Pre-Qualification Criteria
Tender Overview
The South Eastern Railway (Stores Department) invites electronic tenders for supply contracts under indigenous procurement through the IREPS e-procurement platform. The tender follows IRS conditions, General Conditions of Contract (GCC 2025), and applicable railway procurement policies.
Scope of Work
- Supply of goods/materials as per tender specifications and drawings
- Compliance with IRS contract conditions and technical requirements
- Manufacturing, inspection, delivery, and quality assurance
- Participation in e-procurement and reverse auction (if applicable)
- Post-supply obligations including warranty, inspection, and documentation
Pre-Qualification Criteria
Bidders must demonstrate:
- Registration with South Eastern Railway / Approved vendor authority (RDSO/ICF/CLW etc.)
- OR proven capability as a manufacturer or authorized agent
- Availability of:
- Manufacturing facilities
- Quality control systems
- Technical expertise and manpower
- Submission of performance records for last 3 financial years
- Authorization certificate (if bidding as agent)
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible bidders include:
- Manufacturers or authorized agents
- Approved railway vendors or developmental vendors
- MSEs with valid Udyam Registration
- Vendors meeting capacity, capability, and past performance requirements
Special Conditions:
- Only one entity (OEM or agent) can bid for a product
- Compliance with Make in India and Land Border policy required
- Imported goods require additional compliance documentation
Financial Criteria
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Requirement
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Details
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Minimum Average Annual Turnover
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Not explicitly specified (financial stability required via bank report)
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Net Worth Requirement
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Not explicitly defined
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Minimum Experience
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Supply of at least 20% of tender quantity in last 3 years (for bulk orders)
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Submission Mode
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Online (IREPS Portal only)
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EMD Exemption
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Yes (for MSEs, Govt. entities, approved vendors, etc.)
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Tender Fee
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Not applicable
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Tender Fee & EMD
- Tender Fee: NIL (free download via IREPS)
- Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):
- 2% of estimated value (max ₹20 lakh up to ₹50 Cr)
- ₹50 lakh for tenders above ₹50 Cr
- EMD Exemption:
- MSEs with Udyam certificate
- Govt. departments, PSUs, Railways
- Approved vendors (subject to conditions)
Submission Guidelines
- Submission only through IREPS portal (www.ireps.gov.in)
- Manual/Email submissions are not accepted
- Digital signature mandatory
- Upload required documents in prescribed formats
- Submit technical and financial bids in designated tabs
- Revised bids allowed before closing time
- Late submissions automatically rejected
Important Dates (As per document context)
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Event
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Details
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Tender Publishing Date
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On or after 16 May 2025
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Pre-Bid Meeting
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Not specified
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Closing Date
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As per NIT (via IREPS)
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Opening Date
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Same day or next working day post closing
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Document Checklist
Bidders must upload:
- Udyam Registration Certificate (for MSEs)
- Performance Statement (last 3 years)
- Equipment & Quality Control Details
- Authorization Certificate (if agent)
- Financial Stability Proof (bank certificate)
- GST Registration & HSN details
- Technical specifications compliance
- Past supply documents (R-Notes/Inspection Certificates)
- Declaration forms (EMD exemption, Make in India, Land Border compliance)
Key Commercial & Contract Highlights
- Security Deposit: 5% of contract value (subject to limits)
- Payment Terms:
- 95% on inspection + 5% on acceptance OR
- 100% on delivery acceptance
- Delivery Terms: Preferably FOR destination
- Inspection: Third Party Inspection (TPI)
- Liquidated Damages: 0.5% per week (max 10%)
- Reverse Auction: Applicable for price discovery
Summary Table (Quick View)
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Parameter
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Requirement
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Minimum Turnover
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Not specified
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Net Worth
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Not specified
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Minimum Experience
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20% supply of similar items (last 3 years)
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Submission Mode
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Online (IREPS only)
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EMD Exemption
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Yes
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Tender Fee
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₹0
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Conclusion
This tender presents an opportunity for manufacturers, OEMs, and authorized suppliers to participate in Indian Railways procurement under a structured and transparent e-procurement system. Compliance with technical, financial, and regulatory requirements is critical for successful participation. |