Southern Railway PVC Insulated Cable For Submersible Pumps ISI Marked IS 694 Tender 2026
Bid Publish Date
11-Aug-2026, 12:01 pm
Bid End Date
24-Aug-2026, 1:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Southern Railway (Indian Railways) seeks the supply of PVC insulated cables for submersible pumps, conforming to ISI Marked IS 694 (Q2). The procurement scope is supply-only, with an OEM warranty documented at delivery. Bid terms allow quantity variation up to 25%, with extended delivery time calculations, and a 1-year warranty from final acceptance at consignee location. MSE purchase preference can apply if the bidder is the manufacturer. This tender targets suppliers capable of delivering compliant, ISI-certified cables to Indian Railways infrastructure.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: PVC insulated cables for submersible pumps
- Standard: ISI Marked, IS 694 (Q2)
- Scope: Supply of goods only; installation not included unless specified later
- Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance or after commissioning; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery
- Delivery terms: Clause allows ±25% quantity variation; delivery period aligned to contract and last delivery order date; extended time rules apply
- Certificates: OEM warranty certificates and ISI compliance must be submitted with delivery
- Purchase preference: MSE eligibility if bidder is manufacturer; price-match option within policy margins at L-1+15%
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Deposit: Not explicitly listed in data; ensure readiness per tender document
- Eligibility: Manufacturer status required for MSE purchase preference; traders excluded from MSE eligibility
- Delivery: Delivery period calculated from last original delivery date; extended time rules apply; minimum 30 days if extended
- Payment: Not specified in data; ensure alignment with standard Indian Railways payment terms in bid docs
- Warranty/Support: 1-year warranty; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; rectification obligation for breakdowns
- Documentation: Upload all certificates and documents sought in Bid document, ATC, Corrigendum; ensure compliance
Key Specifications
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Product/service names: PVC insulated cable for submersible pumps
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Category: Electrical cable conforming to IS 694
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Standards: IS 694 (Q2); ISI marked
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Quantity: Supply-only (no installation) as per contract; variation up to 25%
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Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance; OEM warranty certificates required
Terms & Conditions
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Delivery quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25% at contract time
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Purchase preference available for MSEs if manufacturer; price match within policy
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Warranty of 1 year with OEM warranty certificates mandatory at delivery
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not explicitly specified in data; bidders should confirm with tender documents; typical Railways terms involve milestone or post-delivery payment
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; extended delivery time calculated as (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in data; bidders should reference bid document for LD/penalty regime if provided
Bidder Eligibility
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Manufacturer of ISI marked PVC cables with IS 694 compliance
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Demonstrated experience in supplying similar electrical cables to government entities
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GST registration and valid GST documentation; financial stability evidence
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
500
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Warranty Period
1 years
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
PVC Insulated Cable For Submersible Pumps ISI Marked To IS 694 (Q2)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
45
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Salem
Delivery Pincodes
636005
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R Velliangiri | 636005,Office of the Senior Section Engineer Electrical Works Southern Railway Salem SALEM, 636005, Salem, 636005, Salem, 636005 | Salem | Tamil Nadu | 636005 | 500 | 45 | - |
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-9718227.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
7
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates (similar supply of ISI marked cables or electrical cables)
Financial statements (audited for last 2-3 years)
EMD/Security deposit details (as per bid document)
Technical bid documents (compliance with IS 694 standards)
OEM authorizations/guarantees from the cable manufacturer
OEM warranty certificates for supplied products
Any other certificates requested in Bid/ATC/Corrigendum
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for PVC cable ISI 694 tender in Southern Railway?
Bidders must be the cable manufacturer to qualify for MSE preference, provide ISI IS 694 compliance, OEM warranty certificates, GST, PAN, experience certificates, and financials. The supply-only scope requires meeting the 1-year warranty term and adhering to quantity variation rights up to 25%.
What documents are required for ISI 694 cable tender in India?
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for similar cable supply, audited financial statements, EMD details, OEM authorization, technical bid, and OEM warranty certificates. Include ISI 694 compliance certificates and warranty documents at delivery.
What is the warranty period for PVC cables supplied to Southern Railway?
The warranty is 1 year from final acceptance of goods or after commissioning, with OEM warranty certificates required at delivery. The seller must rectify any breakdown during the warranty period.
What is the delivery variation allowed for this tender?
The purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% of bid quantity at contract award and during currency, with delivery time adjusted per formula, minimum 30 days.
Which standard must PVC insulated cables meet for this tender?
Cables must be ISI Marked and conform to IS 694 (Q2), ensuring safety and performance for submersible pump applications in railway installations.
Are installation services included with the cable supply?
Scope specifies 'Only supply of Goods'; installation is not included unless otherwise stated in future amendments or contract amendments with clear installation terms.
What is required for MSE purchase preference in this tender?
MSE preference applies if bidder is the manufacturer; submit documentary evidence of MSE status and ensure price offers fall within the policy margin (L-1+15%). Traders are excluded from MSE eligibility.
How are OEM warranties documented for this procurement?
Successful bidders must submit OEM warranty certificates on delivery and ensure post-sales rectification capability during the warranty period as part of compliance.