East Central Railway Thermal Imager Procurement Hajipur Bihar ISO/IS 550 Compliant 2026

Tender Overview

East Central Railway invites bids for a thermal imager under Indian Railways procurement in India, with technical specifications spanning lens field of view, IFOV, detector resolution, and infrared performance. Estimated value and EMD details are not disclosed in the summary data, but the scope includes advanced imaging hardware with precise optical and thermal specifications. The tender emphasizes OEM authorization, manufacturer track record, and optional quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract execution. The objective is to equip railway operations with high-sensitivity, wide dynamic range thermography capable of operation in varied environments, with emphasis on reliability and standard compliance. This procurement requires bidders to demonstrate prior央 experience supplying similar government-grade optics to Central/State agencies and to provide OEM authorization where applicable. The unique scope involves a comprehensive thermal imaging solution with integrated display, data transfer interfaces, and robust environmental tolerance suitable for railway deployments. The awarding organization is East Central Railway, Hajipur, Bihar, seeking a technically compliant and fiscally responsible supplier.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Thermal imager with standard and telephoto lens configurations; IFOV metrics in mRad; horizontal/vertical field of view for both lens types.
• Detector specifications: Minimum detector resolution (pixels); thermal sensitivity (NETD).
• Performance: Temperature range of observed objects; temperature reading accuracy; minimum focus distance; image capture frequency (Hz); image detector type; emissivity adjustment capability.
• Infrared spectral band: specified micrometer range; display type and size; built-in digital/visual camera resolution (Mpixel); storage medium and file formats; image transfer interface.
• Operating conditions: min/max operating temperature; operating humidity; battery chemistry and charger provision.
• Other features: Emissivity correction, lens measurements, and required standards (IS/ISO as applicable).
• Mandatory compliance: OEM authorization, GST invoicing requirements, and GST portal confirmation steps; adherence to any referenced buyer terms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and payment terms: exact amount not disclosed here; bidders must review tender documents for EMD specifics and GST-related reimbursements.
• Experience criteria: 3 years of regular manufacturing/supply of similar category products to government bodies; provide contracts demonstrating yearly quantities; for bunch bids, the primary high-value product must meet the criterion.
• Manufacturer Authorization: OEM/Original Service Provider authorization required where distributors bid; include complete contact details.
• Option clause: quantity can be increased/decreased by up to 25% at contract award; delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; extended periods follow the stated formula with a minimum 30 days.
• Invoices: must be raised in consignee name with consignee GSTIN.
• Submission: failure to attach required certificates may lead to rejection; FDR/EMD submission alternatives allowed as specified for refunds.
• Documentation: include GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates, financials, OEM authorizations, technical bid, and related documents per ATC/Corrigendum.