Southern Railway XLPE Cable Tender 1.1 KV IS 7098 Part 1 Q2 Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 2026
Bid Publish Date
08-Sep-2026, 10:46 am
Bid End Date
21-Sep-2026, 2:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Southern Railway invites bids for the supply of XLPE Cable rated for working voltage up to 1.1 KV, conforming to IS 7098 (Part 1), under the Q2 category. The material must be delivered to SSE/EW/TVC, Power House Rd, East Fort, Chalai, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695036 with delivery and invoicing in the named address. An OEM or authorized dealer must supply the item, with post-inspection by the consignee or RITES as applicable. The scope is strictly supply of goods; installation, if any, is not specified. The contract requires minimum 3 years of prior govt/PSU supply experience and NABL/WTC-certified test documentation. The tender emphasizes GST-compliant invoicing on the GeM portal and a 12-month warranty. Unique clauses include earth excavation charges borne by the supplier for failures within the warranty period and mandatory NABL/WTC certificates with batch and reference numbers. The opportunity targets suppliers with ISO/ISI or equivalent credentials, and emphasizes OEM authorization and proper documentary support.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: XLPE Cable for up to 1.1 KV working voltage, IS 7098 (Part 1), Q2 category
- Certification expectations: NABL/WTC test certificates; WTC on manufacturer letterhead; ISI-certified supplier documentation
- Delivery/invoice: In the name of SSE/EW/TVC, Power House Rd, East Fort, Chalai, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695036; GST invoice upload required
- Inspection: Pre-dispatch by the seller if ATC selects it; post-receipt inspection by consignee or RITES per ATC
- Warranty: 12 months from supply; earth excavation charges for failures during warranty borne by supplier
- Eligibility: OEM or authorized dealer; 3 years’ govt/PSU supply experience; documentary contract proofs
- Documentation: GST, PAN, experience certificates, NABL/WTC certificates including batch/serial details
- Payment/QA: All payments per GST compliance; NABL/WTC and purchase references aligned to tender terms
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Deposit: Not explicitly specified in data; submission requires standard govt/PSU norms; verify ATC
- Experience criteria: Must have supplied same or similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSU for 3 years prior to bid opening; submit contracts showing annual quantity
- Delivery & warranty: Delivery to Thiruvananthapuram location; 12-month warranty; earth excavation costs borne by supplier for failures within warranty
- Payment terms: GST-compliant invoicing on GeM; payment terms aligned to govt norms via tender documents
- Documentation: GST certificate, PAN, firm registration, OEM authorization, NABL/WTC certificates, LOA/IS references
- Inspection: RITES or consignee-based inspection depending on value and ATC; pre-dispatch if selected
- Special conditions: Material to be supplied and invoiced in the named SSE/EW/TVC address; items procured from OEM or authorized dealers only
Key Specifications
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Product: XLPE Cable
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Working voltage: up to 1.1 KV
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Standard: IS 7098 (Part 1)
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Certificate: NABL/WTC test certificates with batch/ drum/ serial numbers
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Vendor: OEM or authorized dealer only
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Warranty: 12 months
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Inspection: RITES or consignee inspection per ATC
Terms & Conditions
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OEM/authorized dealer only supply; dealer authorization mandatory
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12-month warranty; earth excavation charges borne by supplier for warranty failures
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NABL/WTC certificates with batch/serial details and LOA required
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST-compliant invoicing on GeM; payment terms aligned to govt norms via ATC
Delivery Schedule
Delivery to SSE/EW/TVC, Power House Rd, East Fort, Chalai, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695036; installation, if covered, to be clarified in ATC
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Warranty period of 12 months; earth excavation charges for failures within warranty payable by supplier
Bidder Eligibility
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3 years of experience in supplying similar XLPE cables to govt/PSU
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Evidence of OEM authorization or authorized dealer status
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NABL/WTC test certificates including batch/serial details; ISI compliance if applicable
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
400
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
20 %
Warranty Period
12 months
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
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
XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV Marked To IS 7098 (Part 1) (Q2)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Thiruvananthapuram
Delivery Pincodes
695014
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geo Paul | 695014,Office of the Senior Section Engineer W TVC Trivandrum Division , Southern Railway Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram-695014, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM CITY, 695014 | Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala | 695014 | 400 | 30 | - |
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Required Documents
GST Registration Certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card
Experience certificates from govt/PSU suppliers (minimum 3 years)
Financial statements or turnover evidence
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as applicable in ATC)
Technical compliance certificates (NABL/WTC where applicable)
OEM authorization or dealer authorization documentation
LOA/IS certificates and batch/serial details for tested cables
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents are required for XLPE cable tender in Thiruvananthapuram?
Bidders must submit GST certificate, PAN, OEM authorization, experience proofs of 3 years with govt/PSU customers, NABL/WTC test certificates showing batch/serial details, and financial statements. Invoices should be GST-compliant on GeM; include LOA/IS references where applicable.
How to verify eligibility for IS 7098 Part 1 XLPE cable procurement?
Eligibility requires 3 years of govt/PSU supply experience, OEM or authorized dealer status, NABL/WTC certificates, and ISI-compliant manufacturer support. Provide contract copies showing annual quantities and ensure proper GST invoicing on GeM portal.
What is the warranty period for XLPE cables in this tender?
The tender mandates a 12-month warranty period from the date of supply. Any warranty claims may require earth excavation cost bearing by the supplier for failures within the warranty term.
When will pre-dispatch or post-receipt inspection occur for cables?
ATC specifies inspection by either RITES (pre-dispatch or post-receipt) or consignee inspection at the destination. If pre-dispatch is selected, inspection occurs at seller premises; post-receipt occurs at the consignee site.
What standards and certifications must be attached to the NABL/WTC certificates?
Certificates must include Batch No./Drum No./Lot No./Serial No. of tested cable, LOA/Agreement reference, and Railway as consignee. Certificates should be on manufacturer letterhead and show ISI/compliance where applicable.
What is the delivery destination for material in this tender?
Material must be delivered to SSE/EW/TVC, Power House Rd, East Fort, Chalai, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695036; invoicing must also be in the same organization name per ATC.
How should bidders structure GST invoicing for this tender?
Bidders must upload GST invoices on GeM with GST portal confirmation screenshots. Invoices should reference the supplying OEM or authorized dealer and conform to standard govt GST requirements.
What is the scope of supply for this XLPE cable tender?
Scope is strictly the supply of goods; installation and commissioning, if covered, will be specified in ATC. The bidder must ensure OEM/authorized dealer status and provide NABL/WTC certificates for the supplied cables.