NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited Welding Electrodes Tender Tuticorin Tamil Nadu 2026 AWS E6013 E7018 2.5mm-4.0mm
Bid Publish Date
12-Aug-2026, 5:41 pm
Bid End Date
14-Sep-2026, 10:00 am
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Welding electrodes with AWS codes E6013 and E7018 in multiple sizes (2.5 mm, 3.15 mm, 4.0 mm) for NTPL stores in Tuticorin
- • 25% quantity option during contract and extended delivery timelines with minimum 30 days
- • Post-delivery acceptance at NTPL stores; conformity certificates for chemical composition and mechanical properties required
- • Payment terms: 45 days from delivery/acceptance; e-payment to supplier’s bank account
- • Mandatory documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled cheque, EFT Mandate; supplier to provide conformity certificates
- • Inspection regime aligned to ATC; primary inspection at consignee site (NTPL stores)
Tender Overview
The opportunity is issued by NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited for the supply of welding electrodes across defined AWS codes and sizes, including E6013 and E7018 variants in 2.5 mm, 3.15 mm and 4.0 mm formats. The procurement location is Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu. The scope explicitly covers only the supply of goods, with a potential quantity adjustment of up to 25% by the purchaser during contract execution. Payment terms stipulate settlement within 45 days of delivery, with e-payment to the supplier’s bank account. A supplier must adhere to the option clause and related delivery-time mechanics described in the ATC.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product names/codes: Welding electrodes as per BOQ entries: AWS E6013 or equivalents; AWS E7018 sizes 2.5 mm x 350 mm, 3.15 mm x 450 mm, and 4.0 mm x 450 mm; varieties listed under CO050050030-MS, CO050050029-MS, CO050050212, CO050050213, CO050050294.
- Standards/Certification: Manufacturer’s conformity certificate for chemical composition and mechanical properties to be supplied free of cost; ISO/IEC or BIS not specified, but conformity certificates required.
- Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at NTPL stores; pre-dispatch inspection not applicable unless ATC specifies.
- Delivery scope: Buyer invites only supply of goods; delivery terms align with option clause and extended timelines as per contract terms.
- Eligibility/Capability: Vendors must demonstrate capability to supply welding electrodes meeting listed AWS codes and provide required conformity documentation with the supply.
Terms & Eligibility
- EMD/financials: Not explicitly stated in the data; bidders must comply with standard GeM terms and ATC; ensure GSTIN, PAN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate are included as part of supplier documentation.
- Payment terms: All payments processed within 45 days from the appointed day, post-delivery and acceptance; objection handling window of 15 days from delivery.
- Delivery/quantity: Option to increase quantity up to 25% of bid quantity during contract; extended delivery period calculated by (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
- Documents required: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; conformity certificates; any OEM authorizations if applicable.
- Inspection & acceptance: Post-receipt inspection at NTPL STORES; acceptance dependent on conformity with supply terms and certificates.
Key Specifications
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AWS E6013 electrodes (2.5 mm, 3.15 mm, 4.0 mm) or equivalent
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AWS E7018 electrodes (2.5 mm x 350 mm, 3.15 x 450 mm, 4 x 450 mm)
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Conformity certificates for chemical composition and mechanical properties to be furnished free of cost
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Post-receipt inspection at NTPL stores with acceptance based on conformity
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Supply-only scope; no procurement of ancillary services
Terms & Conditions
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25% quantity increase/decrease option during contract with revised delivery timelines
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Payment within 45 days from delivery/acceptance; 15-day objection window
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Mandatory conformity certificates to accompany each supply; post-receipt inspection at NTPL stores
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
All payments to be processed within 45 days from the appointed day (delivery/acceptance) via e-payment to supplier's bank account
Delivery Schedule
Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation; extended delivery period calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated; subject to standard contract terms and GeM ATC provisions
Bidder Eligibility
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Proven supply of welding electrodes meeting AWS standards
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Ability to furnish manufacturer conformity certificates for chemical and mechanical properties
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GSTIN, PAN, and bank EFT mandate compliant bidders
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
45117
Category
CO050050030-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.2.5mm ATTES.QLTY.
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
CO050050030-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.2.5mm ATTES.QLTY. , CO050050029-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.3.15mmATTES.QLTY. , CO050050212-Welding electrode E7018 size 2.5 mmx 350 , CO050050213-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 3.15x450mm , CO050050294-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 4x450mm
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
60
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Tuticorin
Delivery Pincodes
628004
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manivannan Selvaraj | 628004,NLC TAMILNADU POWER LIMITED 2X500 MW THERMAL POWER PLANT HORBOUR ESTATE, TUTICORIN | Tuticorin | Tamil Nadu | 628004 | 4362 | 60 | - |
Authority Records
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9718280.pdf
Main Document
BOQ Document
BOQ
BOQ Document
BOQ
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Corrigendum Updates
2 Updates Update
Extended Deadline
14-Sep-2026, 4:30 am
Opening Date
15-Sep-2026, 4:30 am
Update
Extended Deadline
07-Sep-2026, 4:30 am
Opening Date
07-Sep-2026, 5:00 am
Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
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CO050050030-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.2.5mm ATTES.QLTY.
CO050050030-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.2.5mm ATTES.QLTY.
CO050050029-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.3.15mmATTES.QLTY.
CO050050029-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.3.15mmATTES.QLTY.
CO050050212-Welding electrode E7018 size 2.5 mmx 350
CO050050212-Welding electrode E7018 size 2.5 mmx 350
CO050050213-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 3.15x450mm
CO050050213-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 3.15x450mm
CO050050294-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 4x450mm
CO050050294-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 4x450mm
| Item # | Title | Description | Quantity | Unit | Consignee | Delivery (Days) | Price Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CO050050030-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.2.5mm ATTES.QLTY. | CO050050030-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.2.5mm ATTES.QLTY. | 4,362 | nos | gemc1@ntpl | 60 | |
| 2 | CO050050029-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.3.15mmATTES.QLTY. | CO050050029-MS ELECT.AWS E6013 OR EQU.3.15mmATTES.QLTY. | 12,375 | nos | gemc1@ntpl | 60 | |
| 3 | CO050050212-Welding electrode E7018 size 2.5 mmx 350 | CO050050212-Welding electrode E7018 size 2.5 mmx 350 | 2,468 | nos | gemc1@ntpl | 60 | |
| 4 | CO050050213-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 3.15x450mm | CO050050213-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 3.15x450mm | 15,622 | nos | gemc1@ntpl | 60 | |
| 5 | CO050050294-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 4x450mm | CO050050294-Welding electrode AWS Code E7018 size 4x450mm | 10,290 | nos | gemc1@ntpl | 60 |
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Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT mandate certificate (bank-certified)
Manufacturer conformity certificate for chemical composition and mechanical properties
Technical bid documents (if applicable)
OEM authorization (if bidding on behalf of manufacturer)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for welding electrodes tender in Tuticorin Tamil Nadu 2026?
Bidders should prepare PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate; provide conformity certificates for AWS E6013 and E7018 electrodes; ensure the ability to supply quantities with up to 25% variation; submit post-delivery payment terms of 45 days and acceptance criteria at NTPL stores.
What documents are required for Tamil Nadu welding electrode procurement 2026?
Submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, conformity certificates for chemical and mechanical properties, and any OEM authorizations. Include supplier details and technical bid documents if requested by ATC; ensure eligibility criteria are met for supply-only scope.
What are the size specifications for AWS welding electrodes in this tender?
Electrodes include E6013 in 2.5 mm and 3.15 mm, and E7018 in 2.5 mm x 350 mm, 3.15 x 450 mm, and 4 x 450 mm; supply must meet corresponding AWS codes or equivalent, with conformity certificates.
What are the payment terms for the NTPL welding electrode contract?
All payments are made within 45 days from delivery/acceptance; the buyer processes via e-payment to the supplier’s bank account; objection period is 15 days post-delivery for acceptance clarity.
What is the delivery variation policy for this tender in Tamil Nadu?
Contract allows up to 25% quantity variation; extended delivery period is calculated by (IncreasedQuantity / OriginalQuantity) × OriginalDeliveryPeriod with a minimum of 30 days.
What conformity certificates must accompany the welding electrode supply?
Manufacturer’s conformity certificate covering chemical composition and mechanical properties must be furnished free of cost with each supply; ensure certificates align with AWS codes E6013 and E7018.
Where will post-delivery inspection occur for the welding electrodes?
Post-receipt inspection will occur at NTPL STORES; acceptance is contingent on conformity certificates and delivery as per contract terms.
What standards or certifications are required for eligibility?
Bidders must provide conformity certificates for chemical composition and mechanical properties; product codes must match AWS E6013 and E7018 specifications; ensure GSTIN and PAN are valid and match bid documents.