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Western Railway invites bids for ISO certification services covering ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 including recertification audits, with scope aligned to the organization’s QMS, EMS, and OH&S requirements. The procurement is based in Vadodara, Gujarat (390001) with an estimated value of ₹250,633.44. The tender explicitly disallows JV participation and accepts Demand Draft (DD) as a form of security, payable at Vadodara; scanned DD submission is permitted with hard copy delivery within 15 days of award. Notable terms specify ATC/SLA precedence over GTC/STC, ensuring compliance with all tender documents and corrigenda. The absence of BOQ items indicates a services-oriented engagement focused on certification activities rather than tangible goods. This procurement targets ISO certification bodies capable of delivering multi-standard audits while aligning with GeM terms and the specific SOW.
ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS audit for railway operations
ISO 14001:2015 certified EMS audit and documentation
ISO 45001:2018 OH&S audit and compliance verification
Recertification audit scope as per ISO requirements
Delivery of certificates and documentary evidence with timelines
Disallowance of JV participation; adherence to GeM terms
DD-based EMD acceptable; hard copy required within 15 days of award
JV firms not allowed; partnership deeds mandatory for partnerships
ATC/SLA precedence over GTC; ensure submission of all required documents
DD security accepted; no advance mentioned; final payment terms to be as per ATC/contract.
Audits and certification activities to be completed within the timeframe defined in SOW; prompt submission of required documentation.
Penalties, if any, will be defined in ATC/SLA; not specified in available data.
Not eligible: JV firms
Must have ISO certification audit experience for QMS/EMS/OHS
Financial capability to sustain project activities during audit cycle
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
80 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
EMD Required
No
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Hiring Of Agency For ISO Certification Service - ISO 9001 - Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 14001 - Environmental Management System (EMS), ISO 45001 - Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHAS); Re-certification Audit; As per scope of..
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
40
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Vadodara
Delivery Pincodes
390020
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manishchandra Tiwari | 390020,Office of Senior Section Engineer (Carriage & Wagon) Vadodara Railway Station, Vadodara, Gujarat-390020. | Vadodara | Gujarat | 390020 | 1 | - | - |
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for ISO certification services
Financial statements / turnover evidence
EMD documents or DD as security
Technical bid documents and compliance certificates
OEM authorizations (if applicable)
Partnership deed (for partnerships)
Key insights about GUJARAT tender market
Bidders must submit certificates and documents listed in the Bid Document, ATC, and Corrigendum. Provide DD as EMD, payable to Sr Divisional Finance Manager, Vadodara, with hard copy within 15 days of award. Include ISO 9001/14001/45001 experience, turnover evidence, and ensure JV is not allowed. Compliance with GTC/STC and SLA precedence is essential.
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, ISO audit experience certificates, financial statements, EMD/DD security, technical bid, OEM authorizations (if applicable), and partnership deed if applicable. Ensure all documents match the GeM ATC/Corrigendum and are uploaded before bid submission.
The bidder must deliver audits for ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018, including recertification audits. Documents proving prior successful audits, scope alignment with railway operations, and conformity to the Indian Railways’ SOW must be provided, with evidence of capability to issue compliant certificates.
The bid requires submission of all mandatory certificates and documents as per the Bid Document/ATC; JV prohibition applies. Since the start date is not specified, bidders should monitor GeM portal for submission windows and ensure DD security is arranged and delivered within 15 days post-award.
Payment terms follow ATC provisions; security is via DD paid to the Vadodara authority; no explicit advance is stated in available data. The contract will specify final payment terms after award, typically subject to milestone audits and delivery of compliant certificates.
The estimated contract value is ₹250,633.44. This signals a mid-scale ISO certification project requiring robust documentation, timely audits, and strict adherence to ISOs. Bidders should budget for audit durations, resources, and ensure capability to meet the scope for three ISO standards.
JV firms are not allowed; if a partnership is used, a valid Partnership Deed must be submitted with the bid. Failure to include this document leads to bid rejection. Ensure all partners are not aggregated for this single-entity audit service.