In a continued effort to strengthen ties with industry stakeholders and enhance
operational efficiency, Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) successfully
organized a Contractors and Suppliers Meet on August 6th, 2024, at the Executive
Club, Konkan Rail Vihar, Seawoods, Navi Mumbai.
This event marked a significant
milestone in KRCL’s ongoing commitment to fostering collaborative relationships and
improving the tendering process. The meeting witnessed the participation of around 100
key stakeholders, including contractors & suppliers, who play a vital role in the success
of KRCL’s operations.
The meet was chaired by Shri Santosh Kumar Jha, Chairman and Managing Director of
KRCL, along with Independent External Monitors (IEMs) Smt. Usha Chandrasekhar and
Shri Devendra Kumar Sharma. Shri Arun Mehta, COS/KRCL started the proceedings
and welcomed all the delegates.
The event aimed to build stronger partnerships, refine
the tendering process, mitigate operational hardships, and bridge the gap between
Konkan Railway and its vendors.
Throughout the day, participants engaged in a series of insightful presentations,
interactive sessions, and productive discussions covering various critical aspects of the
tendering process, including Goods, Works, and Services. Topics such as vendor
registration, payment issues (especially related to GST), and new opportunities with
KRCL were thoroughly explored. The meet also focused on the handholding of Micro,
Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with special attention to Women and SC/ST
entrepreneurs, reflecting KRCL’s commitment to inclusive growth.
Additionally, the
discussion on scrap disposal provided a platform for vendors to understand and explore
opportunities within this domain.
The event received overwhelming feedback, with participants praising the initiative and
expressing eagerness for future collaborations. The success of this meet highlights
KRCL’s dedication to transparency, innovation, and continuous improvement in its
dealings with industry partners.
