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Northern Railway XLPE Cables Tender JAMMU 3.3-33 kV IS 7098 Part 2 BIS License 2025

Posted

24 Oct 2025, 06:13 pm

Deadline

04 Nov 2025, 07:00 pm

EMD

₹37,451

Value

₹18,72,554

Location

JAMMU , JAMMU & KASHMIR

Progress

Issue24 Oct 2025, 06:13 pm
Corrigendum28 Oct 2025
AwardPending
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Quantity

1300

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Tender Overview

Organization: Northern Railway (Indian Railways) – procurement of XLPE cables for working voltages from 3.3 kV up to 33 kV as per IS 7098 (Part 2) 2011. Location: JAMMU, JAMMU & KASHMIR 180001. Estimated value: ₹1,872,554 with EMD ₹37,451. Category includes generic cable types, armour up to 11 kV for mining applicability, low-temperature BIS licensing, and outer sheath (Type ST2). Delivery scope may vary up to ±25% per option clause. Unique requirement: BIS license validity and drum packing on reels. This is a government procurement via GeM with bidder compliance conditions and post-tender document controls.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product category: XLPE cables, armoured, 3.3–33 kV rating, per IS 7098 (Part 2):2011. Conductor material as per Cl.4 of IS:7098 (Part 2):2011. Outer sheath: Type ST2. Armouring as specified; drum packing per Cl. 22.1 of IS 7098 (Part 2):2011. Minimum BIS license required for armoured cables up to 11 kV and low-temperature applications. Manufacturer must provide technical compliance sheet. Packages to be wound on drums; cables suitable for mining environments if applicable.

  • Key standards & materials: IS 7098 (Part 2):2011; BIS license for relevant capabilities; conductor material per standard; armour construction details; ST2 sheath classification. Delivery packaging and quantity flexible under option clause up to ±25%. EMD and technical bid documents mandatory for evaluation.

  • Delivery/Testing: Delivery period tied to original delivery order; option clause allows extended delivery time with minimum 30 days, recalculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period. Technical compliance sheet must accompany offer.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹37,451. Bidder must submit as per bid terms.
  • Experience/License: Manufacturer must hold valid BIS license for XLPE armoured cables up to 11 kV and for low-temperature variants if applicable. Authorized agents must not claim EMD exemption via MSME certificates.
  • Delivery terms: Quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25% at contract award and during currency. Delivery start from last date of original delivery order with potential extension as described.
  • Documents: Technical compliance sheet, BIS license, product data sheets, and all tender-specified certificates to be uploaded before bid opening.

Key Specifications

  • XLPE cables for 3.3 kV to 33 kV per IS 7098 (Part 2):2011

  • Conductor material as per IS 7098 (Part 2):2011 Cl.4

  • Armouring: specified construction (armoured cables up to 11 kV)

  • Outer sheath: Type ST2

  • Nominal conductor cross-section values as per BOQ (Sq.mm not specified in data; refer to IS 7098 Part 2 standards)

  • Cable packing: wound on drums per Cl. 22.1 of IS 7098 (Part 2):2011

  • BIS license validity for mining applicability if claimed by manufacturer

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD ₹37,451 required with bid

  • BIS license mandatory for relevant cable grade

  • Quantity may vary ±25% during contract and currency

  • Delivery starts from last date of original delivery order

  • Technical compliance sheet must be submitted with bid

  • No post-bid documents beyond original upload will be considered

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not explicitly stated; payment terms to be as per GeM and contract, with delivery against order and certification.

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; option clause allows up to 25% quantity change with proportional time adjustments; minimum extension 30 days.

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in data; likely governed by GeM terms and options clause and contract.

Bidder Eligibility

  • Manufacturers with BIS license for XLPE armoured cables up to 11 kV

  • Authorized resellers must submit OEM authorization and cannot rely on MSE EMD exemptions

  • Evidence of prior supply of similar XLPE cable systems and financial capability to undertake contract

Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
GENERIC Types of cable Three-core armoured, screened
GENERIC Voltage Grade Earthed systems: 6.35/11 kV
GENERIC Armoured cables upto 11 kV Grade specified in this standard are suitable for use in mines (as per Cl. 1.3 , 4.1.1, Cl. 17.5 and Cl. 21.2.1 of IS:7098 (Part 2):2011 (If "Yes" manufacturer shall have valid BIS License for the same ) No
GENERIC Low temperature appliction (If "Yes" manufacturer shall have valid BIS License for the same ) No
GENERIC Conductor material (as per Cl.4 of IS:7098 (Part 2):2011 latest Aluminium
GENERIC Outer sheath (Type ST2) PVC
GENERIC "Nominal Area of Conductor (in Sq.mm) 300
CONSTRUCTIONAL Armouring Galvanized formed wires armoured
CONSTRUCTIONAL Cable packing type (Wound on drum) (as per Cl. 22.1 of I:7098 (Part 2):2011 latest Wooden drum

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates for similar XLPE cable supply

4

Financial statements / turnover proof

5

EMD payment proof (₹37,451)

6

Technical compliance certificate

7

BIS license for XLPE armoured cables up to 11 kV

8

OEM authorization (if bidding through authorized agent)

Corrigendum Updates

1 Update
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Update

28 Oct 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for XLPE cables tender in Jammu & Kashmir 2025

Bidders must meet BIS licensing, provide technical compliance sheet, and submit EMD ₹37,451 along with GST, PAN, and experience certificates. The contract allows ±25% quantity variation and requires drums packing per IS 7098 (Part 2). Ensure all documents uploaded before tender opening.

What documents are required for the XLPE cable bid in Jammu

Submit GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for similar projects, financial statements, EMD proof of ₹37,451, technical compliance sheet, BIS license for XLPE cables up to 11 kV, and OEM authorization if bidding through an agent. Upload prior to bid opening.

What are the technical standards for cables in this tender

Cables must comply with IS 7098 (Part 2):2011 for 3.3–33 kV operation, with conductor material per Cl.4 and outer sheath Type ST2. Armouring specifications and drum packing per Cl.22.1 are mandatory; BIS license is required for certain capabilities.

When is the delivery period and how are extensions handled

Delivery starts after the last date of the original delivery order. The option clause allows ±25% quantity changes; extended delivery time is calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original period, with a minimum extension of 30 days.

What is the importance of BIS license in this tender

Bidders must hold a valid BIS license for the product category; offers without BIS certification may be rejected. This requirement ensures compliance with safety, performance, and mining-use criteria as specified in the tender.

What is the EMD for this procurement and how to pay

EMD is ₹37,451. Submit proof of payment along with bid documents; ensure the EMD is valid at bid opening per GeM terms. Failure to provide may render offer non-responsive.

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