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Indian Air Force Hand Held Brush Cutter (V2) Tender 2025 – CPCB/Norton Engines, ISO 9001, EMD ₹48950

Posted

22 Oct 2025, 04:35 pm

Deadline

01 Nov 2025, 04:00 pm

EMD

₹48,950

Progress

Issue22 Oct 2025, 04:35 pm
AwardPending
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Quantity

12

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • OEM verification and Indian office requirement for after-sales support
  • ISO 9001 certification mandatory for bidder or OEM
  • CPCB norms compliance for petrol/mixed power variants
  • 25% quantity adjustment right during contract performance
  • Comprehensive attachment ecosystem included in scope
  • Penalty regime: 0.5% weekly, up to 10% of contract value

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Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force invites bids for a Hand Held Brush Cutter (V2) under the Department of Military Affairs. The tender seeks a multipower PRIME MOVER with options including plug-in electric motor, petrol engine, or battery-powered electric motor, with CPCB-compliant engines where applicable. Estimated value is not disclosed; EMD is ₹48,950. Scope includes a comprehensive attachment ecosystem: nylon feed head, blade cutters, hedge trimmer, pruner/chain saw, leaf blower, and weeder attachments, plus warranty coverage. Key differentiators include OEM verification, ISO 9001 certification, and in-country after-sales support requirements. The award will consider delivery readiness, compliance with stated standards, and supply of a full scope set at contract rates. The option clause allows quantity variations up to 25% during and post-contract with delivery periods recalculated accordingly.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product: Hand Held Brush Cutter (V2) with multiple power options (electric plug-in, petrol, or battery-powered)
  • Power/Performance: Power Rating (W); Cut Width/Diameter in mm; engine/CPCB norms compliance for petrol options
  • Attachments: Nylon feed head, blade cutter (with various blade counts), hedge trimmer, pruner/chain saw, leaf blower, weeder; all inclusive in scope
  • Shaft/Hardware: Shaft material/type, shaft length (mm); handle, harness, castor wheels, and ergonomic features
  • Battery/power specifics: Battery chemistry/voltage, number of batteries, run time, and charger included
  • Additional: tool-free attachment changes, circular saw attachments, blade material/type, and maximum blade diameter
  • Warranties: coverage on equipment, prime mover, and battery; service levels aligned with Atc requirements
  • Standards: ISO 9001 requisite; BIS/type tests and OEM authorizations where applicable

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹48,950; submission via bank guarantee or online deposit per tender terms
  • Delivery: option-based quantity adjustments up to 25%, with time recalculation per clause; extended delivery times guided by the formula
  • Compliance: OEM/Authorized Seller with registered Indian office for after-sales support; IS/ISO standards as specified; BIS/type test documents
  • Warranty & Service: defect rectification within 5 days; penalties 0.5% per week; cumulative penalties cap at 10% of contract value; PBG adjustments possible
  • Documentation: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, OEM authorizations, technical compliance certificates; bid must upload all prescribed certificates
  • Eligibility: ISO 9001 certification holder; OEM verification certificates; vendor must meet all product-spec certificates as per bid
  • Payment terms: to be defined in final contract; ensure timely servicing within warranty period and post-warranty support terms

Key Specifications

  • HAND HELD BRUSH CUTTER (V2) with PRIME MOVER options: ELECTRIC PLUG-IN, PETROL ENGINE, or BATTERY POWERED

  • Power rating and blade capacity: specify Cut Width/ Diameter in mm and blade configurations (2/3/4/8 teeth, circular saw options)

  • Attachment suite: Nylon feed head, blade cutter, hedge trimmer, pruner/chain saw, leaf blower, weeder

  • Battery: battery chemistry, voltage, number of batteries, run time, charger included

  • Shaft: material, type, and shaft length in mm

  • Accessories: tool-free attachment change, castor wheels, harness, handle type

  • Warranties: separate warranties on equipment, prime mover, and battery

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD amount ₹48,950; submission method per bid terms

  • Quantity flexibility up to 25% with recalculated delivery periods

  • ISO 9001 and BIS/type test certificates required; OEM verification essential

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Payment terms to be defined in contract; ensure compliance with EMD and timely payments aligned to delivery milestones

Delivery Schedule

Option to increase quantity up to 25%; delivery period adjusted using (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period; minimum 30 days

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Warranty service within 5 days; 0.5% penalty per week of delay; total penalties capped at 10% of contract value; possible service from alternate sources with cost recovery

Bidder Eligibility

  • ISO 9001 certification holder or OEM-level certification

  • Authorized seller or OEM with registered office in India for after-sales service

  • Experience in supplying security/brush cutter attachments and power-mowe equipment

Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
TYPE Type of Machine Brush Cutter with Cutting Blade/ Circular Saw Attachment,
TYPE Power Source Petrol Engine
TYPE Speed control Variable Speed
TYPE Transmission Low Vibration Centrifugal Clutch
PRIME MOVER with PLUG IN TYPE ELECTRIC MOTOR Power Rating (Watt) NA
PRIME MOVER with PLUG IN TYPE ELECTRIC MOTOR Cable Length (Maximum extension cord length) inclusive in the scope of supply 0.0
PRIME MOVER with PETROL ENGINE Engine Compliant to latest CPCB norms No
PRIME MOVER with BATTERY POWRED ELECTRIC MOTOR Battery Chemistry NA
PRIME MOVER with BATTERY POWRED ELECTRIC MOTOR Voltage of each Battery (Volt) NA
PRIME MOVER with BATTERY POWRED ELECTRIC MOTOR Number of Batteries required for operation NA
PRIME MOVER with BATTERY POWRED ELECTRIC MOTOR Number of Batteries supplied (Inclusive in the Scope of Supply) 0
PRIME MOVER with BATTERY POWRED ELECTRIC MOTOR Battery Run Time 0.0
PRIME MOVER with BATTERY POWRED ELECTRIC MOTOR Battery Charger inclusive in the scope of supply NA
SHAFT DIMENSIONS Shaft Material Aluminium
SHAFT DIMENSIONS Shaft Type Straight Shaft
SHAFT DIMENSIONS Shaft Length (mm) 1525 to 1549
GENERIC Tool-free changing of the attachments No
GENERIC Castor Wheels provided to the feed head No
GENERIC Handle Type Bike Style
GENERIC Type of Harness inclusive in the scope of supply Double shoulder Strap
PERFORMANCE Cut Width / Diameter (Maximum) in mm 400 to 424
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Nylon feed head attachment inclusive in the scope of supply Yes
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Feed head of Line Trimmer Bump / Tap & go Type
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of Lines Double
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Line (Monofilament / Nylon) inclusive in the scope of supply Yes
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT "If 'Yes', Length of the Line Provided in the Spool 6.0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Line Diameter (May indicate '0'if Not Applicable) 3.0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Line Feed Manual
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Blade Cutter attachment inclusive in the scope of supply Yes
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Blade Material High Carbon Steel
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Blade Type 3 tooth blade
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of 2 teeth Blades inclusive in the scope of supply 0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of 3 teeth Blades inclusive in the scope of supply 1
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of 4 teeth Blades inclusive in the scope of supply 0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of 8 teeth Blades inclusive in the scope of supply 0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Circular Saw attachment inclusive in the scope of supply No
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of Circular Saw Blades inclusive in the scope of supply 0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Circular Saw Material NA
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Diameter of the Circular Saw (mm) NA
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Number of Teeth in Circular Saw 0
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Feed head of Blade Cutter / Circular Saw attachment Bump Type / Tap & go Type
NYLON FEED HEAD ATTACHMENT Other Accessories inclusive in the scope of supply Debris guard, Protection glasses
HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT Hedge Trimmer attachment inclusive in the scope of supply NA
HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT Cutting action NA
HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT Length of Hedge Trimmer Blade (mm) NA
HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT Hedge Trimmer attachment adjustment angle (Max) (degree) NA
PRUNER / CHAIN SAW ATTACHMENT Pruner (Chain Saw) attachment inclusive in the scope of supply NA
PRUNER / CHAIN SAW ATTACHMENT Length of Pruner (Chain Saw)(mm) NA
LEAF BLOWER ATTACHMENT Leaf Blower attachment inclusive in the scope of supply NA
WEEDER ATTACHMENT Weeder attachment inclusive in the scope of supply NA
WARRANTY Warranty on Equipment 1.0
WARRANTY Warranty on Prime Mover 1.0
WARRANTY Warranty on Battery 0.0

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates (similar equipment bids)

4

Financial statements (latest annual report or balance sheet)

5

EMD payment receipt or bank guarantee

6

OEM/Authorized Seller certificate or authorization letter

7

ISO 9001 certificate ( bidder or OEM )

8

BIS/type test certificates and any prescribed product certificates

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for the Indian Air Force hand held cutter tender in 2025?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD ₹48,950, OEM authorization, and ISO 9001/BIS certificates. Ensure CPCB-compliant petrol/mixed power options, provide complete attachment sets, and confirm delivery capability for up to 25% quantity variation.

What documents are required for the IAF brush cutter tender in 2025?

Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, latest financial statements, experience certificates for similar equipment, EMD submission proof, OEM authorization, ISO 9001 certificate, BIS/type test certificates, and any product-specific compliance certificates.

What are the technical specifications for the brush cutter V2?

Technical scope covers PRIME MOVER options (electric plug-in, petrol, battery), cut width in mm, shaft length, nylon feed head, multiple blade configurations (2–8 teeth and circular saw), hedge trimmer, pruner, leaf blower, and weeder attachments; battery runtime and charger included.

What is the EMD amount for this IAF procurement in 2025?

The EMD is ₹48,950. It must be submitted as a bank guarantee or online payment per tender terms and should be aligned with the bid submission deadline.

What are the delivery and quantity variation terms for this tender?

The buyer reserves the right to increase/decrease quantity up to 25%. Delivery periods adjust using the given formula with a minimum extension of 30 days; extended period applies if the option is exercised.

Which certifications are mandatory for eligibility in this IAF tender?

Mandatory certifications include ISO 9001, OEM verification certificates, BIS/type test certificates, and product-specific certifications as prescribed in the bid document; bidder must upload these at bid opening.