Southern Railway Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Tender 2026 - Supply Only to Indian Railways, Bid for ISI/AAA compliance
Bid Publish Date
05-Sep-2026, 10:11 am
Bid End Date
15-Sep-2026, 11:00 am
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Brand/OEM expectations may include railway-grade Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge models
- • Technical standards or certifications requested are not specified in data; bidders should verify IS/IEC compatibility during bid
- • Option clause allowing 25% quantity increase at contracted rates with proportional delivery time
- • Turnover requirement: aggregate turnover ₹5 crores and financial statements to be uploaded for bill passing
- • Delivery period mechanics: starts from last date of original delivery order; extended delivery requires calculation with minimum 30 days
- • Bid scope restricted to supply of goods; installation not included
Tender Overview
Southern Railway invites bids for the Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge (Q3 category) under an India Railways procurement. The scope is constrained to supply of Goods with a potential quantity uplift of up to 25% during contract execution. The ATC requires aggregate turnover of ₹5 crores and latest year financials uploaded to GEM. The tender emphasizes additional evaluation criteria beyond basic specs and specifies delivery timing logic tied to the original delivery period. The procurement focuses on reliable, standards-compliant gauges suitable for railway thickness measurement, with emphasis on eligibility criteria and supplier financial health. The opportunity is location-bound to Southern Railway jurisdiction and seeks certified suppliers capable of meeting extended delivery terms and price competitiveness.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
- Key features expected: non-destructive thickness measurement, digital readouts, data logging, calibration via standard references
- Delivery scope: Only supply of goods (no installation included)
- Quantity flexibility: up to 25% increase during contract, at contracted rates
- EMD/financials: bidders must demonstrate ₹5 crores aggregate turnover in last 5 years per ATC, with last year financial statement uploaded
- Experience/credentials: bidders to provide turnover certificates or CA-certified statements; additional evaluation parameters may be considered beyond technical specs
- ATC emphasis: technical and additional specification parameters to be weighed in evaluation
- Delivery terms: delivery period aligned to original schedule with options extending per clause; minimum 30 days for extended delivery if quantity increases
- Eligibility: comply with GEM portal uploads of turnover and financial statements; ensure supply capability for railway-grade equipment
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/financial proof: not explicitly stated in public excerpt, but ATC requires 5 crore aggregate turnover documentation
- Turnover requirement: average annual turnover in last 3 years to be demonstrated; if incorporated less than 3 years, turnover of completed years applies
- Delivery timing: delivery period starts from the last date of the original delivery order; option clauses may extend delivery time proportionally with a minimum 30 days
- Price scope: bid price must include all cost components; supply of Goods only
- ATC requirements: upload aggregate turnover and last year financial statement to GEM for bill passing
- Evaluation: additional specification parameters may be considered beyond stated technical specs
- Procurement type: Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge supply contract under Indian Railways, Southern Railway jurisdiction
- Brand/OEM: not specified in provided data; bidders should be prepared for standard railway gauge instrumentation norms
Key Specifications
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Product: Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
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Scope: Supply of goods only
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Turnover: ₹5 crores aggregate over last 5 years
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Delivery: Provisions for 25% quantity variation at contracted rates
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Documentation: Upload turnover and last year financial statements on GEM
Terms & Conditions
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Option to increase quantity up to 25% at contracted price
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Delivery period linked to last date of original order with extended-time rules
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Turnover evidence: ₹5 crores over 5 years; last year financials required
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not explicitly stated; suppliers should anticipate standard Government payment terms and confirm during bid submission
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period starts from the last date of original delivery order; additional time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties not detailed in excerpt; bidders should check ATC for LD provisions during bid submission
Bidder Eligibility
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Average annual turnover ≥ ₹5 crores during the last 3-5 years with supporting auditing documents
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Evidence of capability to supply Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges for railway procurement
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Compliance with GEM portal submission requirements including turnover and last-year financials
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
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
Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Tiruchirappalli
Delivery Pincodes
620004
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elangovan | 620004,Office of the Deputy Chief Materials Manager Mechanical Stores Depot Golden Rock | Tiruchirappalli | Tamil Nadu | 620004 | 1 | 30 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9844197.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Audited financial statements for last 3 years or CA/CMA certificate indicating turnover
CA/CMA certificate for turnover if company is <3 years old
EMD submission proof (as applicable per tender terms)
Technical bid documents showing Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge specifications
OEM authorization or dealership certificate (if bidding as authorized supplier)
Bidder should upload aggregate turnover for ₹5 crores and last year financial statement per ATC
Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge tender in Southern Railway 2026
Bidders must meet turnover criteria of ₹5 crores over the last five years and upload last-year financial statements on GEM. The bid should cover supply of Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges only, with 25% quantity variation possible at contracted rates. Ensure OEM authorization if not direct manufacturer.
What documents are required for Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge bid in Southern Railway
Submit GST certificate, PAN, audited financial statements or CA certificate showing turnover, last-year financials, EMD proof, OEM authorization if applicable, and technical bid detailing gauge specifications. Upload turnover aggregate of ₹5 crores as per ATC and GEM portal format.
What are the delivery terms for the gauge supply contract in this tender
Delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order. If quantity increases by up to 25%, delivery time adjusts using (increased/original) × original days, with a minimum of 30 days. Ensure adherence to extended period provisions if option is exercised.
What technical specifications are required for Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges in this tender
Specifications emphasize railway-grade ultrasonic thickness measurement capability, data logging, digital readouts, and calibration with standard references. As the tender lacks explicit standards, bidders should align with common railway instrumentation norms and verify IS/IEC compatibility during submission.
What is the turnover requirement and how to prove it for this bid
Turnover must show average annual ₹5 crores over the last 3-5 years with audited balance sheets or CA certificate. If incorporated less than 3 years, turnover is calculated on completed years. Upload aggregate turnover and last-year financials to GEM for evaluation.
When is the quantity variation allowed and how does it affect pricing
Quantity variation up to 25% is permitted during contract. The bid price must incorporate all cost components for the increased quantity at contracted rates. The extended delivery period is calculated proportionally, with a 30-day minimum.
What are the submission and evaluation criteria beyond technical specs
Evaluations consider additional specification parameters beyond stated technicals. Submit turnover and last-year financials; ensure OEM authorization if not original manufacturer. Bidders should be prepared for extra evaluation criteria as per ATC and GEM portal requirements.