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Southern Railway Bed Mattress IS 13489 (V3) Conforming Tender 2026 India

Bid Publish Date

17-Feb-2026, 12:39 pm

Bid End Date

02-Mar-2026, 10:00 am

Location

COIMBATORE , TAMIL NADU

Progress

Issue17-Feb-2026, 12:39 pm
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Quantity

60

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • IS 13489 (V3) conformity as mandatory standard for bed mattresses
  • • 25% quantity fluctuation clause during contract execution
  • • MSE purchase preference for eligible bidders with manufacturer status
  • • OEM warranty certificates required at delivery
  • • 3-year warranty period from final acceptance or after installation
  • • Need for established after-sales service network in India
  • • Supply-only scope with no BOQ items
  • • Color and material specifications to be defined in tender; focus on physical dimensions

Categories 2

BED MATTRESS

Tender Overview

Southern Railway invites bids for the supply of Bed Mattress conforming to IS 13489 (V3) (Q2) for installation at consignee locations in India. The procurement scope is supply of goods only, with a 3-year warranty from final acceptance or post-installation testing. The contract includes a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% variation, and OEM warranty certificates are required at delivery. MSE purchase preference applies if the bidder is a manufacturer, with appropriate documentary evidence. The BOQ contains no items, signaling a focused, standardized mattress specification.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product category: Bed Mattress conforming to IS 13489 (V3)
  • Physical characteristics: Overall width, length (tolerance ±15 mm); total thickness (tolerance ±5 mm)
  • Color family: Top quilt/mattress case color specification
  • Materials: Top quilting/mattress case material; cushioning/core material indicated
  • Standards: IS 13489 (V3) compliant; OEM warranty to be provided; service centers established in India for after-sales support
  • Warranty: 3 years from final acceptance or post-installation testing
  • Delivery scope: Supply-only; delivery terms aligned with option clause and contract quantities

Terms & Eligibility

  • Option clause: Up to 25% quantity increase/decrease at contracted rates; delivery period adjusted from last date of original delivery order
  • Purchase preference: MSEs may receive preference if bidder is manufacturer; bids must include documentary evidence
  • Warranty documents: OEM warranty certificates due at delivery; after-sales service network in India
  • Payment/terms: Not explicitly defined in available data; purchase scope is restricted to supply of goods
  • Penalty/recourse: Not specified in accessible terms; standard supplier obligations apply

Key Specifications

  • Bed Mattress conforming to IS 13489 (V3)

  • Overall Width: specified with tolerance ±15 mm

  • Overall Length: specified with tolerance ±15 mm

  • Total Thickness: tolerance ±5 mm

  • Top quilting / mattress case material and color family

  • Cushioning / Core layers material

  • Warranty: 3 years from final acceptance or post-installation testing

  • OEM warranty certificates required at the time of delivery

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD: not explicitly defined in available data; bidders must refer to standard tender norms

  • Delivery: option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation with proportional delivery time adjustments

  • MSE preference: manufacturer must qualify to avail benefit; traders excluded

  • Warranty: 3-year period; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery

  • Scope: supply of goods only; installation/training not indicated

Important Clauses

Option Clause

Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% during contract at contracted rates; delivery period adjusted from last date of original order; extended period calculations apply with minimum 30 days

Purchase Preference

MSE preference applies if bidder is manufacturer; price matching within L-1+15% margin possible for 25% of total value

Warranty & After-Sales

3-year warranty; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; service network established in India for installation, commissioning, and maintenance

Bidder Eligibility

  • Manufacturer status to avail MSE purchase preference

  • Proven experience in supplying bed mattresses meeting IS 13489 (V3)

  • Evidence of financial stability and GST compliance

Documents 3

GeM-Bidding-8994399.pdf

Main Document

CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Type of Bed Mattress Type 2 (flexible polyurethane or latex foam sheet, viscoelastic foam, rebonded foam, bonnel/ pocket spring either singly or in combination as core/cushioning materials)
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Overall Width of the Mattress (in mm) (Tolerance +/-15 mm) 900 mm / 2.95 ft (Single Bed)
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Overall Length of the Mattress (in mm) (Tolerance +/-15 mm) 2000 mm (6.56 ft)
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Total Thickness of Mattress (in mm, Tolerance of +/-5mm) Between 75 and 125 mm
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Color Family of Top quilt / mattress case Blue
TYPE OF MATERIAL IN MATTRESS Top quilting / mattress case used in mattress Knitted Polyester (Minimum 180 GSM)
TYPE OF MATERIAL IN MATTRESS Cushioning / Core layers Material of Mattress Re-bonded Foam

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for similar mattress supply

4

Financial statements or turnover proof

5

EMD submission document (as applicable)

6

OEM authorization/certificate from the mattress manufacturer

7

Technical bid submission detailing IS 13489 (V3) conformity

8

Proof of service centers and after-sales support in India

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market

How to bid for IS 13489 bed mattress tender in Southern Railway?

Bidders must confirm IS 13489 (V3) conformity, provide OEM authorization, attach OEM warranty, and supply details for dimensions (width ±15 mm, length ±15 mm, thickness ±5 mm). Include GST, PAN, financials, and experience certificates. The bid covers supply only with a 3-year warranty and potential 25% quantity variation.

What documents are required for mattress tender submission in India?

Submit GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates for mattress supply, financial statements, EMD documents, OEM authorizations, technical bid detailing IS 13489 (V3) compliance, and service center details for after-sales support across India.

What are the warranty requirements for mattress supply to Southern Railway?

A 3-year warranty from final acceptance or post-installation testing is required. OEM warranty certificates must accompany delivery, and the bidder must demonstrate a service network in India capable of installation, commissioning, training, and maintenance.

What is the scope of supply for this mattress tender?

The scope is strictly supply of goods. Installation or on-site services are not specified in the available data; bidders should confirm if installation is included during bid submission and ensure IS 13489 (V3) compliance is verified.

What is the option clause affecting quantity in this tender?

Purchaser may adjust quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates. Delivery timing shifts based on the last date of the original order, with minimum 30 days added for extended periods; extension rules apply to extended delivery periods.

How does MSE preference work for mattress bids in Southern Railway?

MSE preference applies if the bidder is a manufacturer; price within L-1 + 15% margin may be matched by MSE sellers for up to 25% of total value, enabling award to an MSE for that portion while maintaining overall competition.