South Eastern Railway Safety Footwear Tender for Railway Trackmen BIS IS 15298 2026
Bid Publish Date
06-Oct-2026, 10:52 pm
Bid End Date
28-Oct-2026, 2:00 pm
EMD
₹74,220
Value
₹37,10,579
Progress
Tender Overview
South Eastern Railway invites bids for the supply of Safety Footwear for Railway Trackmen under the Q1 category. The estimated contract value is ₹3,710,579 with an EMD of ₹74,220. Location is within the South Eastern Railway jurisdiction, and the procurement focuses on basic protective footwear to meet IS:15298 standards, with BIS-approved OEM sourcing requirements. The scope is strictly supply of goods, not services, and the process includes sample approval and pre-dispatch inspection options. This tender emphasizes compliance with standardized safety footwear norms and authorized dealer participation, ensuring quality and traceability for railway maintenance personnel.
The bid emphasises BIS approval for OEM sources, IS:15298 testing within three years, and DIP facility from FDDI. The tender also requires advance sample approval and a post-receipt inspection at the consignee site. The absence of BOQ items indicates a footwear specification-driven purchase, with size lists to be provided after sample approval. The opportunity prioritizes certified safety gear from approved manufacturers and authenticated authorship with OEM authorizations.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Safety footwear for railway trackmen (Q1)
- Standards & certifications: IS:15298 (Pt-1 & 2), latest edition; BIS approved OEM sources; government lab test certificates within last three years
- Documentation & approvals: valid BIS approval certificate of OEM; test certificates from government-approved labs; DIP facility from FDDI; bid-specific OEM authorisation
- Inspection: pre-dispatch (RITES) optional; post-receipt inspection at consignee site
- Sample process: advance sample must be approved by consignee; size list to be provided after sample approval
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Scope: supply of goods only; no service components
- EMD: ₹74,220; submission as per ATC
- Inspection & acceptance: pre-dispatch inspection by RITES (if clause selected); post-receipt inspection at consignee site
- ATC requirements: OEM authorization; DIP facility from FDDI; BIS approval for IS:15298; latest safety footwear testing
- Delivery & samples: advance sample approval; sizes provided post-approval
- Documentation: upload all certificates, OEM authorisation, BIS approval, lab test reports
Key Specifications
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- Product: Safety footwear for railway trackmen (Q1 category)
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- Standards: IS:15298 Pt-1 & Pt-2 (latest), BIS approved OEM sources
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- Certification: BIS approval certificate of OEM, government-lab test reports within 3 years
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- Certifications/Facility: DIP facility from FDDI (documentation required at participation)
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- Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection (RITES, if clause selected); Post-receipt inspection at consignee site
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- Samples: Advance sample approval by consignee; size list to be provided after sample approval
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- Documentation: OEM authorization and compliance certificates required for bid validity
Terms & Conditions
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EMD: ₹74,220 as part of bid submission
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Only BIS approved OEM sources eligible; IS:15298 certification required
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DIP facility from FDDI mandatory for participation
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Advance sample approval and post-delivery inspection at consignee site
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Post-approval size list provided by consignee after sample approval
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment terms are not detailed; ensure submission of EMD ₹74,220 with bid and confirm via ATC
Delivery Schedule
Delivery timelines to be confirmed post sample approval; ensure adherence to supply of goods only
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties to be defined in ATC; ensure compliance with IS:15298 and approved testing reports
Bidder Eligibility
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BIS-approved OEM source with valid certificate
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IS:15298 test certificates within last 3 years
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DIP facility from FDDI documentation
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Authorized dealer/agent bid authorization from OEM
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
4915
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
20 %
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Safety Footwear For Railway Trackmen (Q1)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
14
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
90
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
West Singhbhum
Delivery Pincodes
833102
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajesh Kumar | 833102,OFFICE OF THE SSE (P.WAY)/STORE, S.E.RAILWAY, DIVISIONAL STORE DEPOT, ENGG DEPT, P.O.: CHAKRADHARPUR | West Singhbhum | Jharkhand | 833102 | 4915 | 90 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9994481.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for similar safety footwear supply
Financial statements or turn-over proof
EMD submission document (₹74,220)
BIS approval certificate of OEM for IS:15298
Test certificates for IS:15298 (Pt-1 & 2) from government-approved laboratories (last 3 years)
DIP facility proof from FDDI
Bid-specific authorization from OEM (if bid through authorised dealer)
Advance sample approval document and consignee size list protocol
Any ATC-compliant documents referenced in tender terms
Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for safety footwear tender in South Eastern Railway 2026?
Bidders must be BIS-approved OEM sources, provide IS:15298 test certificates (last 3 years), and ensure DIP facility from FDDI. Submit EMD of ₹74,220, OEM authorization, pre/post inspection readiness, and advance sample approval. Delivery and payment terms follow ATC once confirmed.
What documents are required for safety footwear tender in Railways?
Required documents include GST, PAN, experience certificates for similar footwear supply, financial statements, EMD document, BIS OEM approval, IS:15298 test reports, DIP facility proof from FDDI, OEM authorization, advance sample approval, and consignee size-list protocol post-sample approval.
What standards and certifications are mandatory for IS 15298 footwear?
Mandatory standards are IS:15298 Pt-1 & Pt-2 (latest), with ISI/BIS certification via BIS-approved OEM sources. Submit government-lab test certificates within three years and ensure OEM has BIS approval for bid eligibility.
When is payment processed for Railway safety footwear supply?
Payment terms will be specified in ATC; suppliers must provide completed delivery of goods following sample approval. EMD is ₹74,220; ensure submission with bid. Await post-inspection acceptance before final payment processing.
What is required for sample approval of safety footwear?
Submit an advance sample to the consignee; approval must be granted before bulk supply. After approval, the consignee provides the specific size list to finalize quantities and sizes for shipment.
Which inspection stages are mandated for this footwear tender?
Pre-dispatch inspection by RITES is optional if clause is selected; post-receipt inspection occurs at the consignee site before acceptance of stores.
Who can participate in the tender for Railway safety footwear?
Only OEM-specified BIS approved sources with valid BIS/OEM authorisation; authorized dealers must submit bid-specific authorization. DIP facility from FDDI is mandatory for participation.
What happens if IS 15298 certificates are not submitted?
Offers without IS:15298 test certificates or BIS OEM approval are liable for rejection per ATC. Ensure all required certificates are uploaded to avoid disqualification.