Indian Air Force Tucker/RT Rivet & Electrical Accessories Tender Avadi Chennai 2026 – 3 Years Govt Supply, IS/industry standards

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Air Force, Department of Military Affairs. Procurement targets a broad range of mechanical and electrical consumables including Tucker Rivets, assorted RIVETS 3/14x3/4, various SCREW types (CSK HEAD, 5/32, 1/2, 6BA), SYNTHETIC RUBBER ADHESIVE, CABLE TIES, CABLE CARRYING CONDUIT CASING, CABLE ERECTION ACCESSORIES, insulating tubing and tapes, and related hardware. Estimated value and quantity are not disclosed. Delivery address is in Chennai and the scope is to supply as per approved drawings. A unique feature is the mandatory pre-approval of Detailed Design Drawings within 5 days of award, with a 7-day window for modifications. The project emphasizes non-obsolete items with at least 1 year residual market life. The 3-year govt supplier experience criterion applies to OEMs or resellers. Inspection can be Pre-dispatch or Post-receipt at the consignee site. These nuances shape bidder qualification and delivery planning for the Avadi, Chennai region.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories include rivets, screws (various head types and sizes), cable and wire assemblies, conduit casings, insulating tapes and tubes, LUGS connectors, end forks, hot‑shrink tubes, and related accessories.
• Delivery/Installation: to COMMANDING OFFICER 8BRD, AF AVADI CHENNAI-600055; site acceptance may involve Pre-dispatch or Post Receipt Inspection by nominated agencies (CQA/QAS/KM/GP IC).
• Design control: Detailed Design Drawings must be prepared and approved within 5 days of contract award; modifications to be provided within 7 days; implementation follows approved drawings with modifications.
• Eligibility: bidders must demonstrate at least 3 years of regular manufacture/supply of similar category products to Central/State Govt bodies; primary product value should meet the criterion in case of bunch bids. Obsolescence risk must be avoided; items should have more than 1 year residual market life.
• Inspection: Nominated External Inspection Agency may conduct pre-dispatch inspection; fees arranged by buyer; post-delivery inspection at consignee site is also possible.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financial Standing: bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; submit an undertaking confirming financial stability.
• Supply discipline: items must be non-obsolete with minimum market life; OEM or authorized reseller involvement allowed with contract evidence.
• Delivery timeline: delivery and installation, if in scope, to Chennai address; delays due to drawing approval extend delivery without liquidated damages during the approval lag.
• Documentation: bidders must provide GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD documentation, technical compliance certificates, and OEM authorizations as applicable.
• Quality/Acceptance: pre-dispatch and post-receipt inspections define acceptance criteria; ensure compliance with approved drawings.
• Geography: all deliveries to AVADI, CHENNAI; local regulatory requirements must be complied with.