North Western Railway PVC Insulated Copper Cable IS 694 Procurement Rajasthan 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: North Western Railway (Indian Railways) located in Sikar, Rajasthan seeks supply of PVC Insulated Copper Cable (Single and Multi-Core Circular Sheathed, with Flexible Conductor) conforming to IS 694 (latest amendments). Estimated value around ₹331,292 with potential quantity variations under an option clause up to 25%. Key differentiator is strict BIS certification, OEM authorization, and IS 694:2010 compliance (with updates). The tender emphasizes supplier capability to meet IS 5831 insulation, IS 8130 conductor standards, and color/sheath specifications, across multiple core counts and cross-sectional areas. The procurement targets central, state, or rail-related electrical cable needs within Rajasthan, with a focus on government-grade compliance and predictable delivery cadence. Unique aspect: mandatory OEM authorisation and documented past performance in similar category supplies to government entities.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: PVC insulated copper cable
• Insulation standard: IS 5831:1984 (latest)
• Conductor standard: IS 8130:1984 (latest)
• IS 694 compliance: ISI marked, BIS licensing required
• Cable variants: single and multi-core circular sheathed cables; various No. of cores and cross-sectional areas (Sq mm) unspecified in detail
• Conduit/Sheath: sheath type and colour of sheath to be specified per IS 694 requirements
• Certification: BIS licence, type test certificates, OEM authorisation
• Quality/testing: adherence to product specification; IS 694 with latest amendments
• Delivery: delivery timeline tied to order as per option clause; commencement from last delivery order date
• Past performance: bidders must show supply of similar cables (20% of bid quantity) to government/PSU in prior 3 financial years

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option clause: purchaser can increase/decrease quantity up to 25% of bid quantity initially and during contract currency
• GST: supplier bears applicable GST; reimbursement at actuals or prevailing rate, up to quoted GST
• Certificates: BIS licence, ISI/type test certificates; other certificates as specified in product specs
• OEM authorization: mandatory; without it bid offer may be rejected
• Past performance evidence: submit contracts and proof of supply for relevant quantities in last three financial years
• Warranty/after-sales: not explicitly stated; ensure compliance with BIS standards and after-sales support requirements