Global IME Bank Invites Bids for Supply and Installation of Tubular and SMF (VRLA) Batteries with Online UPS Systems

11th November 2025, Kathmandu

Global IME Bank Limited, one of Nepal’s leading A-Class Commercial Banks, has officially initiated a key strategic upgrade to its technical backbone by inviting sealed bids for the supply and installation of essential power backup systems.

Global IME Invites Bids

This tender, focusing on Tubular Batteries, SMF (VRLA) Batteries, and Online UPS systems, signals a proactive move by the bank to ensure system stability, enhance service reliability across its extensive branch network, and maintain uninterrupted operations, a critical necessity for financial services in a developing infrastructure landscape.

The enhancement of the bank’s technical infrastructure is crucial for smooth transaction processing and consistent customer service, especially during unforeseen power fluctuations. By investing in a mix of Tubular and SMF (VRLA) Batteries, the bank is likely targeting both deep-cycle, long-duration backup for critical central systems (often served by Tubular) and compact, maintenance-free, high-rate discharge backup for immediate, localized IT equipment (typically served by SMF/VRLA). The accompanying Online UPS systems are essential for providing the highest level of power protection, guaranteeing a clean, constant supply of electricity regardless of input quality. This ensures the longevity of sensitive IT equipment and the integrity of the bank’s vast data infrastructure.

Eligibility and Pre-Qualification: A Gateway to Banking Partnerships

The bank has established stringent eligibility criteria, emphasizing reliability, experience, and the necessary manufacturer backing for the bidding firms. These requirements are clearly designed to filter for high-quality, dependable vendors, ensuring that the critical infrastructure is managed by proven entities.

Key requirements for interested firms:

Legal Registration: The bidder must be a legally registered firm, company, or organization operating under the laws of Nepal, ensuring legal compliance and corporate standing.

Manufacturer Authorization: A mandatory authorization letter from the manufacturer must be submitted. This crucial requirement confirms that the bidder is a legitimate distributor or service partner, guaranteeing authenticity of the product and eligibility for manufacturer warranties and support. This is a common practice in IT hardware procurement to ensure post-installation service quality.

Company Longevity: A minimum of three years of company registration is required, which provides an assurance of stability and business continuity.

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Sector-Specific Experience: The bidder must demonstrate prior successful experience by having provided similar services to at least one A-Class Commercial Bank and two other corporate institutions, which must include financial entities, within Nepal. This pre-qualifies bidders based on their ability to handle the scale, complexity, and security standards expected by the banking and financial sector.

The high bar set for eligibility indicates that Global IME Bank is prioritizing long-term quality and resilience over merely the lowest initial cost, a sensible approach when procuring mission-critical power equipment.

Tender Procurement and Submission: Operational Details

Firms that meet the strict eligibility criteria can move forward with the bidding process, adhering to the following financial and timeline mandates:

Bid Document Purchase: The complete bidding documents are available for a non-refundable fee of NPR 5,000 (Five Thousand Only). This fee must be deposited into the bank’s Account No. 003700524005 (Other Income–Misc.). The deadline for this payment is 1 PM on November 24, 2025.

Bid Submission Deadline: Sealed bids must be submitted by hand or courier to the Global IME Bank Limited, General Service Department, Kamaladi, Kathmandu, on or before 4:00 PM, November 24, 2025. Punctuality is non-negotiable, as late bids will be categorically rejected.

Bid Opening: The bids will be publicly opened on November 25, 2025, at the Corporate Office, Kamaladi, Kathmandu, in the presence of attending representatives from the participating firms.

Bid Security and Validity: Bidders must maintain a validity period of 90 days from the bid opening date. A critical financial guarantee, the bid bond or a cash deposit voucher, equivalent to a minimum of 5% of the total bid amount, must accompany each submission. This security deposit protects the bank from bidders who might withdraw their offer after the bidding process, ensuring only serious firms participate.

Should the deadline for document purchase or submission fall on a public holiday, the next working day will automatically serve as the final date, though the original validity period of the bid security will remain unchanged.This procurement drive by Global IME Bank underscores the continuous need for reliable technology infrastructure within Nepal’s rapidly digitizing banking sector. The scale of the bank’s operation, with numerous branches requiring stable power, makes this tender a significant opportunity for experienced suppliers of power solution equipment. The successful bidder will become a key partner in maintaining the bank’s promise of reliable service delivery across the nation.

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