Central Railway XLPE Cable Tender Thane Maharashtra IS 7098 Part 1 1.1 KV 2026 – Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning

Tender Overview

Central Railway invites bids for XLPE cables suitable for working voltage up to 1.1 kV, compliant with IS 7098 (Part 1). Location: Thane, Maharashtra 400601. Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of cable systems, with potential quantity variation up to 25% during contract. The tender emphasizes Manufacturer Authorization and submission of required certificates, ensuring OEM details are provided. Unique aspects include alignment to mine-use category and fire-performance classification, with emphasis on cable construction and marking. This tender targets suppliers capable of delivering IS 7098 Part 1 cables to meet railway safety and performance standards in a high-demand urban corridor.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Cable category: XLPE insulation, up to 1.1 kV working voltage
• Conductor details: Material and construction specifications to align with railway safety
• Insulation/Sheath: XLPE insulation colour and inner sheath type; outer sheath colour and marking requirements
• Armouring/Protection: Type of armour suitable for mining-category or equivalent fire-performance
• Physical attributes: Nominal conductor cross-section (in sq mm), number of cores, outer sheath type and colour
• Identification/Marking: Manufacturer’s ID and sequential cable markings; packing and labeling standards; cable wound on suitable reels
• Standards/Compliance: IS 7098 (Part 1); mine-use/fire-performance classifications; any OEM or certification requirements
• Delivery/Equipment scope: Installation, testing, and commissioning included; ensure integration with existing railway infrastructure
• Quality/Testing: Certificate requirements and conformity to tender terms; ensure packaging and marking requirements are met
• BOQ status: No items listed; scope appears to be framework with supply and commissioning

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/ security: Not specified in data; bidders must refer to tender documents for exact amount and payment terms
• Quantity variation: Up to 25% increase/decrease during contract; extended delivery time proportional to change with a minimum of 30 days
• Manufacturer Authorization: Mandatory OEM authorization form with full details (name, designation, address, email, phone)
• Documents: Bids must upload required certificates; ensure GST, PAN, and experience certificates as per ATC/Corrigendum
• Scope of supply: Price must include supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of cables
• Delivery terms: Compliance with delivery timeline linked to last date of original order; option clause may affect delivery schedule
• Warranty/after-sales: Not explicitly stated; bidders should verify in T&C for any warranty or AMC clauses