Modern Coach Factory Raebareli XLPE Cable Tender 1.1 KV IS 7098 Part 1 Rajasthan Railways 2026

Tender Overview

Modern Coach Factory Raebareli, under the Indian Railways umbrella, seeks the supply of XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV marked to IS 7098 (Part 1). Scope is limited to the supply of goods with no installation. The tender emphasizes compliance with BIS licensing and mandates OEM authorization for distributors. Location is India; no start/end dates disclosed. A key differentiator is the requirement for BIS license validation and MSE purchase preference for eligible bidders, with a mechanism to match L-1 within the policy margin. The procurement targets a uniform cable specification across standard and construction categories, including mine-use and low-temperature capabilities, with explicit emphasis on conductor material, insulation color, inner sheath, and armour. The contract’s emphasis on material conformity and inspection options adds quality control depth to the supply chain.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Cable type: XLPE-insulated power cable; working voltage up to 1.1 kV; IS 7098 (Part 1) compliant
• Categories covered: standard (mines use, low temperature use), generic (fire performance), construction (conductor, insulation color, inner sheath), armour (type/material), identification (sequential marking), packing and marking (coil/wind specification)
• Conductor details: material and construction method specified; insulation color and inner sheath type defined; armour type and material defined; identification marking method
• Compliance & standards: IS 7098 (Part 1) as the marking standard; BIS license is mandatory for bid evaluation; OEM/Distributor authorization required
• Quality/inspection: post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch optional; nominated inspection agency empowered
• Procurement context: scope of supply limited to goods; no BOQ quantity listed; emphasis on conformity to tender specifications

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD / security: not specified in data provided
• Purchase preference: MSEs eligible if manufacturer of offered product; 25% contract value reserved for L1+/within policy margins
• Delivery & inspection: inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises if ATC selects; BIS license mandatory
• Authorization: OEM authorization required for agents; bid must include firm confirmation of supplying per specification
• Documentation: BIS license, OEM authorization, and conformity declarations must accompany bid
• Warranty & penalties: not detailed in data; BIS compliance noted as critical for evaluation