South Central Railway Silica Gel (IS 3401) Conforming to IS 3401 Tender 2026

Tender Overview

South Central Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for the supply of Silica Gel (V2) conforming to IS 3401 (Q3). Estimated value: ₹131,110. Location details not specified in the data. Scope is limited to the supply of goods (no installation). Key differentiator: requirement to prove conformity to IS 3401 with test reports on demand. Unique aspect includes the IS 3401 standard compliance and packaging/marking expectations. This procurement targets suppliers capable of providing quantitatively modest silica gel packs that meet the standard and documentation demands.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Silica Gel (V2), conforming to IS 3401 (Q3)
• Key properties to specify in bid: Type, Colour, Form, Particle Size (Nominal) mm, Absorption Capacity by weight (%) (min), Bulk Density (g/L), Pack Type (Primary Packaging), Unit Pack Size
• Documentation: Conformity to Indian Standard with test reports and certificates on demand; supplier to furnish all required certificates
• Compliance: Agreed to furnish test reports proving conformity to specifications upon buyer/consignee demand
• BOQ: No line items listed; indicates a potentially small, single-item supply
• EMD: Not disclosed in data; bidders should verify during procurement inquiry
• Delivery: The ATC section indicates delivery terms may be customized by purchaser direction; ensure readiness for flexible scheduling
• Brand/OEM: No explicit brand requirement; IS 3401 conformance is mandatory
• Packaging/Marking: Expect adherence to packing and marking standards per IS 3401 transparency
• Expiry/Storage: Not specified; ensure storage conditions align with silica gel handling practices

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity flexibility: Purchaser may increase/decrease bid quantity up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates
• Delivery period: Calculated as (Additional Quantity / Original Quantity) × Original Delivery Period, with minimum 30 days; extension rules apply
• Payment and scope: Bid price must include all cost components; scope is strictly the supply of goods
• Documentation on demand: Must furnish all test reports/certificates proving IS 3401 conformity
• EMD: Amount not disclosed in provided data; confirm at bid stage
• Eligibility: Suppliers must demonstrate capability to supply silica gel with IS 3401 compliance and provide required documentation on request
• Penalties: Not specified; ensure inquiry to understand potential LD/penalties for delays
• Warranty/After-sales: Not specified; verify post-bid support expectations during procurement