Tender Overview
The tender is issued by West Central Railway for the supply of Safety Footwear (V3) compliant with ISI marked IS 15298 (Part 2). Scope focuses on the procurement of footwear with specifications covering upper material, toe cap, lining, insock, and outsole, aligned to Indian Railways safety norms. Key differentiator includes mandatory ISI marking and V3 design, with a 1-year warranty requirement and after-sales service capability across India.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: Safety Footwear, V3 ISI marked to IS 15298 (Part 2)
- Materials: Upper material, quarter lining, toe cap, insole, insock, performance resistance insert, outsole material specified
- Standards/Certifications: ISI marked footwear; compliance with IS 15298 Part 2; OEM warranty certificates to be submitted at delivery; warranty period: 1 year from final acceptance or after commissioning
- Inspection & Acceptance: Pre-dispatch inspection by an agency (RITES possible) or post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection clause if selected
- Tender Conditions: Advance sample submission within 21 days of award, with buyer approval or modification list within 15 days; bulk supply to follow approved sample; option to adjust quantities by up to 25% during contract; delivery periods to be calculated per clause; supplier must have established service centers in India for after-sales service
- Delivery & Scope: Scope includes only supply of goods; delivery schedule aligned to contract terms; inspection as per ATC terms
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Warranty: 1 year warranty from final acceptance; OEM warranty certificates required; after-sales service network to be provided with location details uploaded with bid
- Quality/Testing: ISI certification and IS 15298 compliance; pre-dispatch and post-delivery inspections; advance sample approval process
- Delivery & Variations: Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation; delivery time computed using formula ((additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period) with a minimum of 30 days
- Payment & Documentation: Payment terms not detailed in available data; bid requires submission of standard regulatory documents (GST, PAN, experience) as part of the bidder qualification; inspection agency details and scope noted
- Eligibility: Only suppliers capable of nationwide after-sales support; evidence of installation/training/troubleshooting capabilities; ISI 15298 Part 2 compliance evident in product catalog and certificates
- Risk & Penalties: Delivery extensions possible within contract limits; penalties/LD not explicitly specified in provided data
