East Coast Railway Hand and Short Machine Screwing Taps for ISO Metric Threads IS 6175 (Q3) Tender 2025, Indian Railways

Tender Overview

East Coast Railway invites bids for Hand and Short Machine Screwing Taps intended for ISO Metric Threads IS 6175 (Q3). The procurement scope covers tapping tools compliant with IS 6175 standards, to support maintenance and production at Indian Railways workshops located in India. Tender emphasizes vendor experience through past performance notes (receipt notes/CRAC) and requires adherence to option clauses allowing quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after contract; delivery timelines hinge on original delivery period with minimum 30 days, subject to extension. The unique focus on IS 6175 screws and ISO metric threading differentiates this contract from generic hand tools, while pre-dispatch inspection is not mandated and post-receipt inspection occurs at the consignee site. This tender hinges on supplier capability to supply consistent, standard-compliant taps with traceable performance documentation. The absence of BOQ items suggests a framework for multiple items underlined by acceptance through internal QA procedures. The organization seeks reliable vendors with documented supply history and strong compliance culture for steady procurement activity in 2025.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Hand and Short Machine Screwing Taps for ISO Metric Threads per IS 6175 (Q3)
• Standards/Compliance: IS 6175; ensure ISO metric thread compatibility and conformant dimensions
• Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection not mandated
• BOQ: No items listed; implies a generic framework with potential multiple item entries
• Performance documentation: Must submit past receipt notes/CRAC for similar items to support past performance
• Delivery terms: Quantity variations allowed up to 25%, with extension rules applying per ATC
• Context: Tender targets maintenance tooling aligned to Indian Railways workshop operations in 2025
• Location: India; Organization: East Coast Railway
• EMD/Value: Not specified in the available data; bidders should verify during bid submission
• Other: Option clause requires compliance with extended delivery time calculations and minimum 30 days threshold

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Up to 25% quantity increase/decrease at contract placement and during currency; calculated extension rules apply
• Inspection: Post-receipt inspection by consignee; pre-dispatch inspection not mandated in ATC
• Past Performance: Submit receipt notes/CRAC for similar item availability to support bids
• Delivery Schedule: Based on original delivery period with potential extension; ensure readiness for scale-up
• Documentation: Prepare standard GST, PAN, and performance-related papers; AR/CRAC evidence requested
• Compliance: Align with IS 6175 (Q3) and IS/ISO threading standards; maintain traceability of tool quality