Eastern Railway XLPE Cable Tender ISI Marked 7098 Part 1 & 2 Mines & General Use 2026

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by Eastern Railway (Indian Railways) for ISI Marked XLPE cables classified under IS 7098 (Part 1) for voltage up to 1.1 kV and IS 7098 (Part 2) up to 33 kV, with RITES as a potential inspection agency. The bid quantity is subject to a 25% +/- variance under option clauses, at contracted rates, and delivery starts after the original delivery period. The tender explicitly requires BIS certification and a 30-month warranty from supply, with an inspection regime covering pre-dispatch and post-receipt checks. The scope is supply of goods (no services), with OEM warranty commitments and post-sales support expectations. This procurement targets ISI marked cables suitable for mine environments and flame/low-smoke classifications as per FR/FR-LSH standards, emphasizing compliance and traceability. The EMD is ₹89,864; delivery terms and option clauses drive price and schedule risk, making supplier readiness critical.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards to meet: IS 7098 (Part 1) for 1.1 kV cables; IS 7098 (Part 2) for up to 33 kV cables; ISI Marked. Cables must be suitable for mine environments with FR/FR-LSH flame retardance and low smoke emission.
• Categories covered: types of cable, nominal conductor area (mm²), material of conductor, inner sheath, packaging, and armour types.
• Key construction details: conductor material, number of cores, inner sheath material, armour type and armouring material options, packing method suitable for mine operation and transport.
• Performance parameters: voltage grade, suitability for mine use, and classification for enhanced fire performance.
• Inspection/approval: Pre-dispatch inspection by chosen agency; post-receipt inspection by RITES if selected; BIS certification mandatory for bid submission; 30-month OEM warranty.
• Scope of supply: strictly supply of goods; installation not included; bidder must provide service/after-sales arrangements in India.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹89,864. Submission per tender terms; BIS certificate upload is mandatory; non-compliance leads to rejection.
• Warranty: 30 months from date of supply; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; after-sales service network with local centers must be declared.
• Delivery terms: Delivery period defined by original delivery order; option clause permits up to ±25% quantity variation; time extension rules specified with minimum 30 days.
• Past experience: Evidence of past experience in supplying ISI marked XLPE cables; multiple documentation options acceptable.
• Payment terms: Not explicitly stated beyond supply-only scope; standard government procurement practice applies; ensure compliance with general procurement payment norms.
• Documents required: GST, PAN, technical compliance certificates, OEM authorization (if applicable), financials, and a demonstrated track record in similar cable supply projects.