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East Coast Railway Life Jacket Tender Visakhapatnam IRS Certification 2025

Bid Publish Date

27-Oct-2025, 12:21 pm

Bid End Date

06-Nov-2025, 1:00 pm

Location

VISAKHAPATNAM , ANDHRA PRADESH

Progress

Issue27-Oct-2025, 12:21 pm
Award04-Feb-2026, 12:14 am
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Quantity

50

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Categories 4

WATERSPORTS EQUIPMENTS SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPES VIDEO MONITORS LIFE JACKET

Tender Overview

East Coast Railway invites bids for the procurement of Life Jackets compliant with Resolution MSC 48 (66) and SOLAS 74, to be supplied in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The contract scope is clearly defined as supply-only of goods, with IRS approval mandatory and a requirement to provide a Copy of IRS Approval Certificate to the buyer. The tender emphasizes outer fabric specification, buyer logo and labeling, and advance sample submission for buyer approval. The procurement prioritizes compliance with life-jacket standards and IRS accreditation, ensuring safety equipment meets regulatory and rail-specific safety norms. A single consignee delivery point is specified: SSE/BD/WAT, under the supervision of Sr.DME/WAT and Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT. The submission process includes a pre-approval sample stage, marking and branding alignment, and compliance with the mentioned standards, ensuring uniform quality across all delivered units.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Description: Life Jacket as per MSC 48 (66) and SOLAS 74.
  • Category: SPECIFICATION; Outer Fabric: as defined for life jackets.
  • Certification: IRS approval/certificate required; bidder to provide Copy of IRS Approval Certificate to buyer.
  • Branding & Marking: Buyer Logo to be applied; Marking provided on each unit.
  • Quality & Samples: Advance Sample(s) to be supplied for buyer approval before commencement; supply is strictly goods-only.
  • Delivery point: SSE/BD/WAT; Sr.DME/WAT as Bill Passing Officer; Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT as Bill Paying Officer.
  • Compliance: All items must meet regulatory life jacket standards and IRS requirements, with clear documentation supplied.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Scope: Bid price to include all costs; contract for supply of goods only.
  • EMD/Security: Not explicitly stated in available data; bidders should verify tender terms.
  • Delivery Timeline: Not specified in available data; delivery to consignee indicated.
  • Documentation: Provide IRS Approval Certificate copy; include Buyer Logo and ensure precise labeling.
  • Payment Terms: To be confirmed by buyer; reference to bill paying officer indicates structured payment processing.
  • ATC/ATC Clauses: Followed as provided by buyer; acceptance contingent on compliance with Sr.DME/WAT and Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT requirements.

Key Specifications

    • Product: Life Jacket for rail safety use, ISMS/SOLAS compliant with MSC 48 (66) and SOLAS 74
    • Category: SPECIFICATION; Outer Fabric: specified for life jackets (material quality not detailed in summary)
    • Certification: IRS approval required; copy to be provided to buyer
    • Branding: Buyer Logo to be applied; proper marking on each unit
    • Samples: Advance Sample(s) required prior to supply commencement
    • Delivery: To consignee SSE/BD/WAT; delivery coordination with Sr.DME/WAT and Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD: Not clearly specified in available data; bidders must verify

  • Delivery to SSE/BD/WAT with Sr.DME/WAT and Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT approvals

  • Supply scope limited to goods; no installation or services

Important Clauses

Delivery Schedule

Delivery must align with consignee instructions SSE/BD/WAT; exact timeline to be confirmed by buyer

Payment Terms

Payment processing terms to be confirmed by Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT; references indicate standard government payment procedures

Penalty/Liquidated Damages

Specific LD provisions not listed; bidders should seek explicit terms during bid clarification

Bidder Eligibility

  • IRS-certified life jacket supplier with valid accreditation

  • Experience in supplying safety garments to government railways (preferred)

  • GST compliance and financial stability documentation

Documents 3

GeM-Bidding-8513561.pdf

Main Document

CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
SPECIFICATION Description of Item Life Jacket - IOCL
MATERIAL Outer Fabric of Life Jacket Nylon Fabric
CERTIFICATION Possesion of Indian Registrar of Shipping (IRS) Approval /Certificate for Life Jacket Yes
CERTIFICATION Agreed to provide Copy of IRS Approval Certificate to buyer Yes
LOGO Buyer Logo As per buyer's requirements
MARKING Marking provided Name of manufacturer, Product Name, Model No/ Trade Name, Product Description, Weight, Girth, It should be clearly marked with IRS approval information and any operational restrictions., height
ADVANCE SAMPLE Agree to provide Advance Sample(s) for buyer's approval before commencement of supply Yes

Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

IRS Approval Certificate copy for life jackets

4

Advance sample submission documents

5

OEM authorization certificate (if applicable)

6

Technical compliance certificates (IF any)

7

Consignee contact details and delivery instructions

8

Bill passing and bill paying officer confirmations

Financial Results

Rank Seller Price Item
L1BHARAT TRADERS(MSE)( MSE Social Category:General )    Under PMA₹70,050Item Categories : Life Jacket (Resolution MSC 48 (66) and Solas 74)
L2MARINE MARKETING SERVICES( MSE Social Category:General )    Under PMA₹70,500Item Categories : Life Jacket (Resolution MSC 48 (66) and Solas 74)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about ANDHRA PRADESH tender market

What documents are required for the life jacket tender in Visakhapatnam?

Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN, IRS Approval Certificate copy for life jackets, advance sample documentation, and OEM authorizations if applicable. Include delivery details to SSE/BD/WAT and the relevant rail officer contacts. Ensure branding with the buyer logo on each unit.

How to ensure IRS approval compliance for life jackets in this tender?

Submit a valid IRS Approval Certificate copy for each life jacket model. The supplier should provide complete documentation demonstrating IRS certification and the ability to meet MSC 48 (66) and SOLAS 74 standards, with samples approved before mass supply.

What is the delivery destination for life jackets in this tender?

Delivery must be made to the consignee SSE/BD/WAT under the supervision of Sr.DME/WAT; payment and bills processed by Sr.DFM/ECoR/WAT. Coordinate with the specified contact to arrange on-time delivery and confirm lot quantities and labeling per buyer requirements.

What branding requirements are specified for the life jackets?

Each life jacket must display the Buyer Logo and include proper marking as specified by the purchaser. Ensure labeling complies with the marking standards and is clearly visible on all units prior to shipment.

What are the key technical standards for this life jacket tender?

Products must comply with MSC 48 (66) and SOLAS 74. Ensure outer fabric and construction meet rail safety criteria and IRS standards; provide IRS certification and sample approvals to demonstrate compliance before full-scale supply.

What is the scope of supply for this tender in East Coast Railway?

The scope is supply of goods only for life jackets. There is no installation or after-sales service specified. The bidder must include all costs in the bid price and ensure the goods conform to IRS approvals and branding requirements.

When is pre-approval of advance samples required for this bid?

Advance samples must be provided for buyer approval before commencement of supply. Ensure samples reflect the final product dimensions, fabric, labeling, and marking; obtain written approval to avoid production delays.