Tender Overview
North Central Railway invites bids for Pneumatic Tyres for Commercial Vehicles in Diagonal and Radial Ply marked to IS 15636 (Q2). The bid carries an EMD of ₹24,350 and requires OEM authorization if acting as an agent. Inspection is conducted by RITES pre-dispatch and no post-reception inspection is specified. The scope emphasizes IS 15636 conformity, test reports, and on-demand certificates. The tender targets suppliers capable of supplying tyres meeting category, size designation, and structural standards with reliable after-sales support. The procurement is positioned to ensure supply-chain reliability, brand compliance, and timely delivery to railway stores. A noteworthy differentiator is the explicit requirement for OEM service presence and local content declarations.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- IS 15636 compliance for tyre type, structure, rim diameter code ‘d’, and nominal ‘d’ values per Table 1 (Clause 3.17)
- Tyre category: Pneumatic tyres suitable for commercial vehicles; diagonal and radial ply variants
- Testing/Certification: Conformity of specifications; willingness to furnish all test reports and certificates on demand
- Warranty: 3-year warranty from final acceptance or after installation & commissioning; OEM warranty certificates to be submitted at delivery
- Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection by nominated agency (RITES) and post-receipt checks if applicable
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹24,350 (prescribed amount) to be deposited as per bid terms
- Warranty/Service: 3-year warranty; ensure installed base with service centers in INDIA; provide installation and maintenance support documentation
- ATC/OEM authorization: GeM bid-specific OEM authorization if acting as agent/dealer; local content declarations required
- Documentation: OEM certificates, test reports, and service center details to be uploaded with bid; adherence to IS 15636 standards
- Inspection: Pre-dispatch by RITES; post-receipt inspection as applicable; ensure traceability of lot numbers and certificates
