Indian Army Department of Military Affairs XLPE Cable and Electrical Equipment Tender 1.1 KV IS 7098 Part 1 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks procurements spanning XLPE cables up to 1.1 kV, LED flood lights (120 W and 45-50 W variants), and assorted electrical hardware (PVC seating components, chair parts, copper lugs, brass fittings, and PVC piping). The package covers 24 items with a multi-product scope including electrical cables, lighting, sanitary fittings, and mechanical chair components. Estimated value and EMD are not disclosed in the available data. A key differentiator is the option clause permitting up to 25% quantity variation during contract execution, at contracted rates, complemented by OEM turnover criteria and bidder financial stability requirements. This tender emphasizes compliance with standards for electrical cables and mining-grade applications, plus packaging and marking norms.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes XLPE cables for working voltage up to 1.1 kV and IS 7098 (Part 1) compliance, LED Flood lights (120 W) and 45-50 W variants, copper/aluminium cable lugs in various cross-sections, CP Bib Cock 15 mm, brass and copper fittings, and related PVC/SWR components.
• Standards noted include IS 7098 (Part 1) for cables; other standards are implied under generic and packing/marking categories (drum standards, mine-use cable classifications).
• BOQ details list 24 items with diverse categories: STANDARD, GENERIC, CONSTRUCTION, ARMOURING, PACKING AND MARKING. Exact conductor material, inner sheath type, and armour details are specified as categories rather than numeric values in the provided data.
• Delivery scope hinges on quantity variation and delivery period extension rules as per option clause; exact delivery timelines are tied to original and extended periods with minimum 30 days increment logic.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should expect an Earnest Money Deposit as per standard GEM terms (not explicitly specified here).
• Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover for last three years is required (OEM and bidder turnover criteria exist); evidence via audited balances or CA certificate must be uploaded.
• Financial standing: Bidders must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; an undertaking to this effect must be uploaded with the bid.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate are required; vendor code creation processes apply. OEM turnover criteria also apply for the offered product line.
• Delivery terms: Option to increase quantity up to 25% of contracted quantity; delivery period adjustments follow specified formula beginning from last date of original/extended delivery orders.
• Payment terms: Not explicitly specified in the provided data; bidders should anticipate standard department terms aligned with GEM tender practice.
• Warranty/Penalties: Not detailed in the available data; penalties and warranties would be defined in the final contract terms.