Tender Overview
South Central Railway invites bids for a Revolving Chair (V5) under the Indian Railways procurement process. The tender specifies generic chair types, seat cushion availability, upholstery, and backrest features, with a focus on backrest height/width ranges, lumbar support, headrest, and armrest presence. Delivery is on a free-at-site basis with installation included, and the scope requires supplying chairs that meet OEM/Make details, plus packing marks marked for Railway use. Past performance and OEM authorization are critical differentiators, and bidders must submit technical leaflets, Make/Model details, and warranty documentation. The opportunity includes a stringent acceptance framework based on consignee verification and supplier accountability. Unique markings and packaging requirements ensure traceability and compliance with SC Railway processes. Overall, the tender targets quality chair sets aligned to Indian Railways ergonomic standards, with emphasis on standardization, traceability, and supply chain reliability. This opportunity emphasizes verified past performance and authorized dealer credentials as key entry criteria, along with on-time delivery and installation compliance.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: GENERIC REQUIREMENTS β Type of Chair
- Category: CHAIR SEAT β Cushion availability; upholstery material; colour family
- Category: CHAIR BACKREST β Backrest height ranges: Low (200-400 mm), Mid (400-700 mm), High (>700 mm); Backrest width ranges: Low (400-550 mm), Mid (550-700 mm), High (>700 mm)
- CHAIR BACKREST β Locking while tilting; colour family; lumbar support in seat backrest; headrest presence and type
- CHAIR ARMREST β Armrest available
- Additional requirements: Make/Model details; warranty certificate/test reports; indelible βfor South Central Railway useβ marking on packaging; OEM authorization if applicable; printing on every container; inspection by consignee; installation/commissioning included in contract price
- Delivery: Free delivery at site; installation and commissioning costs included; delivery timing aligned to consignee working hours
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Past performance: Satisfactory contracts with SC Railway or other Zonal Railways across last 3 years; include copies of R notes/CRAC/acceptance proofs
- Authorized dealer: If applicable, OEM authorization uploaded with bid; performance counted as OEM/Principal
- Warranty & tests: Warranty certificate and test reports to be submitted with supply
- Technical brochure: Provide Make/Model No. and technical leaflets; non-submission may lead to rejection
- Markings: Packaging to bear indelible βfor South Central Railway useβ and hologram on cartons
- Contact & queries: Supplier to coordinate via consignee details; payment queries through designated numbers
- GTC/ATC alignment: Comply with GeM terms plus any STC/ATC for this item
