Northern Railway PVC Copper Cable Tender IS 694 IS 8130 IS 5831 2026

Tender Overview

Northern Railway invites bids for the supply of PVC Copper Cable (Single Core and Multi Core Circular Sheathed Cord with Flexible Conductor) compliant with IS 694 (Q2). Estimated value is ₹24,24,974.20 with an EMD of ₹48,500. Category items reference conductor materials per IS 8130 and insulation per IS 5831, with specified number of cores and sheath type. The procurement is location-agnostic in the document, but the product category targets railway cable needs for rolling stock or station infrastructure. A key differentiator is the requirement for ** OEM test certificates / BIS compliance** and the possibility of BIS license verification at bid time. The scope is limited to the supply of goods; installation is not included. This tender emphasizes documentation from OEMs and authorized dealers to ensure authenticity. Unique clauses include option-based quantity variation up to 25% and extended delivery calculations triggered by bulk adjustments, with minimum 30 days extra delivery time when invoked.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: PVC copper cable, single core and multi-core circular sheathed cord with flexible conductor
• Standards: IS 694 (Q2); conductor material IS 8130; insulation IS 5831
• Conductor/Insulation/Sheath: Specified cross-section area (in mm²) and number of cores; sheath type to be clarified in supplier datas sheet
• Certifications: BIS license/certificate required; OEM test certificates; NABL/Govt lab test reports acceptable
• Documentation at bid: BIS certificate (OEM authorized if agent), test reports and BIS conformity documents to be provided on bidding or demand
• Delivery scope: Pure supply of Goods; no installation included
• ATC/Past Performance: Proof of 20% bid quantity supply to central/state govt or PSU in last 3 financial years preferred; keep POs/contract copies ready

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹48,500 (as specified)
• Delivery terms: Quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25%; extended delivery time calculated as (additional/original) × original days with a minimum of 30 days
• Eligibility: OEM or authorized dealer/distributor with tender-specific authorization; BIS license mandatory; past performance proof required for bulk orders
• Payment & scope: Bid price to include all costs; scope limited to supply of Goods
• Documentation: Submit GST and PAN, OEM authorization, BIS certificates, test reports, and central govt/PSU supply proof if available
• Penalties: Compliance with option clause and delivery schedules; ensure timely response to demand for documents