Southern Railway XLPE Cable Supply Tender 1100V IS 7098 Part 1 1988 Chengalpattu 200 Mtrs

Tender Overview

The Southern Railway (Indian Railways) invites bids for the supply of 4-core 70 mm² XLPE insulated, PVC outer sheath, armored with galvanized wire or steel strip cable rated for 1100 volts. Quantity is 200 meters with mandatory ISI marking, and packaging on a wooden drum. Delivery location is Chengalpattu. Branded makes are required (e.g., Gloster, KEI, Vidhut, AJANTA, Neha Cab or equivalent), and only MSE suppliers are eligible. Tests and certificates must accompany delivery, and OEM authorization is mandatory for bidders.

Bidder responsibilities include unloading manpower or crane at the yard, and adherence to option-based quantity variation up to 25%, with delivery extensions following a defined formula. The contract emphasizes pre-qualification to ensure branded, ISI-marked XLPE cable compliance and timely delivery. This tender prioritizes authenticated OEM authorization and on-site unloading readiness as differentiators.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: 4-core 70 SQ. MM XLPE insulated, PVC outer sheath, armored with galvanized round steel wire or steel strip, aluminium conductor, suitable for 1100 V.
• Standards: IS:7098 (PART 1):1988 or latest, with ISI mark. Sequential marking (screen printed) on cable.
• Packaging/Delivery: Packaged and wound on wooden drum; delivery location Chengalpattu.
• Test Certificates: All test certificates to be furnished at delivery; mandatory OEM authorisation certificate; GST, PAN, and annual turnover verifications required.
• Make/Brand: Prefer branded makes; samples unbranched not acceptable; OEM authorization mandatory.
• Quantity & Logistics: 200 meters; unloading at cable yard; seller to arrange required manpower/crane per bid terms; MSE-only procurement.
• Documentation: Tax invoice, bank mandate, PAN, GST, annual turnover certificate, test certificate, warranty certificate, OEM authorization.
• Special Conditions: Option to increase quantity by 25% during or after contract, with delivery time adjusted per formula; minimum 30 days extension if required.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financials: Not specified (explicit EMD not listed); bidders must comply with OEM authorization and GST/PAN requirements.
• Delivery Terms: Delivery period must align with original order and potential extended periods; unloading and crane arrangement by seller.
• Payment Terms: Not explicitly listed; ensure GST/compliance and bank mandate readiness.
• Experience/Eligibility: MSE-only procurement; OEM authorization required; branded make mandatory; experience evidenced by test certificates and turnover documentation.
• Documents: GST certificate, PAN card, OEM authorization, test certificates, warranty certificate, bank mandate, annual turnover certificate (IREPS verified).
• Penalties: Not specified; adherence to A/T clauses and option quantity adjustments apply.
• Warranty/Support: Warranty certificate required; ESC/AMC not detailed. Compliance with ISI and IS 7098(PART 1) remains mandatory.