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Southern Railway Earth Moving Equipment Crane Hiring Ernakulam Kerala 15 Tonne Capacity 2025

Bid Publish Date

30-Dec-2025, 5:20 pm

Bid End Date

13-Jan-2026, 5:00 pm

EMD

₹92,570

Value

₹46,28,200

Progress

Issue30-Dec-2025, 5:20 pm
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Quantity

1

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Categories 13

Tender Overview

Southern Railway invites bids for Earth Moving Equipment, Material Handling Equipment and Cranes (per Hour basis), specifically a Crane of 15 Tonne Capacity to be deployed at the Ernakulam Marshalling Yard, Ernakulam, Kerala 682032. Estimated contract value is ₹4,628,200 with an EMD of ₹92,570. The scope includes delivery at the specified address and on-site deployment. The buyer reserves a 50% quantity/duration adjustment and acceptance of revised bids. This procurement targets qualified contractors capable of operating railway-grade crane services under Indian Railways norms. Notable differentiators include payment terms linked to staff salaries and flexible contract quantities. Unique installation considerations are implied by site delivery to the Ernakulam location and railroad operations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Equipment category: Crane, Road Crane of 15 Tonne Capacity
  • Estimated contract value: ₹4,628,200; EMD: ₹92,570
  • Delivery/installation location: Office of Senior Section Engineer, 4/8 Carriage and Wagon, Ernakulam Marshalling Yard, Ernakulam 682032, Kerala
  • Contract flexibility: Quantity/duration may be adjusted up to 50% before contract issuance; up to 50% after issuance
  • Payment/emp payment clause: Service provider must pay contracted staff salaries first; claim reimbursement with statutory documents
  • EMD/PBG options: EMD via Fixed Deposit Receipt or online RTGS; FDR acceptable for performance security; hard copies to be delivered within specified days
  • Documentation: Include online proof of EMD, scanned FDR if used, and vendor submission details
  • Compliance notes: FDRs must be pledged to Senior Divisional Finance Manager, Southern Railway, Thiruvananthapuram; online payment must indicate bid number and bidder name

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Delivery address: Ernakulam Marshalling Yard, Kerala; installation/commissioning at the same site
  • Contractor eligibility: Bidder must meet railway service delivery standards and have capability for on-site crane operations
  • EMD: ₹92,570; payment options include RTGS/online, or FDR in favor of Senior Divisional Finance Manager, Southern Railway, Thiruvananthapuram
  • Performance security: FDR acceptable; must be endorsed for release on demand; original FDR to be submitted within 15 days of award
  • Salary/wage compliance: Service provider to pay staff wages first and submit PF/ESIC and bank statements along with claims
  • Right to modify: Buyer may modify quantity or duration by up to 50%; post-issue changes allowed within 50%
  • Documentation during bid: Upload scanned EMD proof, online payment receipt, and FDR if used; hard copies to be delivered as required

Key Specifications

    • Crane type: Road crane with 15 Tonne capacity
    • Estimated value: ₹4,628,200
    • EMD: ₹92,570
    • Delivery location: Ernakulam Marshalling Yard, Ernakulam 682032, Kerala
    • Payment terms: Salaries paid by contractor prior to invoice submission
    • EMD/PBG methods: FDR or RTGS/online payment; FDR release conditions specified

Terms & Conditions

  • Key term: EMD of ₹92,570 via RTGS or FDR; provide proof with bid

  • Key term: 50% quantity/duration flexibility before/after contract issuance

  • Key term: On-site delivery and commissioning at Ernakulam railway yard

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Service provider pays staff salaries first; reimbursement to be claimed with PF/ESIC and bank statements; payment processed per contract terms

Delivery Schedule

Delivery and commissioning at Office of Senior Section Engineer, Ernakulam Yard; installation as per scope

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in data; implied penalties under Indian Railways norms may apply

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in railway crane/hiring services

  • Financial stability evidenced by financial statements

  • Tax registrations (GST) and PAN compliance

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates in crane/hiring services

4

Financial statements

5

EMD submission document (RTGS proof or scanned EMD/FDR)

6

Technical bid documents

7

OEM authorizations (if applicable)

8

Delivery/completion certificates for prior similar work

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about KERALA tender market

How to bid for crane hiring tender in Ernakulam Kerala 2025?

Bidders must register on GeM, submit EMD ₹92,570 via RTGS or provide an FDR, upload online payment proof, and attach technical bid and OEM authorizations. Ensure delivery capability at Ernakulam Marshalling Yard and compliance with railway wage/payroll documentation.

What documents are required for the Ernakulam crane bid 2025?

Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates in crane hire, financial statements, EMD proof (RTGS or FDR), technical bid, and OEM authorizations if applicable. Also provide on-site delivery capability details and staff wage compliance documents.

What are the delivery terms for the 15 T crane tender in Kerala?

Delivery and installation occur at the Office of Senior Section Engineer, 4/8 Carriage and Wagon, Ernakulam Marshalling Yard. On-site commissioning is expected; ensure coordination with railway authorities for access and safety compliance.

What is the EMD amount and payment method for this procurement?

EMD is ₹92,570 payable via RTGS/online or as a Fixed Deposit Receipt in favor of Senior Divisional Finance Manager, Southern Railway, Thiruvananthapuram. Include scanned proof of payment with bid submission.

What standards or certifications must the crane supplier meet?

Suppliers should demonstrate railway-grade crane capability; ensure ISO/industry standards compliance and provide service records. While explicit standards aren’t listed, bidders should align with mainstream railway equipment practices and wage/payroll documentation requirements.

When is contract quantity/duration flexible for this tender?

The buyer may increase or decrease contract quantity or duration up to 50% at the time of contract issuance; post-issuance, quantity/duration can still be adjusted up to 50% with bidder acceptance of revisions.

What are the payment terms for subcontracted staff under this tender?

The service provider must pay contracted staff salaries first and then claim payment from the buyer with PF/ESIC and bank statements. This protects worker welfare and ensures statutory compliance.

What is the delivery location for the crane service bid in 2025?

Delivery is required at the Office of Senior Section Engineer, 4/8 Carriage and Wagon, Ernakulam Marshalling Yard, Ernakulam 682032, Kerala, with on-site installation and commissioning as per scope.