Tender Overview
South East Central Railway invites bids for the Washing Machine - Domestic Purpose for use within Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The scope covers Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of units, with post-delivery inspection by the consignee and OEM authorization requirements. The procurement emphasizes modern features such as IoT connectivity and a BEE Star Rating, plus the ability to verify conformity via a recognized lab test. A mandatory IS 302: Part 2: Sec 7: 2024 registration condition applies for bidders. This tender focuses on standardized domestic washing machines suitable for railways, with OEM authorization and pre-acceptance checks. Unique aspects include the explicit post-receipt inspection and mandatory registration with the stated authority prior to bid opening.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Washing Machine - Domestic Purpose with Automation/Usage Type, Washing Capacity (kg), Drying Capacity (kg), Provision for Water Heating, and IoT connectivity.
- Key features expected: Type of Mounting, Castor Wheels, Cabinet/Drum/Lid materials, Control Panel, and Washing Technology.
- Compliance points: IO T connectivity and Connectivity Type; BEE Star Rating; Comprehensive Warranty and Motor Warranty; availability of test reports from a Central Govt Lab/ NABL/ ILAC accredited lab to prove conformity.
- Inspection: post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection not applicable unless selected in ATC; OEM authorization/GA and generic manufacturer authorization required.
- Registration: bidders must be IS 302 Part 2 Sec 7: 2024 registered at bid opening; supplier to provide OEM authorization where applicable.
Terms & Eligibility
- Scope of supply: includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning.
- Inspection: Post-receipt inspection by consignee on OEM GC & TC; pre-dispatch if ATC selects it (NA otherwise).
- Manufacturer authorization: required from OEM/Original Service Provider with contact details.
- Empanelment: bidders must be registered with the related authority (IS 302 Part 2 Sec 7: 2024) prior to bid opening.
- NOTE: Specific price, EMD, and delivery timelines are not listed; bidders should verify at bid opening and ensure compliance with the stated registration and testing requirements.