Advanced Ultrasonic Phased Array Inspection System for Kalpakkam Nuclear Facility

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This tender, initiated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) under the Department of Atomic Energy, Ministry of State name PMO, seeks specialized equipment for its Kalpakkam facility. Identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7859302, the procurement specifically focuses on an OMNISCAN X4 system, with bids open from August 3, 2026, to August 14, 2026, closing at 11:00 AM. The core of this tender is the OMNISCAN X4 32-128PR Phased Array instrument, equipped with 32 pulsers and 128 receivers, featuring 64-element TFM2 UT PR channels and loaded with the latest MXU 6x software. Accompanying this primary instrument are several critical accessories and software components designed to ensure comprehensive inspection capabilities. These include a standard 5.0 MHz linear array phased array probe with 64 elements, along with various standard and custom wedges designed for angle beam phased array probes, specifically for a 55-degree refracted angle in steel utilizing shear waves with IHC (Irrigation Holes and Carbides) options. Additionally, the tender calls for a waterproof mini encoder with a 5-meter cable and Lemo connector, a WeldSight inspection software license key compatible with FocusP x and OmniScan X 3 series, which encompasses data acquisition, analysis functionalities, and an ES BeamTool license. The total quantity for this suite of items is ten. The tender also includes an adaptor box with 16 UT channels to facilitate the connection between the phased array instrument and the omniscan connector. This procurement is crucial for the advanced inspection and monitoring needs at the Madras Atomic Power Station, Kalpakkam, Chengalpattu District.