Indian Air Force Battery Tender 2025 for Lead Acid Batteries IS 13369/IS 14257 - Pathankot Defence Procurement

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force, Department of Military Affairs, is seeking procurement of multiple lead acid battery categories including Small Sized VRLA batteries as per IS 13369 and 2 other Q3 battery types, along with Defence MT Type and stationary tubular positive lead acid batteries. Estimated value not disclosed; EMD is ₹17,500. Key deliverables include test reports not older than 1 month, OEM authorization, and ISO 9001 certification with GST clearance. The contract contains a 25% quantity option clause and a delivery-time extension rule tied to the original delivery period. Pathankot-related workshop location is a noted condition. A two-year warranty/onsite support is mandated, with post-sale service networks required across India. This tender emphasizes compliance with vendor-supplied standards, full price inclusive of taxes, and robust after-sales support. Bidder must meet mandatory technical criteria and submit the attached compliance list.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes: Small Sized VRLA Batteries (IS 13369 Q3), Lead Acid starter batteries (Q3), Lead Acid Batteries for motor vehicles (lightweight, high cranking, Q3), and Stationary Lead Acid Tubular Positive Plates (Monobloc) per IS 13369, IS 14257:2019, and related Q2/Q3 classifications.
• Required documents: ISO 9001 certificate, GST clearance, and OEM authorization.
• Testing: Test report not older than 1 month; warranty: 2 years from final acceptance or after installation/commissioning, with OEM warranty certificates required at delivery.
• Price: bidders must quote inclusive of all taxes; no extra charges to user.
• Service: installation, commissioning, training, troubleshooting, and maintenance service presence required in India with listed service centers near consignee destinations.
• Delivery/option terms: 25% quantity variation permitted during contract; delivery period adjustments governed by the option clause formula, minimum 30 days.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹17,500.
• Warranty: 2 years for supplied batteries; OEM warranty certificates must accompany delivery.
• Documents: submit GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD proof, OEM authorization, and the technical bid documents.
• Delivery & Payment: price must be inclusive of taxes; payment terms as per ATC; delivery timelines governed by the option clause with potential extension.
• Disqualification triggers: failure to submit required ATC documents or local tailoring workshop address within Pathankot municipal limits will disqualify; ensure compliance with all listed terms.
• Additional compliance: test reports and service capabilities across India for after-sales support must be provided.