Northern Railway XLPE Cable Tender IS 7098 Part I 1.1 KV ISI BIS 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Northern Railway (Indian Railways) seeks supply of XLPE Cable up to 1.1 KV marked to IS 7098 (Part 1). Estimated value: ₹3,378,000 with EMD ₹29,970. Location is not specified in the data; procurement focuses on general industrial cable categories for rail infrastructure. Key differentiators include OEM/original equipment manufacturer sourcing, BIS/IS 7098-compliant product, and a 30-month warranty. The tender enforces a strict supplier eligibility path and a 25% quantity variation window. This tender targets cable assemblies suitable for mine environments and enhanced fire performance classifications.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: XLPE cable for working voltage up to and including 1.1 KV.
• Standards & certifications: IS 7098 (Part 1), BIS licensing required; OEM authorization where applicable.
• Conductor/Construction details: specify material of conductor, construction of conductor, type of inner sheath, and armouring requirements; multiple generic categories indicate cross-check with exact itemization in BOQ once released.
• Environment/usage: intended for mine environments with fire-performance considerations; classification of cables for improved fire performance.
• Delivery/inspection: inspection place to be provided on firm letterhead; final acceptance at consignee destination; no advance payment.
• Warranty/aftermarket: 30-month warranty; rectification/replacement at no extra cost during warranty.
• Delivery terms: option clause allows ±25% quantity variation; delivery timeline linked to last date of original delivery order.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹29,970; must be submitted with bid as per terms.
• Payment terms: 100% on receipt and acceptance of material; no advance payment.
• Warranty: 30 months; warranty obligations reside with supplier; IRS Terms govern.
• Source of procurement: OEM or their authorized dealers only; bid-specific OEM authorization letter required for dealers.
• BIS certification: mandatory copy of valid BIS License Certificate with bid.
• Delivery/validation: inspection confirmation on firm letterhead; adherence to delivery schedule with option clause; non-compliance may reject bid.
• Documents: upload all required certificates and documents per ATC/Corrigendum; ensure OEM authorization and EMD accordingly.