FACT Sulphuric Acid Tender has been issued by Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT) for the supply of sulphuric acid in bulk. The FACT Sulphuric Acid Tender seeks international suppliers and traders to deliver cargo at Cochin Port in April 2026.
Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT), a Government of India enterprise, produces nitrogenous and phosphatic fertilizers. The company also manufactures key intermediates such as sulphuric acid and phosphoric acid. To ensure raw material availability, the company has invited competitive bids through an open e-tender process.
Shipment Quantity and Schedule
Under the FACT Sulphuric Acid Tender, the company plans to procure 10,000 MT to 14,000 MT of sulphuric acid in bulk. The cargo must arrive at Cochin Port between April 2 and April 11, 2026.
FACT stated that suppliers may offer the nearest available shipment window if the requested laycan is not available.
Tender Submission Timeline
The FACT Sulphuric Acid Tender will follow a two-part bidding system consisting of technical and commercial bids.
Bid submission deadline: March 10, 2026, at 14:00 IST
Bid opening: March 10, 2026, at 14:30 IST
All bids must be submitted through the Government of India’s e-procurement portal.
Eligibility Criteria for Bidders
Manufacturers and traders can participate in the FACT Sulphuric Acid Tender if they meet the specified criteria.
Manufacturers must have a production capacity of at least 50,000 MT of sulphuric acid annually. They must also demonstrate experience in supplying at least one shipment of 10,000 MT sulphuric acid on a CFR basis during the last three years.
Traders can also bid if they have handled at least one bulk liquid cargo shipment of 10,000 MT on a CFR basis in the past three years. Traders must provide manufacturer support confirming supply capability.
Pricing and Evaluation
Bidders must quote prices on a CFR Cochin basis. The evaluation will consider the landed cost at Cochin Port, including port dues, customs duty, and insurance.
FACT will compare both cash payment offers and 180-day credit options. If a bidder offers shorter credit terms, the cost will be adjusted using an interest rate of 7.53% per annum for evaluation.
Additional Tender Conditions
The tender requires an Earnest Money Deposit of USD 10,000 from bidders. Vessels delivering cargo to Cochin Port must hold valid P&I and classification certificates approved by international maritime authorities.
FACT also noted that bids must comply with the Government of India’s procurement restrictions related to bidders from countries sharing land borders with India.
