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Directorate Of Purchase And Stores PVC Cable Tender India IS 694 2025

Posted

29 Oct 2025, 12:57 pm

Deadline

10 Nov 2025, 01:00 pm

Progress

Issue29 Oct 2025, 12:57 pm
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Quantity

65000

Category

PVC Copper Cable Single Core and Multi Core Circular Sheathed Cord with Flexible Conductor (V2) as per IS 694

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Tender Overview

Directorate Of Purchase And Stores invites bids for PVC Copper Cable Single Core and Multi Core Circular Sheathed Cord with Flexible Conductor (V2) as per IS 694 (Q2) and PVC Insulated Unsheathed Cable as per IS 694 (Q2). The scope is Only supply of Goods with potential quantity adjustments of up to 25% during contract. Pre-dispatch inspection is required at seller premises, with inspection charges borne by the buyer; delivery timing linked to original and extended delivery orders. The procurement emphasizes compliance with IS 694 family cables, certificates, and documented test reports. This tender includes a flexible delivery window and mandatory documentation to verify standard conformance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Category of Cable as per IS 694 Cl 1.1; Conductor material conforming to IS:8130; Nominal Cross Sectional Area in Sq mm; Type of Insulation conforming to IS:5831; Number of cores; Sheath type.
  • Certifications: Availability of test certificates from OEM, Govt Lab, or NABL Accredited Lab; provision of all relevant documents including Test Reports, BIS certificates on bid or on demand.
  • Additional repeats of the same categories imply consistent compliance with the IS 694 family and related standards.
  • The BOQ reveals no items listed, but the technical scope centers on IS 694-compliant cables with specified conductor, insulation, and sheath requirements.
  • Includes documentation and certification expectations to accompany bid submission.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Scope of Supply: Only supply of goods; no installation services.
  • Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates; extended delivery time formula applies with minimum 30 days.
  • Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises; external lab charges borne by Buyer; in-house testing provided by seller at no cost.
  • EMD/PBG: Details not specified in available data; bidders should prepare standard EMD as per GFR/DMF norms and provide performance bank guarantee if required.
  • Emphasis on IS 694 compliance, test reports, and BIS/NABL certifications as part of bid readiness.

Key Specifications

    • Category of Cable: IS 694 (Cl 1.1) compliant
    • Conductor material: Conforms to IS:8130
    • Nominal Cross Sectional Area: specified in Sq mm (value not provided)
    • Type of Insulation: conforms to IS:5831
    • No. of cores: as per IS 694 cable category
    • Sheath type: specified per IS 694 cable family
    • Test Certificates: from OEM / Govt Lab / NABL Accredited Lab
    • Documentation: BIS certificate/test reports to be provided at bidding or on demand

Terms & Conditions

  • Option to adjust contract quantity ±25% at contracted rates

  • Delivery period governed by original delivery order plus extension rules

  • Pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises with buyer/external agency involvement

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in the available data; bidders should verify with the buyer during bid submission

Delivery Schedule

Delivery commencement from the last date of original delivery order; extended period as per option clause with minimum 30 days

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not detailed in provided information; bidders should expect standard L#. terms per GTC

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in supplying IS 694 cables or similar electrical cables

  • Ability to provide NABL/Govt lab test certificates or OEM test reports

  • Compliance with BIS certification requirements upon demand

Technical Specifications 2 Items

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
GENERIC Category of Cable (As per Cl 1.1 of IS 694) 02
GENERIC Conductor material (shall conforming to IS:8130 ) Annealed Bare Copper
GENERIC Nominal Cross Sectional Area of Conductor (in Sq mm) 1.5
GENERIC Type of Insulation (shall conforming to IS:5831) Type D
GENERIC No of core 1 Core
GENERIC Sheath type Type ST2 (HR)
CERTIFICATIONS Availability of Test Certificates from any OEM, Govt Lab, NABL Accredited Lab No
CERTIFICATIONS Agree to provide all relevant documents including Test Report/supporting document / reports / BIS certificate etc to the buyer at the time of bidding or on demand No

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for similar cable supply

4

Financial statements (audited if available)

5

EMD/Security deposit documentation

6

Technical bid document outlining cable specifications

7

OEM authorization certificate (if applicable)

8

Test reports from NABL/Govt Lab or OEM

9

BIS certificate or compliance documentation

10

Any other documents requested at bid submission or on demand

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for IS 694 cables tender in India 2025?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD, and technical bid with OEM authorizations. Ensure IS 694 conformity (IS 8130 conductor, IS 5831 insulation) and NABL/Govt lab test reports or OEM tests. Attach BIS certificates and follow pre-dispatch inspection requirements.

What are required documents for PVC cable procurement in India?

Submit GST, PAN, company financials, experience certificates for similar cables, EMD/Security deposit, technical bid, OEM authorization, NABL/Govt lab test reports, BIS certificate, and any additional documents requested during bid submission or on demand.

What standards must IS 694 cables meet for this bid in India?

Cables must comply with IS 694, with conductor material per IS 8130, insulation per IS 5831, and conductors sized per specified cross-sectional area. Test certificates from NABL or OEM labs are required, along with BIS certification when applicable.

What is the delivery flexibility for quantity under this tender?

The purchaser may adjust quantity by ±25% at contracted rates. If extended, delivery time scales by (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days; extension may be applied within contract limits.

What documents confirm compliance during pre-dispatch inspection?

The buyer or nominated external agency conducts pre-dispatch inspection; in-house testing by seller is provided at no cost. Inspection results must be cleared before shipment; external inspection charges are borne by the buyer.

What test certificates are required at bid submission?

Provide test certificates from OEM, Govt Lab, or NABL accredited labs, plus BIS certificates if available. These documents must support IS 694 cable conformity and be supplied during bidding or on demand by the buyer.

Who bears inspection fees and who arranges the inspection?

Inspection charges for external labs are borne by the Buyer. Seller provides facilities for in-house testing; the Buyer or consignee appoints the inspection agency with notice given via email.

Are there any specific cross-sectional area requirements mentioned?

Cross-sectional area is specified in the BOQ as 'Nominal Cross Sectional Area of Conductor (in Sq mm)', but exact values are not disclosed in the available data; bidders should prepare cables across standard sizes per IS 694.