Indian Army Tender for Security Equipment Category Procurement in Assam 2026 with 25% Quantity Variations and OEM Turnover Criteria

Tender Overview

The Indian Army—Department of Military Affairs—invites bids for a broad security equipment procurement across 96 items, with an estimated value of ₹200,000. Location: Tinsukia, Assam 786125. Tender scope centers on multiple security-related products under a rate contract framework. Notable differentiators include the option to adjust order quantity by up to 25% during both initial and currency periods at contracted rates, plus shelf-life declarations aligned with warranty terms. The bid requires compliance with stock freshness and latest manufacturing standards, and emphasizes OEM turnover considerations for bunch bids. This procurement targets suppliers capable of delivering within a defined delivery window after orders. Unique aspects include stringent quantity-flexibility rules and shelf-life commitments.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specs published in the tender data; reference is made to a broad catalog of 96 items with unspecified individual item details.
• Emphasis on rate-contract structure and OEM turnover criteria; bidders must demonstrate minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 financial years as stated in the bid document.
• Shelf life/best before use to match or exceed warranty period; items must be latest manufacture with full life at delivery.
• The award criteria will consider OEM performance and the ability to meet extended delivery timelines triggered by the option clause.
• Tender terms require compliance with delivery start from the last date of the original delivery order and a minimum delivery adjustment period.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the data; bidders must review bid document for exact amount.
• Turnover criteria: Minimum average annual turnover (last 3 years) for bidders and OEMs as specified; audited statements or CA certificates accepted.
• Delivery: Delivery period follows original order date with possible extension up to 25% for increased quantity; minimum additional time rules apply (minimum 30 days).
• Shelf life/warranty: Items require shelf life equal to warranty period; latest manufacture with defined life at delivery.
• Documentation: Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorizations, and technical compliance certificates as per terms.