Summary:
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This document is a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) for a strategic infrastructure project. Key business highlights include:
– **Project Owner & Client:** 4 Engineer Regiment of the Indian Army is the buyer, acting on behalf of the President of India. The end-user will be military units under HQ CIF(U).
– **Objective:** To engage a qualified contractor for the complete supply and construction of two hybrid (solar + wind) power plants, each of 150 kW capacity. These are likely intended to provide reliable, off-grid power to remote military installations in high-altitude areas (350 km radius from Leh).
– **Bidding Process:** Online bids are invited. The contract will be awarded to the **L1 (Lowest) firm** after successful negotiations.
– **Contract Value & Commitment:** The RFP is issued with “no financial commitment” from the buyer. The buyer reserves significant rights to cancel, change, or withdraw the RFP or any subsequent supply order at any stage before delivery.
– **Delivery Location (FOR):** The term “FOR” (Free on Rail) is used, but the delivery points are described by distance from Leh city. The bidder is responsible for delivering the stores and completing construction at sites within a **350 km radius of Leh**. This implies logistics in a challenging, high-altitude terrain.
– **Payment Terms:** Not specified in this summary document, but the pricing will be negotiated with the L1 bidder.
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#### Project Scope Summary
The selected bidder will be responsible for a comprehensive scope of work, divided into two distinct phases:
1. **Supply of Stores (30 Days):**
– Manufacturing and supplying all major components for two hybrid power plants.
– This includes all foundation and structural members required for installation.
– **Pre-dispatch Testing:** All major items must be tested in the presence of buyer representatives before they are dispatched from the supplier’s premises.
2. **Construction & Commissioning (60 Days):**
– Transporting all materials to the specified sites within a 350 km radius of Leh.
– Completing all civil works, including foundations.
– Erecting and installing the solar PV arrays and wind turbines.
– Completing the full construction and commissioning of both assets within 60 days of receiving the supply order.
#### Key Administrative & Submission Details
– **Submission:** Bids are to be submitted online. Contact details for queries are provided.
– **Queries:** All clarifications should be sought from the Commanding Officer, 4 Engineer Regiment, via email or phone.
– **Contract Award:** The purchase order will be placed after negotiations with the L1 (lowest priced) bidder.
– **Buyer’s Rights:** The buyer has the right to cancel or withdraw the tender or supply order without any financial liability. This is a standard clause in government contracts to protect sovereign interests.
– **Schedule:** The project has a tight timeline: 30 days for supply readiness and a further 60 days for on-site completion, totaling 90 days from the issue of the supply order.
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