South Eastern Railway Pallet Truck (V3) Q2 Tender 2026 – IS 550/ISO standards, Battery, Motor & Fork specs

Tender Overview

The organization issuing the procurement is South Eastern Railway, seeking a Pallet Truck (V3) (Q2). The scope focuses on the supply and commissioning of pallet trucks with configurable parameters across generic categories, including load capacity, fork and wheel types, drive/motor arrangements, and operator provisions. Although a formal BOQ is not listed, the tender emphasizes compliance with an option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract execution. The delivery timeline references must align with the last delivery order date, with additional time calculated if quantities rise. This notice targets suppliers capable of delivering under Railway procurement norms, with bid terms requiring installation, testing, and commissioning within the contract framework.

Key differentiators include the breadth of generic parameter coverage (load/width/length/height specs, brake and safety features, battery chemistry and voltage, and emergency controls) and the flexibility to modify quantities during the contract period. Bidders should prepare for a structured evaluation of technical compliance and delivery capability in the context of Railways’ equipment standards and operational requirements.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Type of Pallet Truck
• Load Capacity (kg)
• Fork Material
• Lift pump assembly
• Fork Wheel / Load wheel Type
• Steering Wheel / Drive Wheel Type
• Handle type (tiller arm)
• Brakes Mechanism
• Provision for Operator
• Protect Arm availability
• Emergency Stop Button
• Drive/Traction Motor Type
• Lift Motor Type
• Traction Battery Chemistry
• Traction Battery Capacity (Ah)
• Traction Battery Voltage
• Width Over Forks (mm)
• Fork Arm Length (mm)
• Lowered Fork Height (mm)

Note: The BOQ contains no items; the tender outlines generic parameter expectations for comprehensive pallet truck specification and integration readiness within Indian Railways procurement norms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease bid quantity up to 25% at contract placement and during currency with contracted rates; additional delivery time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, min 30 days.
• Scope of Supply: Bid price must cover Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of goods.
• EMD and payment terms, delivery timelines, and exact submission documents are expected in the final bid package; the tender specifies these elements but does not publish concrete amounts here.
• Bidders must comply with the option mechanism and deliver in alignment with last delivery order dates and any extended periods as per the option clause.