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North Central Railway Handloom Towels Tender IS 854 Q2 2025 – KVIC Authorized Suppliers, EMD ₹273,420, EST ₹1.367 Cr

Bid Publish Date

09-Nov-2025, 1:00 am

Bid End Date

08-Dec-2025, 1:00 pm

Bid Opening Date

08-Dec-2025, 1:30 pm

EMD

₹2,73,420

Value

₹1,36,70,513

Location

JHANSI , UTTAR PRADESH

Progress

Issue09-Nov-2025, 1:00 am
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Quantity

285994

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Tender Overview

The North Central Railway procurement targets Handloom Cotton Turkish, Honeycomb and Huckaback Towels conforming to IS 854 (Q2). Estimated value is ₹13,670,513 with an EMD of ₹273,420. The contract seeks towels supplied through exclusive suppliers from KVIC or Handloom Clusters (SHG, JLG, Producer Companies, Cooperatives) and requires OEM authorization. The scope includes supply to government/PSU orders, with option to increase quantity by up to 25% of bid quantity and during the currency of the contract at contracted rates. Key differentiation lies in mandated eligibility linked to prior central/state govt procurement and exclusive KVIC sourcing, with acceptance backed by documentary supply proof.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product category: Handloom cotton towels (Turkish, Honeycomb, Huckaback) IS 854 (Q2) compliant
  • No BOQ items listed; emphasis on meeting IS 854 quality and size variants as per bid
  • EMD: ₹273,420; Estimated contract value: ₹13,670,513
  • Eligibility criteria emphasize prior supply: minimum 20% of total bid quantity in any one fiscal year to govt/PSU
  • Authorized dealer/Manufacturer authorization required; supplier must present contract/purchase order proofs and CRAC/receipt acceptance certificates
  • Delivery timelines, extension mechanics, and quantity flex via option clause explained in terms
  • KVIC exclusivity and SHG/JLG/Producer Co. requirements drive bidder eligibility, with documentary evidence required
  • All submissions must include OEM authorization and supply documentation to prove performance

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Option clause allows 25% quantity increase/decrease at contract rates, with delivery time adjustments
  • Special eligibility criteria: 20% of total bid quantity supplied to Govt/PSU in any of last 3 financial years; provide relevant contracts and supply docs
  • Procurement restricted to exclusive KVIC suppliers or Handloom Clusters; successful bidders must show Pehchan Card holders where applicable
  • Bidder must submit contract/P.O. copies, proof of receipt/acceptance (CRAC or equivalent), and stock/consignee certificates
  • Authorized dealer/agent bids require bid-specific authorization; without it, bid may be ignored
  • Rationale for rejection includes lack of documentary evidence of prior comparable supply and non-submission of required documents

Key Specifications

  • Product: Handloom cotton towels (Turkish, Honeycomb, Huckaback)

  • Standard: IS 854 (Q2) compliant

  • Estimated value: ₹13,670,513

  • EMD: ₹273,420

  • Eligible suppliers: KVIC exclusive suppliers or Handloom Clusters (SHG, JLG, Producer Companies, Cooperatives)

  • Documentation: OEM authorization, contract and supply proof, acceptance certificates

Terms & Conditions

  • Scope may increase by up to 25% during contract with adjusted delivery time

  • Eligibility relies on prior govt/PSU supply equal to 20% of bid quantity in 3 years

  • Procurement restricted to KVIC exclusives or Handloom Cluster entities with documentary evidence

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in tender data

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period linked to original delivery order; additional time for option quantity calculated as (increase/original) × original period, minimum 30 days

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in tender data

Bidder Eligibility

  • Suppliers must have supplied 20% of bid quantity for similar towels to govt/PSU in any of the last three financial years

  • Exclusive KVIC supplier status or affiliation with Handloom Clusters (SHG, JLG, PC, Co-ops)

  • Bid-specific OEM authorization from towel manufacturer

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates of similar supply to govt/PSU (with contract numbers and quantities)

4

Financial statements demonstrating turnover and financial stability

5

EMD submission proof (online or DD) of ₹273,420

6

OEM authorization/bid-specific authorization from manufacturer

7

Copies of contract/purchase orders for similar items

8

Proof of receipt and acceptance (CRAC, R-note, or equivalent) for delivered items

9

Supply documents proving cumulative quantity in relevant financial year

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about UTTAR PRADESH tender market

How to bid for handloom towels tender in North Central Railway 2025?

Bidders must meet eligibility criteria: 20% of total bid quantity in the last 3 financial years to govt/PSU, KVIC exclusive supplier status, and OEM authorization. Submit contract/purchase orders, CRAC/acceptance certificates, GST, PAN, financials, and EMD ₹273,420. Include IS 854 (Q2) compliance documentation.

What documents are required for IS 854 towels bid in NC Railway?

Submit GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates for similar govt/PSU supply, financial statements, EMD proof of ₹273,420, OEM authorization, contract/P.O. copies, proof of receipt/acceptance, and supplier eligibility evidence (20% annual quantity). Ensure KVIC/SHG cluster affiliation documents.

What are the technical standards for towel procurement IS 854 Q2?

Towels must conform to IS 854 (Q2) for Turkish cotton handloom towels. Provide documentation proving IS 854 compliance and product variants (Turkish, Honeycomb, Huckaback) with specification alignment to typical dimensional ranges and fabric construction as per bid requirements.

What is the EMD amount for this towel tender in 2025?

The earnest money deposit required is ₹273,420, payable as per tender terms via online mode or demand draft. Ensure submission of EMD proof with the technical bid; incomplete EMD documentation may render the bid ineligible for further evaluation.

When can quantities be increased under the option clause for towels?

The purchaser may increase quantity up to 25% of bid quantity at contracted rates. Additional time is calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days. Delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order.

Who qualifies as eligible suppliers for NC Railway towel supply?

Eligible bidders must be exclusive KVIC suppliers or part of Handloom Clusters (SHG/JLG/Producer Companies/Co-operatives) with Pehchan card involvement. OEM authorization from manufacturer is mandatory; unsolicited offers without documentary evidence will be rejected.

What evidence supports eligibility for prior govt/PSU supply in this tender?

Provide copies of contracts/purchase orders and proof of receipt/acceptance (CRAC or equivalent) showing cumulative towel quantities delivered in a financial year to govt/PSU. At least 20% of total bid quantity must be demonstrated in one year to qualify.

What is the delivery period and extension mechanism for towel supply?

Delivery commencement is from the last date of the original delivery order. If extension occurs, additional time equals (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; the purchaser may extend up to the original delivery period.

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