South Central Railway General Purpose Machinery and Spindle Oils Tender Chittoor Andhra Pradesh IS 493 Q3 2026

Tender Overview

The South Central Railway invites bids for general purpose machinery and spindle oils conforming to IS 493 (Q3), targeted at the CHITTOOR, ANDHRA PRADESH location. The procurement includes oil classification, packing size, unit, and conformity testing reports with on-demand certificates. Bidders must be OEMs or OEM Authorized dealers and provide past performance documentation. The contract embeds an option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates and a delivery time framework aligned to extended periods with minimum 30 days added time. The opportunity focuses on ensuring IS 493 (Q3) compliance and timely delivery of quality lubricants for railway maintenance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: General purpose spindle oils and associated machinery lubricants conforming to IS 493 (Q3)
• Key requirements: Oil classification, packing size, unit specification, and packing/marking guidance
• Certification/testing: Bidders must furnish test reports and certificates proving conformity on demand; IS 493 (Q3) compliance
• OEM/authorized dealer condition: Bidder must be an OEM or OEM Authorized dealer with dealership certificate
• Past performance evidence: Upload receipts/CRNs/CRAC or consignee receipt notes for similar items
• Deviation handling: Any deviation from additional specifications must be clearly indicated; otherwise, it is assumed compliant
• Delivery scope: Delivery terms align with option clause and extended periods as per clause 1
• Notes: No BOQ items available; focus on conformity to IS 493 (Q3) and OEM credentials

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD / security: Not explicitly stated in the summary; bidders should confirm submission requirements under T&C
• Quantity variation: Up to 25% increase/decrease at contract time and during currency
• Delivery timeline: Based on last delivery order date; minimum added time of 30 days if extended
• OEM requirement: Must be OEM or OEM Authorized dealer with valid certificate
• Documentation: Past performance documents (R NOTE/CRN/CRAC) required; GEM invoices not acceptable
• Bid validity & integrity: Firm undertaking to not withdraw or modify bid; ensure authenticity of documents
• Warranty/penalties: Not specified; bidders should seek explicit terms in final contract
• Compliance: All medical and safety certifications not indicated; focus remains IS 493 (Q3) conformity