Indian Air Force Fuel and Oil Filter Tender 2025 - Head Filter Elements, Air/Oil Filters, By-Pass Filters - Government Procurement

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force, Department of Military Affairs, is seeking procurement of multiple filter components under a single tender encompassing head fuel filters, fuel filters, oil filters, element air filters, oil filter assemblies with cartridge, by-pass oil filters, RTN air filters, fuel filter main, oil filter element, and cartridge-based assemblies. The BOQ lists 17 items across 17 line entries, but specific quantities and unit measurements are not disclosed. The opportunity arises under a government procurement framework with a flexible quantity clause, enabling a ±25% variation at contract award and during the contract term. The contract aims to consolidate supply of precision filtration components used in aircraft fuel/oil systems, with emphasis on compatibility and standardization across IAF platforms.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories include: head fuel filter, fuel filter, oil filter, air filter element, oil filter assembly with cartridge, bypass oil filter, RTN air filter, fuel filter main, oil filter element cartridge, and related assemblies.
• No explicit technical specifications are published in the tender data; bidders should anticipate standard aircraft filtration components and align with OEM and aviation-grade standards.
• The tender includes a Buyer Added ATC with an option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to 25% during ordering and within the currency of the contract, influencing delivery schedules and pricing.
• The estimated value and EMD amounts are not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should prepare to submit standard DFQ/EMD as per Gem Bid norms.
• The BOQ shows 17 items, but item-level quantities and units are not defined, necessitating clarification during bid submission.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• The purchaser reserves the right to increase or decrease ordered quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during the currency of the contract at contracted rates.
• Delivery period calculations begin from the last date of the original delivery order; extended periods follow the option clause with a specified calculation formula and a minimum 30-day threshold.
• Compliance with the ATC terms is mandatory; bidders must reflect flexibility for quantity variation in their proposals and delivery plans.
• No explicit EMD amount or payment terms are disclosed in the data; bidders should be prepared to meet standard EMD and payment conditions typical for IAF tenders, including potential advance/ milestones as per contract.