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Request for Proposal (RFP)

For Procurement of

CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine

Space Applications Centre (SAC)

Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

Ahmedabad- 380015

India

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This document contains proprietary information of SAC/ISRO, Ahmedabad. Unauthorized

copy or reproduction of this document in whole or in part without the prior written

consent of SAC/ISRO is strictly forbidden.

SAC/ISRO reserves the right to alter this information at any time without notice.

Abbreviations/Definitions:

RFP - Request for Proposal

SAC - Space Applications Centre

ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization

Purchaser - Space Applications Centre

Bidder - The firm which is participating in bid

Vendor - The firm on whom order is placed

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Content

1 General background 4

2 Scope of supply 4

3 Overall Unit Requirement 4

4 Technical Specifications 5

4.1 Type of Machine 5

4.2 Technical Features 5

4.3 Traverse 5

4.4 Working Area 5

4.5 Accuracies 5

4.6 Generator 5

4.7 Wire Threading System 6

4.8 Delectric Controlling Unit 6

4.9 CNC System and Programming 6

4.10

4.11

Machine Guarding

Safety

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4.12 Electrical Compability 6

4.13 Working Environment 6

4.14 Language 6

4.15

4.16

Essential Accessories/Spares

Optional Requirements

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5 Machine Acceptance Test 7-9

6 List of Deliverables 10

7 General Instructions 10

8 Terms and Conditions 10-12

9 Bidder Qualification Criteria 12

10 Warranty 13

11 Technical and Commercial Bid 13-14

11.1 Instruction for Technical Bid (Part-I) 13

11.2 Instruction for Commercial Bid (Part-II) 14

12 Annexure-1 Format for Compliance Statement 15-24

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1.0 General Background

Space Applications Centre (SAC/ISRO) is currently engaged in the development of various

projects for communication, navigation and remote sensing applications. For

development of these projects, various components are required to undergo machining

with Wire-Cut EDM machine.

SAC intends to procure CNC Wire-Cut EDM submersed type machine to use for complex

profile and thin wall cutting on various aerospace materials like Aluminium Alloys, Invar,

Kovar, Stainless Steels and Titanium Alloys etc. It should also to cut Graphite, HSS and

Carbide materials.

2.0 Scope of Supply

Bidder shall submit the proposal for the supply of a Brand New and Non-refurbished

suitable CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine to SAC to meet the requirements

/ specifications given in this document. The proposal should include all components

mentioned in the list of deliverables. (Refer Para 6.0)

The successful bidder has to supply all components of the CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed

Type Machine mentioned in this RFP, install and commission the machine at SAC,

demonstrate the performance and accuracy as per Acceptance Test Plan, provide

training, with warranty as per the P.O. terms and conditions.

Bidder has also to supply necessary operating manual, training manual (if any),

maintenance manual etc. as mentioned in this RFP document.

Bidder should fill up details against each of the requirements of the compliance statement

(Annexure-I) sent along with this tender document.

Bids should be sent against this RFP in two parts. Part-I should consist of “Technical +

unpriced commercial bid” and Part-II should consist of “Commercial bid. (Refer Para 11.0)

3.0 Overall Unit Requirement

The unit should comprise the following components:

Description Quantity

CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine with Essential

Accessories and Spares as per Para 4.15

& [Confirming to Notes (#)]

01 Unit

Optional Items as per Para 4.16 01 Set

Notes (#)

Technical Specifications ; General Instructions ; Terms and Conditions ; Machine

Acceptance Test ; Bidder Qualification Criteria ; Warranty ; as mentioned in RFP

Format of Compliance Statement to be submitted with quotation is as per

Annexure – I

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4.0 Technical Specifications

4.1 Type of Machine: CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine intended to use for

complex profile and thin wall cutting on various aerospace materials like Aluminium Alloys, Invar, Kovar, Stainless Steels and Titanium Alloys etc. It should also cut Graphite, HSS and Carbide materials.

4.2 Technical Feature

4.2.1 Base and column should be made of CI / Polymer Concrete. 4.2.2 Linear motion in all axes should be with ball screws. 4.2.3 Direct feedback system with linear glass scale for all the axes. 4.2.4 Centralize automatic lubrication system should be there for in all the axes.

4.3 Traverse

4.4 Working Area

4.4.1 Load Carrying Capacity of machine should not be less than 500 Kg. 4.4.2 There should be universal clamping frame for holding the components. 4.4.3 There should be provision of automatic drop down (rise and fall) machining

tank/front door. 4.4.4 There should be sufficient illumination at work area.

4.5 Accuracies 4.5.1 Positional Uncertainty in X, Y, U and V axes: 0.005mm or better as per VDI DGQ

3441. Note: As per VDI DGQ 3441 standard, 0.005 mm is total spread and it should not be treated as +/- 0.005 mm.

4.5.2 Squareness of movement, X-axis to Y-axis, X-axis to Z axis and Y-axis to Z-axis should be 0.007 mm or better for 300 mm traverse.

4.5.3 Lateral straightness of movement of X, Y and Z-axis should be 0.007 mm or better for 300 mm traverse.

4.6 Generator

4.6.1 The generator should have the capacity to cut materials like Aluminium Alloys, Invar, Kovar, Stainless Steels, Titanium Alloys, Graphite, HSS and Carbide efficiently with wire dia. from 0.07 mm to wire dia. 0.30 mm.

4.6.2 It should have anti-electrolysis feature which minimize recast layer on the component.

4.6.3 Maximum cutting speed should not be less than 200 mm2/min with dia. 0.25 mm Brass Wire for Mild Steel work material of 60 mm height.

4.6.4 Finishing (Ra) on component should be achievable up to 0.2 micron or better with Brass Wire for Mild Steel work material.

4.3.1 Traverse in X axis 500 mm or more

4.3.2 Traverse in Y axis 400 mm or more

4.3.3 Traverse in Z axis 300 mm or more

4.3.4 Traverse in U axis +/- 60 (120 mm) mm or more

4.3.5 Traverse in V axis +/- 60 (120 mm) mm or more

4.3.6 Taper angle ±300 or more for 60 mm height

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4.6.5 There should be provision to control the influence of wire wear and flushing pressure.

4.6.6 There should be provision of dynamic corner control. 4.7 Wire Threading System

4.7.1 There should be closed diamond type wire guide without clearance. 4.7.2 There should be automatic and programmable wire threading system. 4.7.3 Maximum threadable height should not be less than 100 mm. 4.7.4 Minimum wire diameter 0.07 mm should be threadable. 4.7.5 There should be wire chopping provision for wire disposal.

4.8 Dielectric Conditioning Unit

4.8.1 There should be integrated dielectric unit. 4.8.2 Dielectric filter quality should be 0.005 mm or better. 4.8.3 There should be programmable flushing pressure. 4.8.4 There should be chiller unit for dielectric.

4.9 CNC System and Programming

4.9.1 Control screen should be LCD/LED and size not less than 15”. 4.9.2 Control system should be multitasking. 4.9.3 USB slots should be there for program and data transfer. 4.9.4 Ethernet card should be there to put it on LAN for program and data transfer. 4.9.5 Axes X, Y, U and V should be simultaneously controllable. 4.9.6 Program display resolution should be 0.001 mm or better. 4.9.7 There should be 2D and 3D off-time/dry-run and on-time/real-time simulation

facilities. 4.9.8 Incremental and absolute programming facilities as per ISO should be there. 4.9.9 There should be electronic hand-wheel /remote control for all setup functions. 4.9.10 Suitable CAM Software should be supplied along with.

4.10 Machine Guarding

4.10.1 All moving parts/guide ways/ball screws should be protected against dust incursion by providing suitable covers/bellows.

4.10.2 Machine should be provided with adequate guarding & doors. 4.10.3 Control system elements should be enclosed in a dust-proof cabin with air conditioning.

4.11 Safety

4.11.1 Machine should have emergency stop circuit with emergency Stop button. 4.11.2 Provision for safety against over runs.

4.11.3 There should be integrated collision protection provision. 4.12 Electrical Compatibility

Machine should work on 415V ± 10% (phase to phase), 50 hertz, 3 phase power supply. If machine does not work on 415V, necessary step up or step down transformer shall be provided by manufacturer as a part of machine.

4.13 Working environment

Normal lab temperature is 24 ± 3 degree centigrade. However, in case of more stringent control is required, supplier should suggest it for satisfactory performance of the machine.

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4.14 Language All the documents and control panel displays should be in English language only. 4.15 Essential Accessories/Spares 4.15.1 Set of closed diamond wire guides (upper and lower) for wire dia. 0.25 mm.

: 03 Sets

4.15.2 Set of closed diamond wire guides (upper and lower) for wire dia. 0.10 mm. : 02 Sets 4.15.3 Set of closed diamond wire guides (upper and lower) for wire dia. 0.07 mm.

: 01 Set 4.15.4 Upper and Lower Current Pickup : 03 Nos each. 4.16 Optional Requirements

Apart from standard items other optional requirements may be quoted separately: 4.16.1 Suitable job clamping system: System-3R/Erova/Hirschmann make. 4.16.2 Voltage Stabilizer with Isolation Transformer suitable to the machine offered. 4.16.3 Wire diameter 0.25 mm, around 100 kg. 4.16.4 Wire diameter 0.10 mm around 20 kg. 4.16.5 Wire diameter 0.07 mm around 10 kg. 4.16.6 Wire tension meter. 4.16.7 Other essential items and consumable like Nozzles, Filters, Resin etc.(with cost break-up) for 2 years of normal machine running.

5.0 Machine Acceptance Test

5.1 Bidder has to demonstrate all the specifications of the machine and perform the accuracy test mentioned in Para 4.5, carry out machining the components shown in Fig. 01 and Fig. 02 and its’ dimensional inspection at their manufacturing plant during pre-dispatch inspection in present of our representative. In case, our representative could not visit the manufacturing plant, bidder shall conduct all the test as per para 4.5 and dimensional inspection after machining the components shown in Fig. 01 and Fig. 02 and provide detailed test results/charts for the model offered prior to dispatch of the machine for SAC’s clearance.

5.2 Bidder has to once again demonstrate all the specifications of the machine and

perform the accuracy test mentioned in Para 4.5, carry out machining the

components shown in Fig. 01 and Fig. 02 and its’ dimensional inspection after

installation and commissioning at SAC, Ahmedabad. Necessary equipment required

for measurement of geometrical tests and positioning accuracy has to arrange by

Bidder.

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Note: 1. All dimensions are in millimeter. 2. Work material Mild Steel with Brass Wire 0.25 mm diameter.

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Note: 1. All dimensions are in millimeter. 2. Work material Mild Steel with Brass Wire 0.25 mm diameter.

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6.0 List of Deliverables

6.1 CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine incorporating the basic components as mentioned in technical specifications (As per Para 4.0).

6.2 Necessary Cables for Main Power Supply. 6.3 All necessary Electrical and Control Cable between relevant machine

components required for complete function of the machine. 6.4 Any other component which is required for installation and commissioning of

the machine. 6.5 A set of applicable machine maintenance tools. 6.6 Hard copy and soft copies of installation, maintenance and operation manual. 6.7 All optional items could be asked to supply if quoted.

7.0 General Instructions

7.1 The offer should be valid for at least 150 days from the date of opening / due

date of the tender.

7.2 Only those Bidders, who are confident of getting export permission to supply the

machine to us, should quote.

7.3 UN-priced commercial bid should be attached with the technical bid.

7.4 All the literature is required be in English Language.

7.5 The Bidder must provide list of customers to whom they have supplied the

“Machine model offered in this tender” in last five years to renowned

organizations in the world.

7.6 Bidder should offer detailed technical catalogue of the machine and write up for

highlighting special features, specific applications, attachments etc.

8.0 Terms and Conditions

8.1 In view of high accuracy requirement, it is mandatory that machine should be

assembled in original machine manufacturer’s own plant.

8.2 The Bidder should recommend and offer all the accessories and attachments

which are essential for smooth functioning and accurate and reliable

performance of the machine. Make, model and detailed technical specifications

along with photocopy of catalogue for each and every accessory should be

attached in the offer. Offer for each and every item should be given separately.

8.3 Bidder should offer essential spare parts (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics)

for trouble free operations and maintenance for at least 2 years and quote for

each item separately. Name of all the spares must be in the English language

only. Little description about location and use of the spare should also be given.

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8.4 In addition, the Bidder should also offer specifically the essential control cards,

electronic components, solenoid valves, filters, switches, etc., in view of long

term requirements.

8.5 Bidder should fill up details against each of the requirements of the compliance

statement (Annexure-I) sent along with this tender document. Silence on any

point shall be treated as non-compliance. Simple compliance without details,

lack of information or information without proper explanation shall also be

treated as non-compliance. Hence, in order to strengthen the merit of offer,

please provide detailed explanation about how bidder intends to comply with

each and every specification of this tender. This is an essential part of the offer.

Offer without detailed compliance report shall be treated as incomplete and

liable for rejection without assigning any reason thereof.

8.6 Bidder should furnish their offer with the minimum delivery period from the date

of letter of intent or placement of purchase order (PO) by SAC, whichever is

earlier and should be adhered to. All the items of the PO need be supplied as

single consignment avoiding part supply / shipment.

8.7 Machine should work on 415V ± 10% (phase to phase), 50 hertz, 3 phase power

supply. If machine does not work on 415V, necessary step up or step down

transformer shall be provided by manufacturer as part of machine.

8.8 The Bidder, if necessary, should recommend and detail out in their offer, any

specific requirement like compressed air requirement, foundation of machine,

controlled environmental conditions etc. for the specific performance of the

machine.

8.9 It will be the sole responsibility of Bidder to carry out electrical connections from

main switch to stabilizer and stabilizer to machine. Necessary cables and tools

should be brought by Bidder.

8.10 Bidder will also confirm / commit in their offer for the following:

8.10.1 Two sets of manual for operation, control, maintenance and troubleshooting

should be provided by the Bidder in English language, out of which one set of

the manual for operation, control and maintenance with details and

requirements of space, power, foundation details etc. for the installation and

commissioning of the machine need be sent by Airmail / speed mail, quite in

advance for our study and readiness for installation and commissioning.

Minimum one set of manual should be given in hard copy.

8.10.2 The Bidder should provide service for installation, commissioning and

detailed training for operation, maintenance, trouble-shooting etc. free of

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cost at our premises. Operation training should be given in two phases. First

phase should consist of machine operating training and second phase consist

of maintenance and application(advance) training. There should not be any

restriction on period of training and number of persons to be trained.

However, training will be restricted to one batch of few persons.

8.10.3 The Bidder provide foundation details, required room size and dimensions of

entry / opening for taking machine into the room / building.

8.10.4 Electric circuit diagram of the machine should be supplied with the machine

in English language.

8.10.5 Drawings of the important mechanical assemblies should be supplied for the

maintenance purpose.

9.0 Bidder Qualification Criteria

9.1 Bidder should have office in India for after sales support and service and at-least

two factory trained service engineer based in India to carry out maintenance of

the machine offered. Bidder should furnish the address and telephone numbers

of the office and name, address and telephone numbers of the service engineers.

Bidder shall also provide full details of their service stations in India including

man-power, infrastructure, equipments available at each station along with their

offer.

9.2 Manufacturer should have supplied at least 05 “Machine model offered in this

tender” to renowned organizations in the world. Bidder should attach list of the

customer with complete postal address and telephone numbers, to whom they

have supplied the machine. Bidder shall also indicate machines, which have been

installed and made operational in last five years.

9.3 Manufacturer should give undertaking / commitment in writing for efficient after

sales service and supply of spare parts for 10 years from the date of Installation

of machine.

9.4 If bidder is not a manufacturer, bidder should attach the authorization certificate

from manufacturer stating that bidder is authorized to sell and service the

product offered, in India. Validity period should also be clearly mentioned in the

certificate.

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10.0 Warranty

10.1 One-year on-site warranty for trouble free operation of the machine from the

date of final commissioning and acceptance of machine by SAC, Ahmedabad

and free services shall be provided for any trouble during this period. During

the period of warranty, if any part is to be replaced, Bidder will have to replace

it free of cost. Warranty should include all the items supplied against purchase

order. Cost of one-year warranty should be included in the basic cost.

10.2 Bidder should also give offer for extended warranty for further 1 years / 2 years

/ 3 years on chargeable basis. – Optional

11.0 Technical and Commercial Bid:

Bids should be sent against this RFP in two parts.

Part I should consist of “Technical + Unpriced Commercial Bid”.

Part II should consist “Commercial Bid” 11.1 Instruction for Technical Bid (Part I)

Bidders shall submit technical bid with following details: 11.1.1 Quote will become invalid if prices are included in the technical bid.

11.1.2 Point by point compliance to all points as per sample given in Annexure

I. Page No.

11.1.3 The bidder is advised to give Page numbers to all papers / Brochures provided in the offer. This is to ensure all the papers are in place.

11.1.4 Bidder shall give the list of all the papers/documents etc. in the Index table as per the sample format given below:

Sr. No.

Description Page No.

1

2

3

4.

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11.1.5 Copy of commercial bid without prices shall be provided along with the

technical bid also as under. Sample format shown below.

Sr No

Item Description, Make and Model / Product code

Qty Unit cost

Total Cost

Remark

1.

LEA

VE

BLA

NK

LEA

VE

BLA

NK

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

:

:

:

Total Cost

11.2 Instruction for Commercial Bid (Part II)

Cost break-up for major items shall be given. 11.2.1 A sample format for commercial bid:

Sr. No

Item Description, Make and Model / Product code

Qty Unit cost

Total Cost

Remark

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

:

:

:

Total Cost

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ANNEXURE-I

Compliance Statement

Sr. No. As per Tech. Specs.

Specification / Points Compliance What Vendor Should Write Under Compliance Column.

2.0 Scope of Supply

2.1 Brand new and non-refurbished machine

Yes / No

4.0 Technical Specifications

4.1 Type of Machine CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine intended to use for complex profile and thin wall cutting on various aerospace materials like Aluminium Alloys, Invar, Kovar, Stainless Steels and Titanium Alloys etc. It should also cut Graphite, HSS and Carbide materials.

Yes / No and Describe

4.2 Technical Feature

4.2.1 Base and column should be made of CI / Polymer Concrete.

Yes / No and Describe

4.2.2 Linear motion in all axes should be with ball screws.

Yes / No

4.2.3 Direct feedback system with linear glass scale for all the axes.

Yes / No

4.2.4 Centralize automatic lubrication system should be there for in all the axes.

Yes / No

4.3 Traverse

4.3.1 Traverse in X axis 500 mm or more Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.3.2 Traverse in Y axis 400 mm or more Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.3.3 Traverse in Z axis 300 mm or more Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.3.4 Traverse in U axis +/- 60 (120 mm) mm or more

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.3.5 Traverse in V axis +/- 60 (120 mm) mm or more

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.3.6 Taper angle ±300 or more for 60 mm height.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.4 Working Area

4.4.1 Load Carrying Capacity of machine should not be less than 500 Kg.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.4.2 There should be universal clamping frame for holding the components.

Yes / No and Describe

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4.4.3 There should be provision of automatic drop down (rise and fall) machining tank/front door.

Yes / No

4.4.4 There should be sufficient illumination at work area.

Yes / No and Describe

4.5 Accuracies

4.5.1 Positional Uncertainty in X, Y, U and V axes: 0.005 mm or better as per VDI DGQ 3441. Note: As per VDI DGQ 3441 standard, 0.005 mm is total spread and it should not be treated as +/- 0.005 mm.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.5.2 Squareness of movement, X-axis to Y-axis, X-axis to Z axis and Y-axis to Z-axis should be 0.007 mm or better for 300 mm traverse.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.5.3 Lateral straightness of movement of X, Y and Z-axis should be 0.007 mm or better for 300 mm traverse.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.6 Generator

4.6.1 The generator should have the capacity to cut materials like Aluminium Alloys, Invar, Kovar, Stainless Steels, Titanium Alloys, Graphite, HSS and Carbide efficiently with wire dia. from 0.07 mm to wire dia. 0.30 mm.

Yes / No and Describe

4.6.2 It should have anti-electrolysis feature which minimize recast layer on the component.

Yes / No and Describe

4.6.3 Maximum cutting speed should not be less than 200 mm2/min with dia. 0.25 mm Brass Wire for Mild Steel work material.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.6.4 Finishing (Ra) on component should be achievable up to 0.2 micron or better with Brass Wire for Mild Steel work material of 60 mm height.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.6.5 There should be provision to control the influence of wire wear and flushing pressure.

Yes / No and Describe

4.6.6 There should be provision of dynamic corner control.

Yes / No and Describe

4.7 Wire Threading System

4.7.1 There should be closed diamond type wire guide without clearance.

Yes / No and Describe

4.7.2 There should be automatic and programmable wire threading system.

Yes / No and Describe

4.7.3 Maximum threadable height should not be less than 100 mm.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

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4.7.4 Minimum wire diameter 0.07 mm should be threadable.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.7.5 There should be wire chopping provision for wire disposal.

Yes / No

4.8 Dielectric Conditioning Unit

4.8.1 There should be integrated dielectric unit.

Yes / No

4.8.2 Dielectric filter quality should be 0.005 mm or better.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.8.3 There should be programmable flushing pressure.

Yes / No

4.8.4 There should be chiller unit for dielectric.

Yes / No

4.9 CNC System and Programming

4.9.1 Control screen should be LCD/LED and size not less than 15”.

Yes / No and Describe

4.9.2 Control system should be multitasking.

Yes / No

4.9.3 USB slots should be there for program and data transfer.

Yes / No

4.9.4 Ethernet card should be there to put it on LAN for program and data transfer.

Yes / No

4.9.5 Axes X, Y, U and V should be simultaneously controllable.

Yes / No

4.9.6 Program display resolution should be 0.001 mm or better.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.9.7 There should be 2D and 3D off-time/dry-run and on-time/real-time simulation facilities.

Yes / No

4.9.8 Incremental and absolute programming facilities as per ISO should be there.

Yes / No

4.9.9 There should be electronic hand-wheel /remote control for all setup functions.

Yes / No

4.9.10 Suitable CAM Software should be supplied along with the machine.

Yes / No and Describe

4.10 Machine Guarding

4.10.1 All moving parts/guide ways/ball screws should be protected against dust incursion by providing suitable covers/bellows.

Yes / No

4.10.2 Machine should be provided with adequate guarding & doors.

Yes / No

4.10.3 Control system elements should be enclosed in a dust-proof cabin with air conditioning.

Yes / No

4.11 Safety

4.11.1 Machine should have emergency stop circuit with emergency Stop button.

Yes / No and Describe

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4.11.2 Provision for safety against over runs. Yes / No

4.11.3 There should be integrated collision protection provision.

Yes / No

4.12 Electrical Compatibility Machine should work on 415V ± 10% (phase to phase), 50 hertz, 3 phase power supply. If machine does not work on 415V, necessary step up or step down transformer shall be provided by manufacturer as a part of machine.

Yes/ No and Write Numerical Value

4.13 Working environment Normal lab temperature is 24 ± 3 degree centigrade. However, in case of more stringent control is required, supplier should suggest it for satisfactory performance of the machine.

Yes / No and Describe

4.14 Language All the documents and control panel displays should be in English language only.

Yes / No and Describe

4.15 Essential Accessories/Spares

4.15.1 Set of closed diamond wire guides (upper and lower) for wire dia. 0.25 mm. : 03 Sets

Quoted / Not Quoted

4.15.2 Set of closed diamond wire guides (upper and lower) for wire dia. 0.10 mm. : 02 Sets

Quoted / Not Quoted

4.15.3 Set of closed diamond wire guides (upper and lower) for wire dia. 0.07 mm. : 01 Set

Quoted / Not Quoted

4.15.4 Upper and Lower Current Pickup : 03 Nos each.

Quoted / Not Quoted

4.16 Optional Requirements Apart from standard items other optional requirements may be quoted separately:

4.16.1 Suitable job clamping system: System-3R/Erova/Hirschmann make

Quoted / Not Quoted

4.16.2 Voltage Stabilizer with Isolation Transformer suitable to the machine offered.

Quoted / Not Quoted and write Make & Model

4.16.3 Wire diameter 0.25 mm, around 100 kg.

Quoted / Not Quoted

4.16.4 Wire diameter 0.10 mm around 20 kg. Quoted / Not Quoted

4.16.5 Wire diameter 0.07 mm around 10 kg. Quoted / Not Quoted

4.16.6 Wire tension meter. Quoted / Not Quoted

4.16.7 Other essential items and consumable like Nozzles, Filters, Resin etc.(with cost break-up) for 2 years of normal machine running.

Quoted / Not Quoted

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5.0 Machine Acceptance Test

5.1 Bidder has to demonstrate all the specifications of the machine and perform the accuracy test mentioned in Para 4.5, carry out machining the components shown in Fig. 01 and Fig. 02 and its’ dimensional inspection at their manufacturing plant during pre-dispatch inspection in present of our representative. In case, our representative could not visit the manufacturing plant, bidder shall conduct all the test as per para 4.5 and dimensional inspection after machining the components shown in Fig. 01 and Fig. 02 and provide detailed test results/charts for the model offered prior to dispatch of the machine for SAC’s clearance.

Agree/Disagree

5.2 Bidder has to once again demonstrate all the specifications of the machine and perform the accuracy test mentioned in Para 4.5, carry out machining the components shown in Fig. 01 and Fig. 02 and its’ dimensional inspection after installation and commissioning at SAC, Ahmedabad. Necessary equipment required for measurement of geometrical tests and positioning accuracy has to arrange by Bidder.

Agree/Disagree

6.0 List of Deliverables

6.1 CNC Wire-Cut EDM Submersed Type Machine incorporating the basic components as mentioned in technical specifications (As per Para 4.0).

Yes / No and Describe

6.2 Necessary Cables from power board to machine

Yes / No and Describe

6.3 All necessary Electrical and Control Cable between relevant machine components required for complete function of the machine.

Yes / No and Describe

6.4 Any other component which is required for installation and commissioning of the machine.

Yes / No and Describe

6.5 A set of applicable machine maintenance tools.

Yes / No and Describe

6.6 Hard copy and soft copies of installation, maintenance and operation manual.

Yes / No and Describe

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6.7 All optional items could be asked to supply if quoted.

Yes / No and Describe

7.0 General Instructions

7.1 The offer should be valid for at least

150 days from the date of opening /

due date of the tender

Agree/Disagree

7.2 Only those Bidders, who are confident

of getting export permission to supply

the machine to us, should quote.

Agree/Disagree

7.3 UN-priced commercial bid should be

attached with the technical bid.

Yes / No

7.4 All the literature is required be in

English Language.

Agree/Disagree

7.5 The Bidder must provide list of

customers to whom they have

supplied the “Machine model offered

in this tender” in last five years to

renowned organizations in the world.

Yes / No and Describe

7.6 Bidder should offer detailed technical

catalogue of the machine and write up

for highlighting special features,

specific applications, attachments etc.

Agree/Disagree

8.0 Terms and Conditions

8.1 In view of high accuracy requirement,

it is mandatory that machine should

be assembled in original machine

manufacturer’s own plant.

Agree / Disagree

8.2 The Bidder should recommend and

offer all the accessories and

attachments which are essential for

smooth functioning and accurate and

reliable performance of the machine.

Make, model and detailed technical

specifications along with photocopy of

catalogue for each and every

accessory should be attached in the

offer. Offer for each and every item

should be given separately.

Agree / Disagree

8.3 Bidder should offer essential spare

parts (Mechanical / Electrical /

Electronics) for trouble free

operations and maintenance for at

least 2 years and quote for each item

separately. Name of all the spares

must be in the English language only.

Agree / Disagree

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Little description about location and

use of the spare should also be given.

8.4 In addition, the Bidder should also

offer specifically the essential control

cards, electronic components,

solenoid valves, filters, switches, etc.,

in view of long term requirements.

Agree / Disagree

8.5 Bidder should fill up details against

each of the requirements of the

compliance statement (Annexure-I)

sent along with this tender document.

Silence on any point shall be treated

as non-compliance. Simple

compliance without details, lack of

information or information without

proper explanation shall also be

treated as non-compliance. Hence, in

order to strengthen the merit of offer,

please provide detailed explanation

about how bidder intends to comply

with each and every specification of

this tender. This is an essential part of

the offer. Offer without detailed

compliance report shall be treated as

incomplete and liable for rejection

without assigning any reason thereof.

Agree / Disagree

8.6 Bidder should furnish their offer with

the minimum delivery period from the

date of letter of intent or placement of

purchase order (PO) by SAC,

whichever is earlier and should be

adhered to. All the items of the PO

need be supplied as single

consignment avoiding part supply /

shipment.

Agree / Disagree

8.7 Machine should work on 415V ± 10%

(phase to phase), 50 hertz, 3 phase

power supply. If machine does not

work on 415V, necessary step up or

step down transformer shall be

provided by manufacturer as part of

machine.

Agree / Disagree

8.8 The Bidder, if necessary, should

recommend and detail out in their

Agree / Disagree

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offer, any specific requirement like

compressed air requirement,

foundation of machine, controlled

environmental conditions etc. for the

specific performance of the machine.

8.8 It will be the sole responsibility of

Bidder to carry out electrical

connections from main switch to

stabilizer and stabilizer to machine.

Necessary cables and tools should be

brought by Bidder.

Agree / Disagree

8.9 It will be the sole responsibility of

Bidder to carry out electrical

connections from main switch to

stabilizer and stabilizer to machine.

Necessary cables and tools should be

brought by Bidder.

Agree / Disagree

8.10 Bidder will also confirm / commit in their offer for the following.

8.10.1 Two sets of manual for operation,

control, maintenance and

troubleshooting should be provided

by the Bidder in English language, out

of which one set of the manual for

operation, control and maintenance

with details and requirements of

space, power, foundation details etc.

for the installation and commissioning

of the machine need be sent by Airmail

/ speed mail, quite in advance for our

study and readiness for installation

and commissioning. Minimum one set

of manual should be given in hard

copy.

Agree / Disagree

8.10.2 The Bidder should provide service for

installation, commissioning and

detailed training for operation,

maintenance, trouble-shooting etc.

free of cost at our premises. Operation

training should be given in two phases.

First phase should consist of machine

operating training and second phase

consist of maintenance and

application(advance) training. There

should not be any restriction on period

Agree / Disagree

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of training and number of persons to

be trained. However, training will be

restricted to one batch of few persons.

8.10.3 The Bidder should provide foundation

details, required room size and

dimensions of entry / opening for

taking machine into the room /

building.

Agree / Disagree

8.10.4 Electric circuit diagram of the machine

should be supplied with the machine

in English language.

Agree / Disagree

8.10.5 Drawings of the important mechanical

assemblies should be supplied for the

maintenance purpose.

Yes / No

9.0 Bidder Qualification Criteria

9.1 Bidder should have office in India for

after sales support and service and at-

least two factory trained service

engineer based in India to carry out

maintenance of the machine offered.

Bidder should furnish the address and

telephone numbers of the office and

name, address and telephone

numbers of the service engineers.

Bidder shall also provide full details of

their service stations in India including

man-power, infrastructure,

equipments available at each station

along with their offer.

Give all the details. Attach separate sheet if required.

9.2 Manufacturer should have supplied at least 05 “Machine model offered in this tender” to renowned organizations in the world. Bidder should attach list of the customer with complete postal address and telephone numbers, to whom they have supplied the machine. Bidder shall also indicate machines, which have been installed and made operational in last five years.

Give all the details. Attach separate sheet if required.

9.3 Manufacturer should give undertaking / commitment in writing for efficient after sales service and supply of spare parts for 10 years from the date of Installation of machine

Yes / No and Attach Undertaking from Manufacturer

9.4 If bidder is not a manufacturer, bidder should attach the authorization

Give all the details. Attach Separate Sheet if Required.

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certificate from manufacturer stating that bidder is authorized to sell and service the product offered, in India. Validity period should also be clearly mentioned in the certificate.

10. Warranty

10.1 One-year on-site warranty for trouble

free operation of the machine from

the date of final commissioning and

acceptance of machine by SAC,

Ahmedabad and free services shall be

provided for any trouble during this

period. During the period of warranty,

if any part is to be replaced, Bidder will

have to replace it free of cost.

Warranty should include all the items

supplied against purchase order. Cost

of one-year warranty should be

included in the basic cost

Write period of warranty offered.

10.2 Bidder should also give offer for extended warranty for further 1 years / 2 years / 3 years on chargeable basis. – Optional

Yes / No

11.0 Do you agree with all the terms and conditions mentioned in Annexure-I

Yes / No