North Western Railway XLPE Cable Tender Rajasthan IS 7098 Part 1 1.1 kV 2025

Tender Overview

North Western Railway invites bids for XLPE cable procurement intended for working voltages up to and including 1.1 kV as per IS 7098 (Part 1), in NAGAUR, RAJASTHAN 305026. Estimated value: ₹81,70,608.00 with EMD ₹1,63,420. Tender scope encompasses cables with specified construction, marking, packing, and type test/certification requirements. Key differentiators include conformity to minimum standards for mining and low-temperature operation, and mandatory markings and drum specifications. This tender is issued under Indian Railways procurement rules to ensure IS 7098 compliance and robust post-installation support.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: XLPE cable for voltages up to 1.1 kV with IS 7098 (Part 1) compliance
• Standards referenced: IS 7098 (Part 1), cables for mining and low-temperature use, fire performance classification
• Essential construction data: conductor material, conductor standard, XLPE insulation color, inner sheath type, outer sheath standard/type/color
• Armouring: type and material, number of armour wires/strips per cable size (0 for unarmoured)
• Packing/marking: drum standards, drum markings, standard length per drum, WLL of cable on drum, and cable identification
• Certification: availability of type test reports from Govt/NABL/ILAC accredited labs; optional test reports
• Delivery/inspection: option for pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises; post-receipt inspection at consignee site
• QA/equipment: OEM/authorized service presence in India if imported; inspection by nominated agency (RITES/CONSIGNEE)

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity flexibility: purchaser may increase/decrease up to 25% of bid/contract quantity; extended delivery time proportionally with a minimum of 30 days
• Imported products: OEM/Authorized Seller must have registered Indian office for after-sales service
• EMD/Performance: EMD of ₹1,63,420; performance security via PBG, or DD/FDR options with delivery of originals within 15 days of award
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection optional
• Documents: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorization, and technical compliance certificates as applicable
• Penalties/Warranty: standard GeM terms apply with potential extensions/penalties for non-compliance
• Delivery terms: delivery period linked to order date; option clause governs extended periods within contractual limits