Tender Overview
Western Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for General Purpose Machinery Oil as per IS 493 (Part - 1) (Q2). The procurement involves a specific oil grade under the public tender framework with an EMD of ₹323,226. While the BOQ shows zero items, the contract scope centers on supplying ISO/OEM-grade hydraulic and lubrication oil to railway workshops. The opportunity hinges on compliance with IS 493 (Part 1) and GeM submission norms, including GST mechanics and OEM authorization. The tender emphasizes quantity adjustment up to 25% (increase/decrease), with scalable delivery periods and a minimum 30-day extension rule. This project underscores standard equipment lubrication for rolling stock maintenance.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product/category: General Purpose Machinery Oil conforming to IS 493 (Part - 1), Grade Q2
- Standards/Certification: IS 493 (Part 1) compliance; OEM authorization if bidding via distributor; GST invoicing in consignee name with consignee GSTIN
- Value & EMD: EMD ₹323,226; no explicit estimated quantity in BOQ; delivery terms escalate with option clause up to 25%
- Delivery/Logistics: Delivery period starts from the last date of original delivery order; extended time formula applies; minimum 30 days extension
- Tender mechanics: GST considerations, manufacturer authorization, GeM invoice uploads with GST payment screenshot, MSE purchase preference if eligible
- Additional notes: Centre purchase preference for MSEs; ensure OEM/Distributor documentation is included
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹323,226 required
- Delivery terms: Delivery period based on original order with option for up to 25% quantity variation; 30-day minimum extension if applicable
- Tax & invoicing: GST as per applicable rates; invoice in consignee name with consignee GSTIN; upload GST invoice and GST portal payment screenshot on GeM
- Authorization: OEM/Original Supplier authorization form or certificate mandatory for distributors
- Purchase preference: MSE advantage if manufacturer; traders excluded; eligibility evidence to be uploaded
- Documentation: GST, PAN, experience/capability, financials; compliance documents per terms criteria
