Border Road Organisation Lead Acid Batteries Tender IS 14257 2019 ISI BIS 2026

Tender Overview

The Border Road Organisation (Department Of Defence) invites bids for a broad range of lead acid storage batteries for motor vehicles. The scope covers various AH ratings (04, 05, 38, 35, 46, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85, 100, 110, 130, 135, 142, 150, 180, 200 AH) and 12V configurations, all conforming to IS 14257:2019. Estimated value is not disclosed; an EMD of ₹129,600 applies. The contract includes OEM warranty obligations; samples require consignee approval prior to supply. Compliance with ISI/BIS certifications is mandatory. The buyer reserves a 50% quantity option at contract award and a further 50% during the contract period, with delivery timelines recalculated accordingly. The order expansion logic uses the formula (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days. The clause ensures flexibility for volume fluctuations while maintaining contracted rates.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Lead Acid Batteries for motor vehicles with light weight and high cranking performance (V2) per IS 14257:2019.
• Key requirements:
  • IS 14257-2019 compliant batteries across multiple AH ratings (4, 5, 38, 35, 46, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85, 100, 110, 130, 135, 142, 150, 180, 200 AH) at 12V; validation through ISI mark and BIS certification as applicable.
  • OEM warranty policy must be provided with a 30-day warranty claim settlement undertaking by the bidder.
  • Battery samples must be approved by consignee prior to supply; ISI marking and IS 14 257-2019 specification compliance required.
  • Bidders must furnish OEM authorization/undertakings and warranty terms aligned with OEM policy.
• Documentation: Ensure sequential indexed uploads; avoid extraneous documents.
• Delivery: Extended delivery time may apply if option clause exercised; minimum 30 days for extended period.
• Certifications: ISI mark, BIS certification; OEM warranty compliance.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹129,600 via permissible mode as per bid terms.
• Experience/Turnover: Specific years/turnover not stated; bidders must demonstrate OEM authorization and warranty fulfillment capability.
• Delivery: Delivery schedule tied to original and extended periods with option quantities; delivery period calculation formula provided.
• Payment: Terms not numerically specified beyond order credit and warranty commitments; ensure alignment with contract deliverables.
• Documents: OEM authorization, comprehensive OEM warranty policy, 30-day claim settlement undertaking, ISI/PBS certification, battery samples approval documentation.
• Penalties: Not explicitly stated; a formal clause on compliance and timely delivery implied through ATC and option clauses.
• Warranty/AMC: OEM warranty intact; claims settled within 30 days; ISI marked per IS 14257-2019.