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North East Frontier Railway OTDR tender Kamrup Assam 2026 - Optical Time Domain Reflectometer with NABL/ILAC testing, ISI-like features

Bid Publish Date

21-Jun-2026, 9:54 pm

Bid End Date

03-Jul-2026, 10:00 am

EMD

₹1,24,900

Location

KAMRUP , ASSAM
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Progress

Issue21-Jun-2026, 9:54 pm
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Quantity

28

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • Unique requirement for NABL/ILAC-lab test reports to confirm specification conformity
  • • EMD ₹124,900 and flexible submission via DD or fixed deposit receipt in favor of PFA NFR MLG
  • • Scope includes installation, testing, commissioning, operator training, and statutory clearances
  • • Dedicated service support with toll-free numbers and an explicit escalation matrix
  • • Past experience proofs accepted via multiple documentary forms (contracts, invoices, client certificates)
  • • Accessories inclusivity within scope; external storage capacity included

Categories 2

OPTICAL TIME DOMAIN REFLECTOMETER FIBER OPTIC FAULT LOCATORS

Tender Overview

North East Frontier Railway invites bids for an Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) with integrated Visual Fault Locator (VFL) and Visual Light Source (VLS), including built-in Power Meter, and comprehensive storage for OTDR traces. The scope covers supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operator training, and statutory clearances if required. The procurement location is Kamrup, Assam (781001) with an EMD of ₹124,900 and a requirement for service support and escalation contacts. Past project experience can be demonstrated via contracts, client certificates, or third-party notes. The bid emphasizes complete lifecycle support and NABL/ILAC test report availability as a conformity check.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product category: Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) with integrated accessories and warranty.
  • Key capabilities: Fiber compatibility, Central wavelength (nm), Wavelength tolerance, Dynamic range at max wavelength, Event dead zone (maximum), Attenuation dead zone (maximum), Distance measurement accuracy (±), Sampling points.
  • Display/Storage: Display size, Internal storage for OTDR traces, External storage capacity included.
  • Built-in features: VFL/VSL, Power meter with built-in functionality, Power meter input port, Wavelength range, Minimum power measurement range (dBm), Power meter accuracy (±).
  • Physical & maintenance: Connector tip, Accessories included in scope, Operating temperature range, Maximum operating temperature, Max humidity.
  • Certification/Testing: Availability of test reports from Central Govt/NABL/ILAC-accredited labs to prove conformity to specifications.
  • Warranty: Standard warranty conditions to be clarified; ensure service support and escalation are documented.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Scope of supply includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operator training, and statutory clearances if required.
  • Service & Support: dedicated toll-free number and escalation matrix for after-sales support.
  • Past Experience: proof via contract copies, client execution certificates, invoices with self-certification, or third-party notes.
  • EMD & PBG: EMD can be submitted as a DD/Fixed Deposit Receipt in favor of PFA NFR MLG or PFA MLG, Maligaon; hard copies due within 5 days of bid end; successful bidder may substitute PBG with a DD; delivery of hard copy within 15 days after award.
  • Submission documents: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financials, technical compliance, OEM authorizations as applicable; ensure scans and hard copies as required.

Key Specifications

  • OTDR with integrated VFL and VLS, Power Meter, and capacity for OTDR trace storage

  • Fiber compatibility information and central wavelength(s) must be specified

  • Wavelength tolerance and dynamic range metrics to be provided

  • Event and attenuation dead zones to be specified (maximum values)

  • Distance measurement accuracy with stated ± value

  • Sampling points count to be disclosed

  • Display size and internal/external storage capacity to be disclosed

  • Built-in power meter: wavelength range, min power range (dBm), and accuracy

  • Connector tip type to be specified

  • Operating temperature range and humidity tolerance

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD amount and submission method (DD/FDR) with hard-copy delivery timeline

  • Delivery scope includes installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training

  • Certification evidence: NABL/ILAC lab reports; service-support escalation details

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Details to be as per GeM terms; EMD submission via DD/FDR; payment terms likely on delivery/completion as per contract

Delivery Schedule

Delivery, installation, testing and commissioning to be completed within contract timeline; training of operators included

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

LD provisions and performance security terms to be confirmed in bid document; ensure compliance with warranty and support SLA

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in supplying/servicing OTDR equipment or similar fiber test instrumentation

  • Sufficient financial viability evidenced by financial statements

  • OEM authorization or proven capability to supply the specified OTDR with required accessories

Additional Tender Data

Commercial Details

Tender Category

Goods

Bid To RA

No

Bid To RA Enabled

No

Item Category

Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) (Q3)

Authority Records

MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS

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Documents 3

GeM-Bidding-9500505.pdf

Main Document

CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

Technical Specifications 1 Item

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Category Specification Requirement
PERFORMANCE Fiber Compatibility Single Mode
PERFORMANCE Central Wavelength (nm) 1310 & 1550 for Single Mode;
PERFORMANCE Wavelength Tolerance (±) 10.0 Or lower
PERFORMANCE Dynamic range@ Max Wavelength 38.0 - 50.0 Or higher
PERFORMANCE Event dead zone - Maximum 1.0 Or lower
PERFORMANCE Attenuation dead zone - Maximum 6.0 Or lower
PERFORMANCE Distance Measurement Accuracy (±) 0.79 Or lower
PERFORMANCE Sampling points 256000.0 - 256000.0 Or higher
DISPLAY / STORAGE Display Size 7.0 - 12.0 Or higher
DISPLAY / STORAGE Internal Storage OTDR traces 50000
DISPLAY / STORAGE External Storage Capacity inclusive in the scope of supply 32 Or higher
VISUAL FAULT LOCATOR (VFL) / VISUAL LIGHT SOURCE (VLS) FOR OTDR Built-in Visual Fault Locator (VFL) / Visual Light Source (VSL) Yes
POWER METER FOR OTDR Built-in Power Meter Yes
POWER METER FOR OTDR Power Meter input port Dedicated Port on OTDR
POWER METER FOR OTDR Wavelength Range 850 nm to 1650 nm
POWER METER FOR OTDR Minimum Power measurement range (dBm) -70.0 - -50.0 Or lower
POWER METER FOR OTDR Accuracy (Power Meter) (±) 0.0 - 1.0 Or lower
GENERIC Connector Tip PC/UPC
ACCESSORIES Aceesories inclusive in the Scope of Supply (Select included Accessories Only) DC vehicle battery-charging adaptor (12 V), Suitable VFL/VSL adapter, Carry Case
OPERATING CONDITIONS Minimum Operating Temperature -10.0 Or lower
OPERATING CONDITIONS Maximum Operating Temperature 50.0 Or higher
OPERATING CONDITIONS Maximum Operating Humidity 95.0 - 95.0 Or higher
WARRANTY WARRANTY 1, 2, 3, 5 Or higher
CERTIFICATION Availability of Test Reports from Central Govt/ NABL/ ILAC acredited lab to prove confirmity to the Specifications Yes

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Required Documents

1

GST Registration Certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card

3

Experience certificates / contract copies with client self-certification

4

Financial statements for the last financial year

5

EMD submission proof (DD or Fixed Deposit Receipt) or equivalent

6

Technical bid documents and compliance certificates

7

OEM authorization letters / vendor authorization (if applicable)

8

Proof of NABL/ILAC lab conformity reports (if available)

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about ASSAM tender market

How to bid for the OTDR tender in Kamrup Assam Railway 2026

Bidders must meet eligibility criteria including prior OTDR or fiber test instrument supply experience, provide GST and PAN, submit financials, and include EMD ₹124,900 via DD or FDR. Include OEM authorizations if applicable, NABL/ILAC conformity reports if available, and comply with installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training requirements.

What documents are required for the North East Frontier Railway OTDR bid

Submit GST certificate, PAN card, experience proofs (contracts/invoices), financial statements, EMD proof (DD/FDR), technical compliance certificates, OEM authorizations, and NABL/ILAC conformity documents if available. Ensure scanned copies with bid and hard copies sent within 5 days post bid end date.

What are the key OTDR technical specifications for this tender

The bid covers fiber compatibility, central wavelength, wavelength tolerance, dynamic range, event/attenuation dead zones, distance measurement accuracy, sampling points, display size, internal/external storage, built-in VFL/VSL, built-in power meter (range and accuracy), and connector tip. Exact numeric values to be provided in the technical bid schedule.

When is the EMD submission deadline for the OTDR procurement

EMD ₹124,900 must be submitted with the bid as a Demand Draft or Fixed Deposit Receipt payable to the specified authority; scanned proof to be uploaded with bid and hard copy delivered within 5 days after bid end date. Ensure adherence to stated submission format.

What are the service and support requirements for the OTDR bid

Bidder must provide a dedicated toll-free service number and an escalation matrix for after-sales support. The scope includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operator training, and ongoing service support to satisfy uptime and warranty commitments.

What conformity reports are required for tender evaluation

Availability of test reports from Central Government/NABL/ILAC-accredited labs is required to prove conformity. If not available, provide alternative credible compliance evidence and ensure procurement terms permit verification during evaluation.

What delivery and installation terms accompany the OTDR procurement

Delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training are included in the scope. The contract may require statutory clearances if applicable; ensure timely submission of all installation and training materials and documentation with the bid.

Which organization and location does this OTDR tender pertain to

The tender is issued by North East Frontier Railway, Indian Railways, for Kamrup, Assam (781001). The product category is Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) with related accessories, warranty, and service terms as part of a railway procurement cycle.

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