Central Railway Manning Outsourcing Tender 25 KV/AC TSS GPR SSP Pune Division 2026

Tender Overview

Central Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for outsourcing the manning of 25 KV/AC TSS across HDN/UN routes and manning of GPR SSP for OHE switch operations at GCMC in Pune Division, for an 18-month period. The estimated contract value is ₹2,2970,395.44 with an EMD of ₹459,408. The scope covers 25 KV/AC traction systems and SSP staffing in multiple locations (Ghorpadi, Talegaon, Karad, Daund, Belwadi, Nimbal, Padhegaon, Kopargaon). The buyer specifies a flexible quantity/duration clause up to 25% and requires dedicated service support with an escalation matrix. This tender consolidates 05 schedules and notes an EMD/FDR submission path, including potential release conditions and post-award delivery expectations. The focus is on OHE operations, rake movement compliance, and SIN/Van de Bharat integration per Pune Division needs.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Outsourcing scope: Manning of 25 KV/AC TSS and GPR SSP for OHE switch operations in Pune Division
• Locations: HDN/UN routes, GCMC, Ghorpadi, Talegaon Lonand Satara Karad, Daund Belwandi Nimbalk Padhegaon Kopargaon
• Period: 18 months contract duration; price schedule total value ₹2,29,70,395.44 incl. GST
• Staff qualifications: 1 skilled worker per TSS/SSP in three shifts (as per customized bids)
• Financial terms: EMD ₹459,408; FDR/PBG options; 5% e-bond (PBG) and FDR withdrawal conditions
• ATC clauses: 25% quantity/duration adjustment allowed pre- and post-contract issuance; dedicated support contact and escalation matrix
• Compliance: Vendor must upload all required certificates; 5 schedules total; OEM/technical authorizations if applicable

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹459,408; permissible forms include EMD in bank draft or FDR with stipulations; alternative: fixed deposit receipt endorsed for release conditions
• PBG/FDR: 5% of contract value as e-PBG; FDR acceptable with borrower name referencing Senior Divisional Finance Manager, Central Railway, Pune Division
• Delivery schedule: 18-month period with potential 25% adjustment; adherence to Van de Bharat rake movement requirements
• Documentation: mandatory certificates and documents as per ATC/ATC corrigendum; failure to provide may lead to rejection
• Support: dedicated toll-free service contact and escalation matrix for post-award support
• Warranty/penalties: penalties and LCs governed by GeM GTC; ensure timely staffing and compliance with safety standards