Food Corporation Of India High Security Cable Seal Tender Ludhiana Punjab IS 17381:2021 2026

Tender Overview

The Food Corporation Of India (FCI) invites bids for High Security Cable Seals compliant with IS 17381:2021 in the Ludhiana, Punjab (141001) region. Seals must be ISI marked, with the ability to provide a Central Govt/NABL/ILAC accredited lab test report on demand. The tender emphasizes the provision of cable seal types and requires suppliers to meet certification and conformity criteria. The absence of a BOQ indicates a focused requirement on seal quality, traceability, and compliance with statutory standards, rather than a multi-item procurement. Key differentiators include ISI certification and on-demand test reports from accredited labs. Unique aspects include a reliance on regulatory conformity and standardized seal types for freight containers.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: High security cable seals for freight containers
• Standards: IS 17381:2021 compliance; ISI marked seals
• Certifications: Availability of test report from Central Govt/NABL/ILAC accredited lab to prove conformance; test report to be furnished on demand
• Seals types: Various cable seal configurations to meet security and tamper-evidence requirements
• Documentation: Proof of conformity via accredited lab reports when requested by Buyer; emphasis on traceability and standardization
• Delivery scope: Not specified; adherence to ISI and test-report requirements is mandatory
• Brand/OEM: No explicit brand restrictions stated beyond ISI marking and IS 17381:2021 compliance

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Amount not disclosed in tender (
• Delivery terms: Compliance with delivery expectations tied to ISI standard and test report availability; option clause allows quantity variation up to 25% during contract placement and currency
• Option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates; delivery period adjusts from the last date of original Delivery Order; minimum extension 30 days
• Lab reports: On-demand test reports from NABL/ILAC accredited labs are required to prove specification conformance
• Submission requirements: Bid must demonstrate ISI marking, IS 17381:2021 compliance, and ability to furnish lab test reports upon request
• Other terms: All compliance with Buyer Added Terms; no BOQ items listed