Southern Railway Readymade Bituminous Pothole Patching Mix Tender IS 217 IS 14982 2026

Tender Overview

Southern Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for the supply of Readymade Bituminous Pothhole Patching Mix conforming to IS 217 and the Anti-Stripping Agent (Q4) per IS 14982. The procurement scope covers the supply of Goods (not services) with an option to increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract rates. The bidder must provide OEM authorization/dealership certificates and comply with the Centre’s MSE purchase preference policy if eligible, with a focus on manufacturer status. Contact details point to Southern Railway PWD/Major Works for technical clarifications and delivery coordination. This tender requires compliance with standard bitumen patching formulations and anti-stripping performance criteria per the cited IS codes, ensuring compatibility with rail repair workflows and on-site pothole filling operations. Key differentiators include formal ATC clauses for delivery extensions and a defined mechanism to exercise quantity variation during the contract period. Unique aspects include the need for OEM authorization and adherence to the public procurement framework for MSE preferences where applicable.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Readymade bituminous pothole patching mix per IS 217; Cutback Bitumen; Anti-Stripping Agent (Q4) per IS 14982
• Standards compliance: IS 217 for pothole patching mix; IS 14982 for anti-stripping agent
• Delivery scope: Supply of Goods only; no service component
• Quantity variation: Up to 25% increase/decrease at contract stage; delivery period adjustments based on remaining quantity with minimum 30 days
• Documentation: OEM authorization/dealership proof required at bid opening; adherence to MSE policy where applicable
• Contacts: Technical queries via Southern Railway contact; delivery coordination through Pincode 606201 region
• ATC/ATC: ATC clauses govern extensions and amendments; supplier to follow during contract

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD details: Not specified in available data; bidders should verify with purchaser
• Scope: Bid price to include all cost components; scope limited to supply of goods
• Purchase preference: MSEs may receive price preference per Public Procurement Policy; manufacturers only; traders excluded
• Certificates: OEM authorization or dealership certificate required to qualify; non-submission may disqualify
• Contact points: For technical clarifications and delivery: Senior Section Engineer PWay Chinnasalem, PIN 606201; email [email protected] for extensions or amendments
• Delivery/Extensions: Delivery period extensions governed by option clause; calculations based on quantity mix with minimum 30 days
• Payment terms: Not detailed in current data; bidders should confirm terms in bid document
• Penalties: Not specified; verify LD or penalties in corresponding ATC clauses
• Warranty/AMC: Not specified; check tender terms for post-delivery support requirements