North Western Railway XLPE Cable Tender IS 7098 Part 1 1.1 KV - Mines/Low Temp Rated Cables 2026

Tender Overview

North Western Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for XLPE Cable procurement rated up to 1.1 kV, conforming to IS 7098 (Part 1), in a supply-only contract. Estimated value is ₹3,467,500 with an EMD of ₹69,350. The tender emphasizes cables suitable for use in mines and low-temperature environments, with focus on conductor material, nominal conductor area ( Sq mm ), number of cores, and inner sheath/armouring construction. The contract permits quantity flexing (±25%) at the purchaser’s option and requires compliance with applicable GST terms. The bidding scope is purely goods supply, with pre-dispatch and post-receipt inspection options through RITES or Consign as nominated agencies. Key differentiators include OEM authorization and two-year supply viability, ensuring products are not end-of-life.

• Location: North Western Railway regions; Delivery terms aligned to Indian Railways schedule.
• Unique aspects: option to alter quantity; GST as per actuals; inspection by nominated agencies.
• Deliverables: XLPE cable bundles with IS 7098 Part 1 conformity; broad constructional features as described in the tender data.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: XLPE Cable, working voltage up to 1.1 kV; IS 7098 (Part 1) compliant.
• Features sought: suitable for mines and low-temperature operation; improved fire performance classification; nominal conductor area; number of cores; conductor material and conductor construction; inner sheath type; armour type and armouring material.
• Standards and capabilities: IS 7098 (Part 1); mines-rated and low-temperature suitability; explicit mention of fire performance classification.
• Quality controls: supplier must provide OEM authorization where applicable; document support for 2+ years of regular supply history; pre-dispatch/post-receipt inspection provisions via RITES/Consign.
• Delivery scope: supply of goods only; bid price to include all costs; delivery period governed by option clause, with minimum 30 days time extension rules.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹69,350; quantity flex up to ±25%, with extension rules.
• Experience: bidder or OEM must have supplied similar category products to government bodies for at least 2 years before bid opening; evidence via contracts.
• Documentation: OEM authorization Form/Certificate; GSTIN details; financial statements; experience certificates; valid PAN; bid-specific technical compliance documents.
• Payment and delivery terms: GST payable as actuals; delivery period governed by contract and option clause; scope is solely supply of goods; inspection by nominated agencies (pre-dispatch or post-receipt).
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch at seller premises (if ATC selected); post-receipt at consignee site; nominated agencies include RITES and others.
• Warranty/penalties: not explicitly stated in data; ensure compliance with IS standards and contractual penalties if any delivery/default clauses apply.