Rail Wheel Factory Yelahanka PVC Insulated Copper Cable Tender IS 694 Q2 2026

Tender Overview

Rail Wheel Factory Yelahanka (Indian Railways) issues a procurement tender for PVC insulated copper cables conforming to IS 694 (Q2). The scope is strictly supply of Goods with no installation services. The bid highlights an unusual constraint where the nominal cross-sectional area of the conductor is fixed at 1.5 sqmm, and bids must be submitted by authorized dealers with valid dealership certificates. The tender emphasizes GST compliance and GeM-based invoicing, streamlining payment processing. Location focus is Karnataka’s Bengaluru region, and the procurement centers on standardized, rail-grade cable specifications for signaling and traction systems. Key differentiator includes the “golden parameter” 1.5 sqmm and mandatory authorisation, shaping the supplier pool and pricing strategy.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: PVC insulated copper cable, single/multi-core, circular sheath, flexible conductor
• Conductor material: Complying with IS 8130:1984 latest
• Insulation type: Conforms to IS 5831:1984 latest
• Nominal cross-sectional area: fixed at 1.5 sqmm (golden parameter)
• Number of cores, sheath type, sheath colour: to align with IS 694 (Q2) and project BOQ specifics as per tender
• Standards/compliance: IS 694 (Q2), IS 8130:1984, IS 5831:1984 latest revisions; brand/OEM alignment required; authorized dealer certificate mandatory
• Delivery/QA: GeM-based purchase order and invoicing with GSTIN alignment; inspection certificate where applicable; CRAC/CRN procedures for valuation thresholds
• Market/commercial terms: scope includes all cost components in bid price; payment terms governed by GeM processes; GST invoicing consistent with contract

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Scope: Only supply of goods (no installation)
• Eligibility: Authorized dealers with valid dealership certificate
• EMD/guarantees: Not specified in data provided; follow GeM guidelines
• GST/Invoicing: GSTIN mandatory; invoice must match PO; GeM invoice must align with contracts
• Delivery/Payment: GeM-based PO; payment terms aligned to GST compliance and delivery acceptance; CRAC/CRN handling for value thresholds
• Documentation: GST certificate, PAN, authorization proofs, technical compliance, and inspection certificates as applicable
• ** QA/Acceptance**: Inspection certificate signed by authorized person; amendments to contracts to be submitted with payment claims