Indian Army Tyre 335/80 R20 141K M/P Tender 2026 in India - IS 550/ISO Compliant Supply & Service Requirements

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) — procurement of 335/80 R20 141K M/P tyres for supply to Indian defence logistics. Estimated value not disclosed; EMD: ₹220,000. Location: India. Key differentiator: mandatory functional service centres in each consignee state for carry-in warranty or on-site warranty, with evidence submission for payments. Unique terms include advance sample approval before bulk manufacturing and post-receipt inspection at the consignee site. The tender emphasizes alignment with existing defence service and quality controls, plus turnover benchmarks from the last three financial years. The scope centers on tyre procurement for military mobility with strict compliance and verification steps.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service Centre availability requirement: Establish within 30 days of award if not existing; evidence of functional service centre required for payment release.
• Inspection regime: Post receipt inspection at consignee site via Station Board of Officer; no pre-dispatch NA (unless later specified).
• Advance sample process: Submit 1 advance sample within 5 days of award; buyer approval or modification list within 5 days; bulk supply to follow approved sample; delay in approval may shift delivery timeline without LD.
• Turnover criterion: Minimum average annual turnover over the last three years as per bid document; audited balance sheets or CA certificate to be uploaded.
• Criteria coverage: No BOQ items; procurement appears focused on tyres with standard defence-grade expectations.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹220,000 (required as part of bid security).
• Delivery & payment terms: Payment terms specify release after evidencing functional service centre; exact delivery window tied to sample approval schedule.
• Experience/financials: Three-year turnover proof required; annual turnover threshold to be stated in bid document; bid must include audited financials or CA certificate.
• Warranty & service: On-site vs carry-in warranty dependent on supplier capabilities; service centre presence mandatory for most locations.
• Documentation: GST, PAN, turnover certificates, experience certificates, EMD documents, and technical compliance evidence to be submitted with bid.