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Eastern Railway PVC Flat Cable Tender IS 694 2025 – ISI Marked Copper Conductor with PVC Insulation & Sheath

Posted

18 Oct 2025, 11:35 am

Deadline

29 Oct 2025, 10:00 am

Location

HOWRAH , WEST BENGAL

Progress

Issue18 Oct 2025, 11:35 am
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Quantity

11000

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • ISI marked IS 694 compliant PVC flat cable with copper conductor per IS 8130/IS 5831
  • • BIS license/ISI certification required; OEM authorization if not manufacturer
  • • 30-month OEM warranty from final acceptance; post-delivery service network across India
  • • Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; Govt. lab test reports at delivery
  • • Make/brand clearly specified in offer; year/month of manufacture to be disclosed
  • • Rail-specific past performance evidence may be requested (CRAC/CRC/R note) for eligibility
  • • IS markings and test reports to be uploaded with bid; GST terms as per actuals

Categories 9

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Tender Overview

Eastern Railway invites bids for PVC Flat Cable with Copper Conductor and PVC insulation/sheath in compliance with IS 694 (Q3). The scope references core counts, nominal conductor area, insulation per IS 5831:1984 (latest), and conductor material per IS 8130:1984 (latest) with optional core间 tape. Bidders must provide BIS license/ISI marking, OEM authorization if not manufacturer, and post-reception inspection at consignee site. Warranty is governed by the supplier’s standard period, with a 30-month minimum per ATC guidance, and service coverage across India. The procurement emphasizes ISI compliance, brand clarity, and prior rail-specific performance evidence, with final acceptance contingent on Govt-approved lab test reports at delivery. This tender targets qualified electronics and electrical cable manufacturers capable of meeting stringent railway standards and after-sales support requirements.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product category: PVC flat cable with copper conductor; PVC insulation and sheath per IS 694 (Q3)
  • Insulation standard: IS 5831:1984 (latest); Conductor standard: IS 8130:1984 (latest)
  • Conductor material: Copper; No. of cores and Nominal conductor area (Sq.mm) as specified in contract
  • Optional tape between cores and outer sheath
  • Standards/compliance: ISI marked, BIS license; government lab test reports at delivery; OEM authorization if not manufacturer
  • Warranty & support: OEM warranty; 30-month warranty period referenced; service centers nationwide; installation/training support as required
  • Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee location; pre-dispatch inspection not applicable unless ATC specifies
  • Brand clarity: Make/brand must be clearly specified in bid; vendor to upload service/maintenance capability

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • GST: Bid pricing based on current GST; reimbursement as actuals or applicable rate (not exceeding quoted GST)
  • Certificates: Mandatory BIS license/ISI documentation uploaded with bid
  • Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection per ATC if selected
  • Warranty: 30-month OEM warranty from final acceptance; warranty certificates required at delivery; service network across India
  • Documents: OEM authorization if not manufacturer; test reports from Govt. approved lab; year-month of manufacture on label
  • Branding: Clear Make/Brand specified; year/month of manufacture visible on product
  • ATC specifics: All additional specifications to be followed; ISI marking mandatory; past performance with Indian Railways may be considered
  • Delivery & acceptance: Final acceptance after installation/testing at consignee location; post-delivery documentation required

Key Specifications

  • PVC flat cable with copper conductor

  • Insulation: IS 5831:1984 (latest)

  • Conductor: IS 8130:1984 (latest)

  • Outer sheath: PVC per IS 694

  • Optional inter-core tape between cores and outer sheath

  • Nominal conductor area and number of cores as per BOQ/contract

Terms & Conditions

  • GST applicable with reimbursement per actuals or lower rate, whichever is applicable

  • Bidder must upload BIS license/ISI and OEM authorization (if not manufacturer)

  • Warranty: 30 months from final acceptance; post-delivery support nationwide

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

GST treatment on bid price; reimbursement per actuals or lower rate; no implied GST responsibility beyond quoted rate

Delivery Schedule

Delivery/acceptance contingent on post-receipt inspection; lab test reports at delivery may be required

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

ATC may specify penalties for non-compliance or late delivery; details to be provided in tender documents

Bidder Eligibility

  • BIS-licensed supplier with ISI certification for PVC cables

  • Manufacturer or OEM-authorized bidder with proven rail-sector experience

  • Ability to provide post-sales service centers nationwide and 30-month warranty

Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
GENERIC Category of Cable FR-LSH
GENERIC Type of Insulation (shall conforming to IS:5831:1984 latest) Type A
GENERIC No. of core 2
GENERIC Conductor material (Complying with IS:8130:1984 latest) Plain copper
GENERIC Nominal Area of Conductor (in Sq.mm) 1.5
GENERIC Optional tape between the cores and outer sheath Yes

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Required Documents

1

GST certificate

2

PAN card

3

BIS license/ISI certification

4

OEM authorization (if not manufacturer)

5

Technical compliance certificates

6

Govt. approved lab test reports

7

Experience certificates or evidence of past performance with Indian Railways (if requested)

8

Service center details and warranty documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for PVC flat cable tender in Eastern Railway 2025?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, BIS license/ISI, OEM authorization if not manufacturer, and Govt-lab test reports. Include proof of past rail performance, ensure IS 5831 and IS 8130 compliance, and specify brand. Delivery terms follow post-receipt inspection; warranty is 30 months from final acceptance.

What documents are required for ISI marked cable tender in Railways?

Submit GST certificate, PAN, BIS/ISI certification, OEM authorization, technical compliance certificates, and Govt-lab test reports. Include service center details, warranty documents, and year/month of manufacture labels. Upload past performance evidence if requested by Eastern Railway.

What standards govern the PVC flat cable in this Railways tender?

Cables must use IS 5831:1984 (latest) insulation, IS 8130:1984 (latest) copper conductor, and IS 694 for outer sheath. Bid must be ISI marked with BIS license; lab tests at delivery are required for acceptance.

What is the required warranty for cables under this bid?

Warranty period is 30 months from final acceptance or post-installation testing, whichever is later. OEM warranty certificates must accompany delivery, and the bidder must demonstrate nationwide service support and certified maintenance capability.

What is the inspection process for delivery under this tender?

Post-receipt inspection occurs at the consignee site before acceptance. Pre-dispatch inspection is only if specified in ATC. Govt-approved lab test reports are required at the time of delivery to validate conformity with IS standards.

Are OEM authorizations mandatory for non-manufacturer bidders?

Yes. If not the manufacturer, bidders must submit OEM authorization certificates. This ensures warranty backing, access to service centers, and compliance with Indian Railways after-sales support expectations.

What brand clarity and labeling are required for this procurement?

Bid must clearly specify make/brand, include year-month of manufacture on the product label, and provide complete installation/training/support details as part of post-sales obligations.

Where can bidders verify past performance requirements for Railways?

Railways may request prior performance records such as CRAC, R note, CRC, or CRN from bidders with Indian Railways experience within the last three years; submit relevant documents to support eligibility.