Southern Railway Electrical Junction Box for Lighting Tender 2026 - Supply Only, 25% Quantity Variation, MSE Preference
Bid Publish Date
08-Sep-2026, 11:12 am
Bid End Date
22-Sep-2026, 10:00 am
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • MSE purchase preference eligibility and price matching mechanism up to 25% of contract value
- • OEM warranty certificates required at the time of goods delivery
- • Scope limited to supply of goods; installation/commissioning may be part of scope per acceptance
- • Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation with delivery period adjustments
- • Submission of GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD, and OEM authorization documents
- • Consignee-location warranty and after-sales support requirements
- • No BOQ items available; tender focuses on product supply capability and compliance
Tender Overview
The opportunity is open with Southern Railway for the Electrical Junction Box for Lighting (Q3) under the Indian Railways framework. The procurement scope is limited to Supply of Goods with a potential ±25% quantity variation at contract. MSEs eligible for purchase preference must be manufacturers of the offered product. OEM warranty certificates are required at delivery, and the warranty period aligns with the supplier’s standard OEM terms, applicable from final acceptance or post-installation testing at the consignee location. The clause permits quantity adjustments during the contract currency, with delivery timelines tied to the original order, and a minimum extension time rule. Unique considerations include compliance with purchase preference rules and certificate submission requirements. This tender emphasizes supply capability, warranty assurance, and contract flexibility.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Scope: Only supply of Goods for Electrical Junction Box for Lighting.
- Warranty: OEM warranty certificates must be submitted by the Successful Bidder at delivery; warranty aligns with OEM terms and covers breakdown rectification during the guarantee period.
- Delivery/Installation: Delivery terms reference the consignee location; installation/commissioning may be included in scope per final acceptance.
- Option Clause: Purchaser reserves right to increase/decrease quantity up to 25% during contract and currency period, with calculated delivery time rules.
- Documentation: Upload required certificates with bid (GST, PAN, experience, financials, OEM authorizations as applicable).
Terms & Eligibility
- MSE Preference: If eligible, MSEs can secure up to 25% of contract value, subject to price matching within defined margins.
- Certificates: Bidder must upload all mandated certificates; non-submission risks rejection.
- Warranty & After-Sales: OEM warranty and service support terms must be clearly stated; rectification during guarantee period guaranteed by seller.
- Payment & Delivery: Specific payment terms not detailed; delivery is anchored to original order timelines with option-based extensions. Ensure compliance with supplier terms and purchase policy.
- Experience/Turnover: Not specified; bidders should ensure capability to supply electrical junction boxes for lighting at scale.
Key Specifications
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Product: Electrical Junction Box for Lighting
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Category: Electrical hardware supply (Q3)
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Quantity: Not specified in BOQ (No items listed)
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EMD/Value: Not specified
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Standards/Certification: Not specified in data; require OEM warranty certificates
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Delivery: Goods supply to consignee location; installation/commissioning may be separate
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Warranty: OEM warranty terms; rectification during guarantee period
Terms & Conditions
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Option Clause allows ±25% quantity variation at contract award and during currency at contracted rates
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Purchase preference available for MSEs if manufacturer of offered product; price matching within policy margins
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OEM warranty certificates required at time of delivery; warranty period aligned to OEM terms
Important Clauses
Option Clause
Purchaser can increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract placement and during currency; delivery extended by calculated time formula with minimum 30 days
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period linked to last date of original delivery order; extension provisions apply as per option calculations
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly specified; ensure compliance with OEM warranty and timely supply; penalties may apply per contract terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Manufacturer eligibility for MSE preference (if claiming) with required documentation
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Ability to supply electrical junction boxes for lighting in required quantities
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Compliance with OEM warranty provisioning and post-sale support
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
255
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
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
Electrical Junction Box for Lighting (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
5
Delivery Cities
Coimbatore, Erode, Karur, MTP Office of the Senior Section Engineer Electrical Works Southern Railway Mettupalayam Railway Station, Salem
Delivery Pincodes
636005, 638002, 639001, 641001, 641301
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamilselvan S | 636005,SENIOR SECTION ENGINEER,ELECTRICAL, SOUTHERN RAILWAY,RRI CABIN ROAD,SURAMANGALAM,SALEM | Salem | Tamil Nadu | 636005 | 75 | 30 | - |
| Hariram K | 639001,Office of the SSE / E / KRR Office of the Senior Section Engineer Electrical Works Southern Railway Karur Railway Station,639001 | Karur | Tamil Nadu | 639001 | 25 | 30 | - |
| Arun Thanusubramania Pillai | 638002,OFFICE OF THE SR.SECTION ENGINEER Electrical Power Depot, Near Electric Loco Shed,Southern Railway, Erode, 638002 | Erode | Tamil Nadu | 638002 | 50 | 30 | - |
| KRISHNADAS P | 641301,Office of the SSE / E / MTP Office of the Senior Section Engineer Electrical Works Southern Railway Mettupalayam Railway Station,641301 | MTP Office of the Senior Section Engineer Electrical Works Southern Railway Mettupalayam Railway Station | - | 641301 | 30 | 30 | - |
| M.Dinesh Kumar | 641001,SSE / EE/ P /CBE Office of the SSE Electrical Good shed road, (Opp to Head Post Office) Southern Railway Tamil nadu Coimbatore - 641018, Coimbatore, 641001 | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu | 641001 | 50 | 30 | - |
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Documents 2
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar supply of electrical junction boxes
Financial statements / annual reports (financial capability evidence)
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as applicable)
Technical bid documents (technical compliance with product)
OEM authorization / Manufacturer authorization letter
Warranty policy from OEM and installation/commissioning plan (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for Southern Railway electrical junction box tender in 2026
To bid, prepare documents listed in terms (GST, PAN, experience, financial statements, EMD, OEM authorizations) and submit OEM warranty details. The contract allows ±25% quantity variation; ensure capability to supply goods and meet warranty obligations; purchase preference may apply for eligible MSEs.
What documents are required for the electrical junction box bid in Railways
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for similar supply, financial statements, EMD documentation, technical bid, OEM authorization, and OEM warranty terms. All certificates should be uploaded with the bid as per buyer terms to avoid rejection.
What are the warranty requirements for Southern Railway lighting boxes
OEM warranty certificates must be provided at the time of delivery, with the seller guaranteeing rectification during the warranty period. Warranty aligns with the OEM terms and includes post-installation support if applicable at the consignee location.
When can quantity variation occur in the Railway electrical box contract
The purchaser may vary quantity up to 25% of bid quantity at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates. Delivery timing follows the original delivery date with adjustments for extended periods, minimum 30 days, and proportional extension calculations.
What is the scope of supply for the lighting junction box tender
The scope is limited to the supply of goods only; installation or commissioning may be considered within the final acceptance or as per terms, and delivery is to the consignee location with potential extension as per option clause.
What is the MSE purchase preference criteria for this bid
MSE preference applies if the bidder is the manufacturer of the offered product; price matching within policy margins may allow award for 25% of total value to the MSE seller, with L-1 price considerations.