Pune Division OPGW Communication Backbone Installation for Railway Signalling and Networks

This tender, reference number PUNE_ELECT_TRD_2026_09, is issued by the Ministry of Railways, specifically the PUNE DIVISION-ELECTRICAL/CENTRAL RLY, for the provision of critical communication infrastructure. The work involves the installation of 96F Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) on OHE masts and portals within the Pune Division. This OPGW will serve as the essential communication backbone for various vital systems including ABS (Automatic Block Signalling), Kavach (a train protection system), LTE-4G, IPMPLS (Internet Protocol Multiprotocol Label Switching), and other related communication needs. The tender is categorized under "Goods" and falls under the "Railway related Products" product category. Potential bidders are advised that the document download period commenced on October 1, 2026, at 08:31 PM and will conclude on October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM, coinciding with the bid submission deadline. The bid opening date is also set for October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM. A significant Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 13,884,900 is required, with no tender fee applicable. The work location is specified as Mumbai CST. Further comprehensive details are available within the tender documents.