500 +/- 2% meters per drum; non-returnable steel/wood drums; drum information must include drum no, batch no, manufacture date, cable type, length, gross/net weight, A/T number
• Labeling/durability: Cable sheath embossed with manufacturer name/logo and batch/year at 10 m intervals
• Documentation: Submit Technical Datasheet and Type Test Report with bid; provide Manufacturer's Guarantee/Certificate during delivery; routine test reports to accompany delivery per IS
• Delivery scope: Ready to supply total quantity in FY 2026-27; tolerance ±2% on length; payment on quantity actually supplied (whichever is less)
• Quality compliance: GST invoice and GST portal payment screenshot required on GeM; data sheet must match offered product parameters; deviations may lead to bid rejection
• Special terms: Options to increase/decrease quantity up to 25%; delivery period adjustments follow the option clause calculations with minimum 30 days
• Brand/embossing requirement: Manufacturer name/logo embossed along full sheath; batch year clearly visible
• Acceptance criteria: Data sheet alignment, IS compliance, and type test alignment are mandatory for technical evaluation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may modify quantity up to 25%, including during contract currency; extended delivery time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• GST: Bidder bears applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or lowest applicable rate; GST documents must be uploaded with invoices
• Data Sheet & Tests: Submit complete Data Sheet and Type Test Report; mismatch in parameters may lead to rejection
• GST Invoice: Upload scanned GST invoice and portal GST payment screenshot on GeM
• Scope: Bid price to include all costs for supply only; no additional scope
• Delivery: Ready to deliver total quantity in FY 2026-27; tolerance ±2% on length
• Quality Certification: Provide routine test reports and guarantee certificates during delivery
• Measurement & Acceptance: Payment based on ordered quantity or actual supplied quantity, whichever is lesser
• Compliance: Ensure embossing and labeling requirements are met; non-conforming bids may be rejected