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Southern Railway Flat Cable Copper Conductor ISI Marked to IS 694 Tender Tiruchirappalli Tamil Nadu 2026

Bid Publish Date

20-Feb-2026, 11:59 pm

Bid End Date

02-Mar-2026, 2:00 pm

Progress

Issue20-Feb-2026, 11:59 pm
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Quantity

2000

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Categories 16

Tender Overview

Southern Railway (Indian Railways), located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, seeks a supply-only contract for Flat Cable, Copper Conductor with PVC insulation and sheath that is ISI Marked to IS 694 (Q3). The scope specifies generic cable categories, insulation conforming to IS:5831:1984 latest, and copper conductors conforming to IS:8130:1984 latest, with selectable no. of cores and nominal conductor area in sq.mm. The tender includes an option clause for quantity variation up to 25% and requires a Material Test Certificate with delivery. The award region targets the Golden Rock/Senior Section Engineer vicinity, with the contract emphasizing standard-compliant cables and lab-based acceptance criteria. This procurement focuses on ensuring ISI-marked, standards-compliant flexible power/control cables for railway uses, with delivery terms aligned to extended schedules if options are exercised.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product category: Flat Cable, Copper Conductor with PVC insulation and sheath; ISI Marked to IS 694 (Q3)
  • Standards: IS 5831:1984 (latest) for insulation, IS 8130:1984 (latest) for conductor, ISI marking as per IS 694
  • Key attributes: Generic cable category; configurable No. of cores; configurable Nominal Area of Conductor (sq.mm); optional tape between cores and outer sheath
  • Documentation & testing: Include Material Test Certificate; buyer lab to conduct acceptance tests
  • Delivery scope: Pure supply of goods; installation not included; queries routed to SSEE/M/GOC at Golden Rock

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: Not specified in available data; bidders should verify in bidding documents
  • GST: Bidders must determine applicable GST; reimbursement governed by actuals or applicable rate, up to quoted GST percentage
  • Delivery & scope: Delivery terms align to original order with potential 25% quantity variation; extended delivery time formula applies
  • Documentation: Material Test Certificate to accompany delivery; OEM authorizations not explicitly stated but advisable for ISI/IS 694 compliance
  • Payment & penalties: Standard payment terms and potential options/penalties to be confirmed in contract; scope is supply-only and lab-based acceptance governs item acceptance

Key Specifications

  • Product: Flat Cable, Copper Conductor with PVC insulation and sheath

  • Conformance: ISI Marked to IS 694

  • Insulation standard: IS 5831:1984 (latest)

  • Conductor standard: IS 8130:1984 (latest)

  • Physical: No. of cores (configurable)

  • Electrical: Nominal area of conductor (sq.mm) (configurable)

  • Construction: Optional inter-core tape between cores and outer sheath

Terms & Conditions

  • Option clause allowing ±25% quantity variation at contract award and during currency

  • Delivery period linked to original order timeline with calculation for extended period

  • Material Test Certificate mandatory; lab tests determine acceptance

  • Scope limited to supply of goods; installation not included

  • GST responsibility rests with bidder; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rate

Important Clauses

Delivery & Quantity Variation

Purchaser may increase/decrease order quantity by up to 25% at placement and during currency; delivery extensions calculated by (increased/original quantity) × original delivery period with a 30-day minimum

GST & Tax

Bidders must determine applicable GST; reimbursement will be as actuals or at the quoted GST rate, whichever is lower

Material Test Certificate

MTC must accompany supply; buyer lab tests will determine acceptance; non-conforming items rejected

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in supplying ISI-marked cables to railways or large-scale industrial buyers

  • Demonstrable capability to supply IS 694 compliant flat cables

  • Financial stability to meet project scale and potential quantity variances

Documents 3

GeM-Bidding-9000166.pdf

Main Document

CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

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Category Specification Requirement
GENERIC Category of Cable FR
GENERIC Type of Insulation (shall conforming to IS:5831:1984 latest) Type A
GENERIC No. of core 3
GENERIC Conductor material (Complying with IS:8130:1984 latest) Plain copper
GENERIC Nominal Area of Conductor (in Sq.mm) 2.5
GENERIC Optional tape between the cores and outer sheath Yes

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates in cable supply to rail/industrial sector

4

Financial statements / solvency documents

5

EMD/Security deposit proof (as applicable)

6

Technical bid documents confirming ISI 694 compliance

7

OEM authorizations orManufacturer certifications for ISI marked cables

8

Material Test Certificate (MTC) to accompany delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market

How to bid for ISI 694 cables tender in Tiruchirappalli Tamil Nadu 2026

To bid, ensure your offer includes IS 694 ISI marked flat cables, confirm insulation per IS 5831:1984 and conductor per IS 8130:1984. Prepare GST details, GST % quoted, and attach Material Test Certificate. Include OEM authorizations and a robust financial statement. Delivery terms allow up to 25% quantity variation.

What documents are required for Southern Railway cable procurement 2026

Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for railway-scale supply, financial statements, EMD proof if applicable, MTC with delivery, and OEM authorization ensuring ISI 694 compliance. Technical bid must confirm insulation and conductor standards per IS 5831 and IS 8130.

What are the technical standards for ISI marked flat cables in this tender

Cables must be ISI Marked to IS 694, with insulation per IS 5831:1984 (latest) and conductor per IS 8130:1984 (latest). The tender allows configurable No. of cores and Nominal Area of Conductor (sq.mm), with optional inter-core tape between cores and outer sheath.

When is delivery expected under the 25% quantity option clause

Delivery terms permit a 25% quantity variation at contract placement and during the currency. The extended period uses the formula: (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; if original period < 30 days, use original period.

What is the scope of supply for this Southern Railway cable tender

The scope is strictly supply of goods for flat cables with ISI compliance. Installation or commissioning is not included. Ensure the submitted quote covers all cost components for delivery to the specified location in Tamil Nadu and provide MTC with the shipment.

What are common eligibility criteria for rail cable suppliers in 2026

Bidders should demonstrate prior experience supplying railways or large industrial buyers, ensure ISI 694 compliance, hold valid GST and financial statements, provide OEM authorizations, and present certifications for IS 5831 insulation and IS 8130 conductors.

What is required regarding the Material Test Certificate for this tender

The Material Test Certificate must accompany each delivery; the buyer’s lab will perform acceptance testing. Non-conforming items will be rejected, and acceptance hinges on lab results. Ensure the MTC explicitly confirms ISI marking and conformity to IS 5831 and IS 8130.

What payment considerations should bidders expect for this cable supply

Bidders should anticipate GST-related reimbursement clauses and standard railway payment terms. The tender notes that GST liability is the bidder’s responsibility and reimbursement is per actuals or applicable rate, with the final rate determined during contract. Ensure pricing reflects these terms.

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