Rail Wheel Factory Yelahanka Forklifts Tender Bangalore IS 6765:2003 IS 10517(Q2) 2026

Tender Overview

Rail Wheel Factory Yelahanka (Indian Railways) in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA invites bids for the supply of Forklifts (V2) as per IS 6765:2003 and IS 10517 (Q2). The scope is limited to the supply of 3T forklifts, with pre-dispatch and on-site acceptance processes at the consignee location. The procurement emphasizes compliance with specified IS standards, and requires an established after-sales network in India, including training and service support. The tender focuses on equipment readiness, installation assistance, and demonstrable after-sales capability. A key differentiator is the mandatory experience in supplying similar 3T forklifts within the last five years, plus supplier demonstration at pre-dispatch. The opportunity targets suppliers with strong OEM backing and traceable performance records for government equipment supply. Unique aspects include on-site operator training during commissioning and a formal escalation matrix for service support.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Forklift Trucks (V2) with 3T load capacity.
• Standards: IS 6765:2003 for forklifts; IS 10517 (Q2) compliance.
• Key specification areas: Operating mode, Battery type, Traction battery rating (KW/H), AC traction motor capacity, motor type, lift height, lifting stages, tyre type, and optional attachments (e.g., fork extensions, carriage-mounted crane, hydraulic side shifter).
• Constructional data: Max engine HP range, torque, engine cooling, and drive type details to be provided by bidder.
• Inspection/Testing: Mandatory pre-dispatch inspection, load tests at manufacturer works, and final acceptance after demonstration at RWF.
• Warranty/Support: Minimum one-year warranty or 2000 working hours, whichever earlier; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; established Indian service centers with training provision.
• Delivery/Installation: On-site commissioning and operator training at consignee location; training at bidder’s or supplier’s center as required.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Experience requirement: Supplier must have supplied similar 3T Forklift Trucks in the last 5 years with verifiable customer details.
• Warranty: 1 year/2000 hours, with a 2-week cap on cumulative breakdown rectification during the warranty.
• Service network: Well-established Indian installation, commissioning, and after-sales maintenance service group; load and functional tests mandated at manufacturer premises.
• Documents: OEM authorization, proof of installation capability, and certificates to be uploaded with bid; pre-qualification for reputed manufacturing/dealer status.
• Scope: Bid price to include all costs for supply of goods only; escalation matrix for service support to be provided.
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection by RWF; final acceptance after on-site demonstration.