Southern Railway Rubber Welding Hoses Tender IS 447 2026 - BIS Marked, IS 447 Type Test, 15m Coil, RAILWAY PROCUREMENT

Tender Overview

Southern Railway invites bids for the supply of rubber welding hoses compliant with IS 447 and BIS marked. The scope is limited to the supply of goods, with performance parameters including nominal bore size, nominal length, reinforcement, and hose colour. Deliverables are to be in coils of 15 metres length per accounting unit, and suppliers must provide a type test report per IS:447 from an ILAC/NABL accredited lab. The procurement emphasizes quality conformity, with a requirement for BIS license and type test certification. The tender references potential quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after contract award, and a flexible delivery schedule relative to original delivery timelines. Unique aspects include verification through consignees/RSO inspections for BIS-approved manufacturers and mandatory documentation of past performance credentials. This opportunity targets suppliers with established railway or government-procurement experience and demonstrated quality control capabilities.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards: IS 447 (latest) compliance; BIS marked products
• Performance parameters: Reinforcement specification; Nominal Length in metres; Nominal Bore Size in millimetres; Colour as specified
• Packaging: 15 metres per coil as the accounting unit (Nos)
• Warranty: As per tender terms (years not specified in data)
• Documentation/testing: Availability of Type Test Report covering complete IS:447 parameters from an ILAC/NABL accredited lab; BIS license and related approvals
• Other notes: Inspection by consignee or RITES for BIS license holders’ channels; supplier must demonstrate past performance credentials when bidding; M&P/testing facilities details may be requested

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Performance credentials: Past performance evidence required (minimum 20% of tender quantity executed in railways/ govt entities) with PO copies, R.Note, CRAC, and Inspection certificates
• Option clause: Quantity may vary ±25% with supply at contracted rates; delivery period adjustments follow defined formula
• Scope: Only supply of goods; no fabrication or services
• Documentation: BIS licence, Type Test certificates, approval certificates; vendor must upload relevant certificates with bid
• Inspection: Direct inspection by consignee or RITES for BIS-authorized dealers
• Warranty/Quality: Type test reports and certification validation are mandatory for eligibility; adherence to IS 447 standards is non-negotiable