South Central Railway Silica Gel IS 3401 (Q3) Tender 2026 for IS 3401 Compliant Desiccants
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Key Highlights
- • Brand/OEM requirement: OEM authorization for authorized dealers
- • Technical standard: IS 3401 (Q3) for silica gel
- • Delivery flexibility: quantity increase up to 25% during contract
- • Past performance: 20%+ tendered quantity in last 3 years with SC Railway or zonal railways
- • Inspection: at consignee site
- • Documentation: CRAC/Receipt Notes proof of acceptance required
Tender Overview
South Central Railway invites bids for Silica Gel conforming to IS 3401 (Q3) with inspection by consignee. The tender accommodates quantity adjustments up to 25% of bid quantity at contract award and during the currency, at contracted rates. Past performance considerations apply: suppliers with prior SC Railway or other zonal railways supply of silica gel (any colour/size/density to IS:3401) for at least 20% of tendered quantity in a single contract in the last three years may be deemed responsive. OEM-authorized bidders must provide requisite performance documents. Location details are not specified. The scope targets bulk, regular orders with delivery timelines linked to original delivery order and extended periods as per option clause.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Silica Gel (V2) conforming to IS 3401 (Q3) category; no further technical specs provided in the data.
- Standards: IS 3401; delivery and inspection terms: inspection by consignee; authorized dealer scenarios require OEM performance proof.
- Quantity & Value: no explicit BOQ quantity; tender clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract; 20% performance threshold for past work to consider responsiveness.
- Eligibility context: past performance documentation (CRAC/receipt notes/proof of acceptance) required; iMMIS data may be used for SCR stock item history.
- Delivery: delivery period linked to original delivery order with extension based on the option clause.
- Documentation: past performance reports and supplier credentials required for evaluation.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD and exact financial terms are not disclosed in the data.
- Option Clause: permissible quantity variations up to 25%; extended delivery time computed as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
- Inspection: by consignee; past performance criteria supersede older norms.
- Authorized dealer conditions: performance of principal OEM applies; agent/dealer credentials must reflect principal’s performance data.
- Submission: bidders must demonstrate past supply to SC Railway or other zonal railways for silica gel to IS 3401, and provide CRAC/receipt notes with bid.
Key Specifications
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Product category: Silica Gel (V2)
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Standards: IS 3401 (Q3)
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Inspection: by consignee
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Past performance requirement: 20%+ of tender quantity in last 3 years
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Delivery: as per original delivery order, with option-based extensions
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OEM/dealer terms: authenticity backed by OEM performance data
Terms & Conditions
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Option Clause allows ±25% quantity adjustment at contract formation and during currency
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Past performance required: SC Railway or other zonal railways silica gel supply for ≥20% of tendered quantity
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Inspection by consignee; OEM authorization if bidding via dealer
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in data; bidders should expect standard railway terms once clarified
Delivery Schedule
Delivery begins from the last date of original delivery order; extended period per option clause with minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified; implied via delivery extensions and performance compliance
Bidder Eligibility
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Past performance of silica gel supply (IS 3401) to SC Railway or zonal railways for ≥20% of tender quantity
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Proof of acceptance (CRAC/receipt notes) from consignee
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OEM authorization for authorized dealers
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IS 3401 compliance demonstrated in technical bid
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
4102
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
20 %
Arbitration Clause
Yes (Arbitration clause document) as per DoE OM No.F.1/2/2024-PPD dated 03.06.2024 Arbitration should not be routinely included in contracts
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Silica Gel (V2) Conforming to IS 3401 (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
300
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Hyderabad
Delivery Pincodes
500017
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhanuprakash Obilisetti | 500017,ELECTRIC LOCO SHED OFFICE, LALLAGUDA, SECUNDERABAD - 500017. | Hyderabad | Telangana | 500017 | - | 300 | - |
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GeM-Bidding-9803788.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
GST certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates (past SC Railway or zonal railway silica gel supply)
Financial statements showing turnover (if requested in terms)
EMD submission details (amount not specified in data; bidders must provide per tender terms)
Technical bid documents proving IS 3401 compliance
OEM authorization / dealer authorization documents
Past performance proof: CRAC / receipt notes / proof of material acceptance
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TELANGANA tender market
How to bid for silica gel IS 3401 tender with SC Railway 2026?
Bidders should verify OEM authorization, prepare CRAC/receipt notes proving past performance for IS 3401 silica gel, and submit IS 3401 compliant technical documentation. The bid requires bid quantity with potential ±25% variation and consignee inspection. Ensure GST, PAN, and financial records are ready for submission.
What documents are required for SC Railway silica gel bid 2026?
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, past performance proof (CRAC/receipt notes), OEM authorization if bidding as dealer, IS 3401 compliance certificates, and financial statements. Prepare technical bid detailing conformity to IS 3401 (Q3) and any relevant supplier credentials.
What are the IS 3401 standards for silica gel in this tender?
The tender requires silica gel conforming to IS 3401 (Q3). Offerors must prove compliance with this standard through technical documentation and supplier certifications; past performance evidence for similar IS 3401 silica gel supply is crucial for eligibility.
When is delivery scheduled for SC Railway silica gel order?
Delivery schedule starts from the last date of the original delivery order; extension is allowed under the option clause, with extended time calculated and a minimum 30 days. Exact delivery milestones will be specified in the purchase order.
What is the past performance criterion for silica gel bids?
Bids showing past satisfactory execution of silica gel contracts to SC Railway or other zonal railways for at least 20% of tendered quantity within the last three years are considered responsive. Submit CRAC/receipts with the bid as evidence.
What is the inspection method for this silica gel tender?
Inspection is conducted by the consignee at delivery. Bidders should anticipate on-site verification and maintain traceability records, including material acceptance proofs and related documentation for acceptance by SC Railway.
Are authorized dealers required to provide OEM performance data?
Yes. Authorized dealer bids must reflect the OEM’s performance data; performance from the principal OEM is essential to validate the agent/dealer credentials and past supply reliability for SC Railway silica gel supplies.