8500 Series Electric Locomotive Independent Brake Handle

Auto-translated from Korean

Original title: 8500호대 전기기관차 단독제동핸들

한국철도공사 (KORAIL)

Published: Aug 15, 2026

Updated: Aug 15, 2026

Source: kr_korail

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the transport and logistics and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Rail Transport and Vehicles. Located in South Korea, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through KORAIL — Korea Railroad Corporation, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the transport and logistics sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

Original language: Korean

This tender from Korail in South Korea is for the procurement of an 'Independent Brake Handle' for the 8500 series electric locomotives. The contracting authority is Korail (한국철도공사), with contact person Kim Woo-kyung available at 042-615-3611. This is a domestic procurement ('내자'). The procurement type is 'Goods'. Korail is seeking a supplier for this specific control component for its electric locomotive fleet. Typical requirements for this tender include meeting precise technical specifications for the brake handle's design, material, and functionality to ensure safe and effective operation within the 8500 series locomotives. Bidders must demonstrate the quality and durability of their products, potentially supported by certifications and warranties. The scope of supply encompasses the delivery of the independent brake handle, ensuring it complies with railway industry standards for safety and performance. The successful bidder will contribute to the reliable operation and maintenance of the 8500 series electric locomotives.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from KORAIL — Korea Railroad Corporation and was originally published on August 15, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Korean. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About 한국철도공사 (KORAIL)

한국철도공사 (KORAIL) has issued 1,372 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 306 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, General Supplies & Services, and Architecture & Engineering Services. All notices are published for South Korea. Notices are distributed via KORAIL — Korea Railroad Corporation. Most recent publication: August 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in South Korea. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit KORAIL — Korea Railroad Corporation to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by 한국철도공사 (KORAIL) in South Korea. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.