Rail Wheel Factory Yelahanka X-Ray Detectable Absorbent Cotton Gauze IS 16950 2026 Bangalore

Tender Overview

Rail Wheel Factory Yelahanka, an Indian Railways unit, invites bid for supply of X-Ray detectable absorbent cotton gauze conforming to IS 16950. The product features a distinctly coloured X-ray opaque component integrated into the gauze, with specifications aligned to IS 16950 (Latest Revision). Location: BANGALORE, KARNATAKA. Scope: Supply of Goods (no services) with single-item focus, to be delivered under MDR 2017 compliance and with a valid Medical Device license issued under the Drugs and Cosmetic Act. Unique aspects include explicit packing/marking per IS 16950 and shelf life compliance. This procurement emphasizes traceable X-ray detectable thread integration and material identification, suitable for railway medical/maintenance contexts. The tender specifies dedicated service support contact requirements and an escalation matrix, underscoring after-sales responsiveness.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Absorbent cotton gauze with X-ray detectable component using a clearly colored, continuous yarn.
• X-ray component: distinctly coloured X-ray opaque thread/yarn and method of attaching the thread to the gauze.
• Standards: Table 1 IS 16950 (Latest Revision) for performance; packing & marking per IS 16950 (Latest Revision).
• Certifications: Compliance to Medical Device Rules (MDR) 2017 and valid Medical Device license under Drugs & Cosmetics Act.
• Measurements: width x length, number of plies, weight of X-ray detectable thread (g/m2); life shelf: minimum shelf life at delivery.
• Documentation/quality: product must meet identified quality metrics and be MDR-complaint with traceability.
• Deliverables: supply of goods only with dedicated OEM/service support line and escalation matrix.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: not specified in tender data; bidders should prepare as per standard railway supply processes.
• Delivery: not specified; bidders must confirm lead times in their technical bid.
• Payment terms: not specified; detailed terms to be provided in contract documents.
• Documents to submit: GST registration, PAN, MDR compliance certificates, Medical Device license, OEM authorizations, technical compliance documents, financial statements, and experience certificates.
• After-sales: dedicated/toll-free service support required; escalation matrix to be provided by bidder/OEM.
• Warranty: not specified in overview; check tender ATC for exact warranty expectations and penalties.