Southern Railway PVC Insulated Copper Cable Tender Chennai Central & MMC Sub Station 1100V ISI 694 FRLSH 2026
Bid Publish Date
08-Oct-2026, 10:02 am
Bid End Date
19-Oct-2026, 9:00 am
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Southern Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for the supply of 3CORE 2.5 SQMM FLAME RETARDANT PVC INSULATED MULTI STRANDED FLEXIBLE COPPER CABLE (FR-LSH), rated at 1100 VOLTS, conforming to IS: 694. The scope is the supply of cables only, with a total quantity of 1,600 MTR split between Central – 600 MTR and MMC Sub Station Chennai – 1,000 MTR. Eligible brands include KEI, FINOLEX, HAVELLS, L&T, STANDARD, POLYCAB, KUNDANCAB, SUPERLITE, ANCHOR, MARDIA, MESCAB, OMEXGOLD, all with ISI & FRLSH MARK. The bid requires mapping the offered brand in GEM, and OEM authorization from the supplier or stockist. The procurement targets a fabrication-ready, brand-specific bid with delivery at two sites, ensuring materials meet the IS 694 specification and FRLSH standard. Unique aspects include brand-mapped offers and documented OEM authorization, with a delivery timeline aligned to site needs. This tender is positioned as a hardware supply contract for essential railway electrical infrastructure.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: 3CORE 2.5 SQMM FR-LSH copper cable, flame retardant PVC insulated, multi-stranded flexible conductor, 1100V grade.
- Standards: IS: 694, ISI marking, FRLSH marking.
- Brand requirements: Must be from listed OEMs or stockists with explicit brand mapping in GEM; unbranded offers rejected.
- Length/qty: 1,600 MTR total; site allocation: Central – 600 MTR, MMC Sub Station Chennai – 1,000 MTR.
- Documentation required: OEM authorization, test certificate, warranty certificate, GST, PAN, annual turnover certificate, bank mandate.
- Delivery terms: Supply only, to designated sites; alignment with option clauses from buyer terms may apply.
- Quality control: Compliance with IS 694, FRLSH, and supplier’s test certificates.
- Acceptance: strictly as per bid technical specifications; brand-mapped bid only.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/financials: Not explicitly stated in the excerpt; bid requires detailed financial documents (annual turnover certificate, GST, PAN).
- Eligibility: Brand-mapped offer in GEM; OEM authorization letter mandatory (prefer bidder-specific with validity).
- Delivery: Two sites with specified meter allocations; delivery terms align with option clause adjustments up to 25% quantities.
- Documentation: Tax invoice, bank mandate, GST registration, PAN, test certificate, warranty certificate, OEM authorization.
- Penalties/penalty terms: Not specified in excerpt; payable upon breach as per standard procurement terms.
- Warranty: Warranty certificate required; ensure compliance with supplier warranties.
- Payment terms: Not detailed in excerpt; verify with final contract.
- Other: Supplier must ensure offered brand is explicitly reflected in GEM and that authorization is valid.
Key Specifications
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- Product: 3CORE 2.5 SQMM FR-LSH insulated copper cable
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- Voltage grade: 1100 VOLTS
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- Conformance: IS: 694 with ISI and FRLSH markings
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- Brand options: KEI, FINOLEX, HAVELLS, L&T, STANDARD, POLYCAB, KUNDANCAB, SUPERLITE, ANCHOR, MARDIA, MESCAB, OMEXGOLD
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- Total quantity: 1600 MTR
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- Delivery locations: Central – 600 MTR; MMC Sub Station Chennai – 1000 MTR
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- Eligibility: Brand-mapped offers, OEM authorization, and location-specific distribution
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- Documentation: Test, warranty, GST, PAN, annual turnover, OEM authorization
Terms & Conditions
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Option to increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract time
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Delivery period aligned to last delivery order date with extended period rules
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Supply-only scope; no installation services included
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in tender excerpt; confirm in final contract
Delivery Schedule
Delivery to two sites with meter allocations; subject to option clauses as per buyer terms
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in excerpt; apply standard procurement LD terms if breached
Bidder Eligibility
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Brand-mapped offer must be reflected in GEM for the offered brand
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OEM authorization letter from manufacturer or authorized stockist with validity
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Notified annual turnover and GST compliance demonstrated via documents
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Supply of ISI 694 FRLSH marked cables from listed brands
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1600
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
150 (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
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
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
PVC Insulated Copper Cable Single Core and Multi Core Circular Sheathed with Rigid Conductor (V2) ISI Marked To IS 694 (Q2)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
2
Delivery Cities
Chennai
Delivery Pincodes
600003
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashokan K.T | 600003,OFFICE OF THE SR SECTION ENGINEER ,ELECTRICAL GENERAL SERVICE, Moore Market Complex Behind Two wheelers Stand,(Upstairs of MMC Sub Station) Southern Railway Chennai - 600003 | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600003 | 1000 | 30 | - |
| Ram Kumar | 600003,OFFICE OF THE SR SECTION ENGINEER ,ELECTRICAL, POWER ,DR .MGR CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION.CHENNAI -600003 | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600003 | 600 | 30 | - |
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card copy
Annual turnover certificate (IREPS verified)
Test certificate for cables
Warranty certificate from OEM
OEM authorization certificate/letter (prefer bid-specific)
Bank mandate
Tax invoice including supplier details
OEM authorization certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for ISI 694 FRLSH cable tender in Chennai?
To bid, ensure your offer is brand-mapped in GEM, attach OEM authorization (prefer bid-specific with validity), provide GST, PAN, bank mandate, test and warranty certificates, and annual turnover (IREPS-verified). Include 1,600 MTR across two sites and ISI 694 FRLSH compliance. Delivery is site-specific.
What documents are required for supply of 1100V copper cable
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, bank mandate, test certificate, warranty certificate, OEM authorization, annual turnover certificate, and tax invoices. Suppliers must show ISI and FRLSH compliance for 1100V copper cables and brand-mapped offers in GEM.
What are the brand requirements for this tender in Southern Railway
Bidders must offer cables from listed brands and map the brand in GEM. OEM authorization letters are mandatory, preferably bidder-specific with clear validity. Unbranded offers are not eligible for order placement.
What are the delivery locations and quantities for the cables
Delivery is split between Central (600 MTR) and MMC Sub Station Chennai (1000 MTR). Total quantity is 1600 MTR. Materials must meet IS 694, with ISI and FRLSH markings, and be supplied in accordance with the contract's option clause.
What standards and certifications must the cables meet
Cables must conform to IS: 694 with ISI and FRLSH markings. End-to-end testing certificates and warranty certificates from the OEM are required, along with BOM, material specs, and supplier test data to validate compliance.
What is required from bidders regarding OEM authorization
An OEM authorization letter is mandatory, preferably bidder-specific with validity. If using a general authorization, it must clearly indicate the validity period. Offers lacking valid authorization are liable to be ignored during order placement.
What is the scope of supply under this tender
Scope is limited to the supply of 3CORE 2.5 SQMM FR-LSH cables at 1100V, with total 1600 MTR to two railway sites; installation, commissioning, or maintenance are not included in this contract.
How will quantity adjustments be handled during contract
The purchaser may adjust quantities up to 25% at the time of contract placement and during the currency of the contract, at contracted rates. Extended delivery times are calculated as (Additional quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.