Supply of Water-Based Fluorescent Magnetic Powder for Wet Magnetic Particle Examination

The Ministry of Railways, through the Office of the Asst. Material Manager, Diesel Loco Shed, Kancharapalem, Visakhapatnam (SCOR-DLS/VSKP-STORES/SOUTH COAST RAILWAY), is pleased to announce an open tender for the supply of fluorescent magnetic powder (water-based) for Wet Magnetic Particle Examination. This critical procurement, vital for maintaining railway infrastructure, requires materials compliant with RDSO SPEC. NO. RDSO/M&C/NDT/109/2007 (Rev-2) issued in October 2020 or the latest revision, as well as ASTM E 709 / IS 6410 standards. The fluorescent magnetic powder is to be supplied in a dry condition, packaged in 1kg or 2kg tight boxes/containers. Acceptable makes include SUPERGLOW 200 F of K Electronics, ORIENTAL, P MET, Magnaflux, Pradeep, or equivalent. A crucial requirement for all submissions is the provision of a test certificate from a NABL accredited testing laboratory or an equivalent test certificate. This tender, categorized under Railway related Products, is a significant opportunity for suppliers to contribute to the South Coast Railway's operational excellence. The tender documents are available for download from October 15, 2026, at 06:48 PM, with the bid submission deadline and bid opening date both set for October 29, 2026, at 02:30 PM. There is no tender fee or EMD required for this submission.