East Central Railway XLPE Cable Procurement IS 7098 Part 1 up to 1.1 KV 2026
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Key Highlights
- • Mandatory BIS license (or equivalent CM/L) for offered XLPE cable
- • OEM or authorized agent/dealer must bid; tender-specific authorization required
- • Bulk-order eligibility: minimum 20% of bid quantity supplied in last 3 years
- • Pre-dispatch inspection by RITES; post-receipt inspection at consignee site
- • Scope limited to supply of goods only; no installation
- • Adherence to Railway Board instruction 99/RS(G)/709/4 (2015) applicable
- • IS 7098 (Part 1) standards for XLPE cable; Q2 category
- • EMD amount: ₹70,600; submission as per terms
Tender Overview
East Central Railway, a unit of Indian Railways, invites bids for the XLPE Cable supply with a working voltage up to 1.1 KV and governed by IS 7098 (Part 1). The bid is for supply of goods only to the consignee, with an EMD of ₹70,600. Inspection is conducted by RITES pre-dispatch or at the consignee site, per ATC. Eligibility requires BIS license for the offered product and OEM authorization. Bulk-order eligibility requires bidders to have supplied similar XLPE cables covering at least 20% of the bid quantity in the last 3 calendar years. The bidder must comply with Railway Board instruction 99/RS(G)/709/4 (2015).
Key Specifications
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XLPE Cable up to 1.1 KV working voltage
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IS 7098 (Part 1) compliance
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BIS license/CM-L license required
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OEM or authorized dealer required
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RITES pre-dispatch inspection; consignee post-receipt inspection
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Bulk-order eligibility: 20% of bid quantity in last 3 years
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Supply-only scope; no installation
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Railway Board instruction 99/RS(G)/709/4 (2015) applicable
Terms & Conditions
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EMD ₹70,600; bid submission must include EMD proof
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Mandatory BIS license or CM/L license verification
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OEM authorization required; post-tender authorization not accepted
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in data; payment terms to be confirmed in ATC/PO
Delivery Schedule
Not specified; delivery timelines to be defined in the purchase order
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified; LD terms to be disclosed in tender documents
Bidder Eligibility
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BIS license verification for offered XLPE cable
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OEM authorization or tender-specific authorization from OEM
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Past performance: supply of similar XLPE cables totaling at least 20% of bid quantity in the last 3 years
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
2000
Category
XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV Marked To IS 7098 (Part 1)
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
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
XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV Marked To IS 7098 (Part 1) (Q2)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
14
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
45
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Nalanda
Delivery Pincodes
803116
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saurabh Ranjan | 803116,O/o- Senior Section Engineer, Rajgir Railway Station, East Central Railway | Nalanda | Bihar | 803116 | 1000 | 45 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9901750.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 certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates demonstrating past XLPE cable supply
Financial statements (as required by bid terms)
EMD submission proof (₹70,600)
Technical bid documents
OEM authorisation or tender-specific authorization from OEM
BIS license copy or CM/L license details
Past performance proofs (contracts/CRNs/RNOTE/CRAC/CRN) for bulk-order eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about BIHAR tender market
How to bid for XLPE cable tender in East Central Railway 2026?
Bidders must be OEM or authorized agents, provide BIS license, and show past XLPE supply equal to at least 20% of bid quantity in the last 3 years. Include EMD ₹70,600 and OEM authorization. Review ATC, ensure RITES pre-dispatch or consignee inspection, and submit all required documents.
What documents are required for XLPE cable procurement in Railways?
Submit GST, PAN, experience certificates for XLPE cable supply, financial statements, EMD proof of ₹70,600, technical bid, OEM authorization, BIS license copy, and past performance proofs (CRN/CRAC/RNOTE) to verify bulk-order eligibility.
What standards govern XLPE cable up to 1.1 KV for this tender?
Cables must conform to IS 7098 (Part 1), Q2 category. Ensure IS marking and compliance with IS 7098 requirements. Provide ISI/BIS certification as applicable to the offered product.
What inspection is required for this XLPE cable tender?
Inspection is by RITES as the pre-dispatch option if selected in ATC, with subsequent post-receipt inspection at the consignee site before acceptance. Ensure readiness for on-site verification during delivery.
What is the EMD amount for the East Central Railway XLPE tender?
The bid security deposit is ₹70,600. Submit the EMD as per tender guidelines via the specified mode; non-submission or mismatch may disqualify the bid.
What is the bulk-order eligibility criterion for this tender?
Bidders must have supplied similar XLPE cables totaling at least 20% of the bid quantity under a single contract in the last 3 calendar years, including the current year, with supply proof (RNOTE/CRAC/CRN).
Who can bid for this XLPE cable tender—OEM or distributors?
Only the original manufacturer (OEM) or its authorized agent/dealer/distributor may bid. Tender requires an OEM authorization with name and address; post-tender authorization certificates are not accepted.
Where can I view the ATC for this East Central Railway tender?
The ATC document is uploaded by the buyer; bidders should click the provided link to view additional clauses and ensure compliance with all stated terms and conditions.