South Western Railway Anti-Corrosive Bituminous Paint Tender IS 9862/81 2026

Tender Overview

The South Western Railway invites bids for the supply of paint anti-corrosive bituminous black to IS:9862/81 (amendment 1, 1988; reaffirmed 2009) in new steel drums, 20 L capacity, conforming to IS:2552/89 (Reaffirmed 2018). The item requires BIS marked product with Grade-B2 and annual stock handling as described in the bid item. The contract covers only the supply of goods, with the material to be packed in non-returnable 20 L drums and delivered to designated consignee locations. Bidder must ensure shelf-life criteria and extend a 30-month warranty post-delivery. An advance sample may be required for buyer approval before bulk supply. Post-receipt inspection is conducted by the consignee. GST compliance and supplier invoices must align with GeM processes.

• Organization: South Western Railway
• Product: Paint anti corrosive bituminous black to IS:9862/81 with amendment 1 (1988) reaffirmed 2009
• Packaging: 20 Litre steel drums (non-returnable), IS:2552/89 reaffirmed 2018, Grade-B2
• Key terms: BIS licensing, type tests, advance sample, 30-month warranty, shelf life not earlier than 3 months before supply
• Inspection: Post-receipt inspection by the consignee; pre-dispatch not mandated in ATC
• GST: Reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: anti-corrosive bituminous black paint, BIS marked as per IS:9862/81 with amendment 1 (July 1988) reaffirmed 2009
• Packing: new steel drums, 20 L capacity, non-returnable, IS:2552/89 reaffirmed 2018, Grade-B2 (amendment No.1)
• Shelf life: must not be manufactured more than 3 months before supply; minimum shelf life of 12 months
• Warranty: 30 months post-delivery; longer/shorter warranty as per specification applicable
• Certificates: BIS licence, type test certificates, and other certificates as prescribed in product specs
• Advance sample: possible requirement prior to bulk supply; to be approved by buyer
• Inspection: post-receipt by consignee; pre-dispatch not applicable unless ATC specifies
• Scope of supply: inclusive of all costs within bid price; supply only (no services) as per item description

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• GST: bidder to verify GST applicability; reimbursement as actuals or per applicable rates, whichever lower
• Invoicing: upload scanned GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation on GeM portal
• Inspection: Post receipt inspection by consignee site; no pre-dispatch inspection unless ATC obligates
• Certificates: BIS licence, type test certificates, and other product-specific approvals
• Advance sample: may be required for approval before bulk supply
• Warranty: 30-month warranty from delivery date; extends if specified in product spec
• Scope: Bid price to include all cost components; only supply of goods
• Delivery: Not explicitly stated in summary; refer to ATC terms for schedule and penalties; ensure packaging and shelf-life compliance