Directorate Of Purchase And Stores XLPE Cable Tender 1.1 KV IS 7098 Part 1 Mine Use 2026

Tender Overview

The bidding organization is the Directorate Of Purchase And Stores for the Department Of Atomic Energy. The procurement focuses on XLPE Cable for working voltages up to 1.1 kV as per IS 7098 (Part 1), including numerous construction and certification attributes. Key features include mine suitability, low-temperature performance, and enhanced fire performance classification. Although start/end dates and estimated value are not disclosed, the scope emphasizes full supply of cable with specified conductor area, core count, insulation/outer sheath specifications, and marking standards, delivered on standard drum lengths. The contract allows quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after contracting, at contracted rates, with delivery timing adjustments tied to the original delivery window. The pre-dispatch inspection regime is defined, with external lab testing optionally funded by the buyer or performed in-house by the seller at no cost. This tender prioritizes traceable testing, marking, and packaging compliance, alongside clear inspection and acceptance processes.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: XLPE cable for up to 1.1 kV as per IS 7098 (Part 1). Conforms to multiple standards including mine-use suitability and low-temperature performance.
• Conductor & Insulation: Material of conductor, colour of XLPE insulation, and inner sheath type to be specified; global marking requirements include sequential marking on cable.
• Armouring & Sheath: Type of cable, material/ type of armouring, and outer sheath standard/type/colour must be declared.
• Conductor Geometry: Nominal area (Sq mm) and number of cores to be specified for each BOQ item; required to meet IS 7098 Part 1 compliance.
• Certification & Testing: Availability of type test reports from Govt Lab/NABL/ILAC accredited labs; optional test reports may be provided.
• Packing: Standard drum length (m) and cable marking scheme.
• Delivery & Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection by buyer/authorized agency; inspection timing is 7 days from notification; external inspection costs borne by buyer.
• Scope of Supply: Bid price must include all costs for delivery of goods; only supply of goods is specified.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract rates; extended delivery periods apply with calculated time; minimum extension 30 days.
• EMD & PBG: As per GTE terms; submission of required financial/electronic security is implied within bid documents.
• Delivery & Payment: Delivery periods aligned to original order; payment terms not detailed in available data.
• Inspection & Acceptance: Pre-dispatch inspection outcomes govern dispatch; buyer’s right of rejection remains intact post-delivery.
• Documents: Bidders must be prepared to furnish standard GST, PAN, and relevant certifications upon bid submission; exact list is defined in the buyer terms.