BSNL DOT Tender for Dismantling and Cable Laying in Ahmedabad Gujarat 3.5 Core XLPE Armoured Cable 50 sqmm

Tender Overview

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Portal (BSNL) – Department of Telecommunications invites bids for a comprehensive field operation in Ahmedabad, Gujarat comprising dismantling of existing 3.5 core Al armoured cable and disconnections, followed by supply, laying of 3.5 core 50 sqmm XLPE armoured cables with copper conductors, end terminations, and installation of essential protective gear including 500 Amps ceramic cut-out fuses with base, 50 mm copper lead wire, 125 Amp TPN SFU switch with enclosure, 100 Amp four pole RCCB, suitable enclosure boxes, and 8 SWG GI wire. The estimated project value is ₹233,900 with a structured Bill of Quantities across 10 items. Location-specific procurement aims to deliver compliant power routing and safety-compliant terminations in the urban telecom setup.

• Key differentiator: Full assembly, testing, and commissioning of protective devices and wiring as a single package in Ahmedabad.
• Unique aspect: Includes both dismantling of existing cables and new installation with specified hardware, ensuring turnkey execution for the DOT network.
• Target bidder profile: Vendors experienced in low/medium voltage cabling, terminations, and protective gear installation within government telecoms projects.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Scope includes dismantling of existing 3.5 core Al armoured cable, disconnection of terminations, supply and laying of 3.5 core 50 sqmm XLPE armoured cables with copper conductor, and end terminations.
• Equipment to be supplied and installed: 500 Amps ceramic cut-out fuse with base, 50 mm copper lead wire, 125 Amp TPN SFU switch with enclosure, 100 Amp four pole RCCB, and enclosure boxes.
• Wiring accessories: 8 SWG diameter GI wire for grounding/earthing and routing.
• No explicit technical specs listed for performance, rating, or standards in the provided data; bidders should align with standard industry practice for telecom field installations and safety compliance.
• BOQ indicates 10 items, but no itemized quantities are disclosed in the data.
• Delivery/installation window will follow the option clause and delivery terms within the contract; additional quantities may be added up to 25% during contract execution.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not specified in the provided data; bidders should confirm requisite security deposit per vendor terms.
• Quantity flexibility: Purchase may increase up to 25% of bid/contracted quantity; extended delivery time calculated as (additional quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
• Delivery commencement: From the last date of original delivery order; time extensions follow the option clause.
• Compliance: Bidders must adhere to the option clause and deliver as per the contracted rates.
• Documentation and ATC filed by the buyer indicate adherence to procurement policies; bidders should review the uploaded ATC for any project-specific conditions.
• Warranty/AMC terms are not specified in the provided data; bidders should seek clarification during bid submission.