South Eastern Railway XLPE Cable Tender IS 7098 Part-1 1.1 kV ISI BIS 30 Months Warranty 2026
Bid Publish Date
10-Oct-2026, 4:54 pm
Bid End Date
22-Oct-2026, 5:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
South Eastern Railway (Indian Railways) seeks supply of XLPE cable for working voltage up to and including 1.1 kV conforming to IS 7098 (Part 1), ISI marked and BIS licensed. Location: West Singhbhum, Jharkhand 831013. Expected scope: Only supply of goods with detailed packing and testing requirements; tender emphasizes compliance with BIS license and ISI marking. Unique clauses include a 30-month warranty from delivery, quantity tolerance of minus 5%, and standard drum lengths. Inspection by RITES pre-dispatch and CONSIGNEE post-receipt is mandated. The bid requires OEM authorization or Manufacturer BIS license, and packaging in drums of 500m capacity (with 200m drums for remaining lengths). This tender includes an Acceptance Test per IS 7098 Part-1 and a Type Test Certificate from a NABL-accredited lab. The project sits in a government procurement context with stringent compliance and documentation expectations.
- Location-based tender in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand
- Organization and product: South Eastern Railway XLPE cable supply
- Standards: IS 7098 Part-1, ISI marking, BIS license
- Warranty: 30 months; packaging: drum lengths 500m/200m
- Inspection: RITES pre-dispatch; CONSIGNEE post-receipt
- Documentation: type tests and ISI/BIS compliance required
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: XLPE Cable for working voltage up to 1.1 kV
- Standard: IS 7098 (Part 1); ISI marking mandatory
- Compliance: BIS licence for offered product; OEM authorization if no direct manufacture
- Packing: standard drum lengths of 500m ±5%; leftover lengths on 200m or 500m drums as applicable
- Testing: Acceptance Test per IS:7098 Part-1; Type Test Certificate from NABL lab for conductors ≥ specified cross-section
- Inspection: pre-dispatch by RITES; post-receipt by consignee
- Quantity tolerance: minus 5% within PO quantity
- Warranty: 30 months from delivery date
- Documentation: GST invoice in consignee name; GST payment proof; IS/BIS certificates; TAR/ATC documents
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Security: not specified in data; ensure BIS License along with bid
- Delivery: quantity tolerance allowed; packaging and drum specifications must be adhered to
- Payment terms: GST considerations clarified; invoice must reflect consignee GSTIN
- Warranty: 30 months from delivery; penalties for non-conformance not detailed
- Documentation: mandatory upload of ISI/BIS certificates, NABL Type Test, OEM authorization if applicable
- Inspection: ISD via RITES and post-delivery by consignee; ATC compliance required
- Acceptance: AT report to be submitted with material
Key Specifications
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Product/service: XLPE cable for working voltage up to 1.1 kV
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Standards: IS 7098 (Part-1); ISI marking; BIS license
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Packing: drums of 500m capacity; 500m standard length; remaining quantities in 200m/500m drums
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Quantity tolerance: -5% allowed within PO
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Warranty: 30 months from date of delivery
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Testing: NABL Type Test Certificate; Acceptance Test per IS 7098 Part-1
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Inspection: Pre-dispatch by RITES; post-receipt by consignee
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Documentation: GST invoice in consignee name; GST portal payment proof
Terms & Conditions
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EMD/Performance security not explicitly stated; BIS license required
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ISI marking and BIS license mandatory with bid submission
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30-month warranty and specific drum packing requirements
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Acceptance Test per IS 7098 Part-1 and NABL type test certificates
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Quantity tolerance of minus 5% within purchase order
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST payable per actuals or applicable rates; invoice in consignee name with GSTIN; GST payment proof uploaded
Delivery Schedule
No explicit date; ensure supply with packaging per drum specifications and post-inspection acceptance
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in data; implied penalties via non-delivery or non-compliance with IS 7098 Part-1
Bidder Eligibility
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Bidder must hold BIS license for IS 7098 Part-1 compliant cables
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Manufacturer BIS license or OEM authorization letter required
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ISI marked cable with NABL Type Test certification for the specified cross-section
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1000
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
20 %
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
XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV Marked To IS 7098 (Part 1) (Q2)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
60
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
West Singhbhum
Delivery Pincodes
833102
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rupesh Kumar Ranjan | 833102,South Eastern Railway, Chakradharpur, P.O. - Chakradharpur | West Singhbhum | Jharkhand | 833102 | 1000 | 60 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9957861.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card of bidder
Experience certificates related to XLPE cable supply
Financial statements (last 2-3 years)
EMD/Security deposit document (as applicable)
Technical bid documents demonstrating IS 7098 Part-1 compliance
BIS License for offered product conforming to IS 7098 Part-1
OEM authorization letter (if quoting through dealer)
Type Test Certificate from NABL-accredited lab complying with IS 7098 Part-1
ISI marking certificate and packing/packing drum specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about JHARKHAND tender market
How to bid for XLPE cable tender in West Singhbhum Jharkhand 2026?
To bid, ensure BIS license for IS 7098 Part-1, ISI marking, NABL type test, OEM authorization if dealer, and submit GST-compliant invoice in consignee name. Include packaging details (500m drums, 200m drums for rest) and acceptance test plan per IS 7098 Part-1. Also attach EMD as applicable.
What documents are required for IS 7098 Part-1 XLPE cable supply bid?
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, BIS license, OEM authorization (if applicable), NABL Type Test Certificate, ISI marking proof, packing drum specifications, financial statements, experience certificates, and GST payment proof from portal. Ensure all are uploaded with technical bid.
What are the key technical specifications for IS 7098 Part-1 cable?
Key specs include XLPE insulation for up to 1.1 kV, IS 7098 Part-1 standard, ISI marking, NABL Type Test Certificate, 500m drum packing with 500m length, and 5% quantity tolerance. Acceptance testing is per IS 7098 Part-1 and RITES inspection is required.
What is the warranty period for the supplied XLPE cable?
The contract requires a warranty of 30 months from the date of delivery. This warranty covers material and workmanship and may entail replacement or repair as per purchase terms if failures arise during the period.
Are pre-dispatch and post-delivery inspections mandatory for this tender?
Yes. Pre-dispatch inspection is conducted by RITES at seller premises, while post-receipt inspection occurs at the consignee site. An Acceptance Test Report per IS 7098 Part-1 must accompany the supply.
What are the packaging requirements for XLPE cables in this tender?
Cables must be packed in 500m drums with ±5% length variance; remaining quantity should be in 200m or 500m drums depending on length. Ensure drum labeling matches ISI/BIS standards and includes exact meterage per drum.