Indian Army Modular Electrical Switches & SocketsTender 2026-ISI Marked IS 3854/IS 1293 - Department Of Military Affairs
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Key Highlights
- • Brand/OEM requirement: MES approval for offered brand
- • Technical standards: IS 3854 (Q2) for switches, IS 1293 (Q2) for sockets, ISI Marked
- • Quantity flexibility: +/- 25% at contract and during currency
- • Delivery extension: Time calculated by formula with minimum 30 days
- • Scope clarity: Only supply of Goods, no installation
- • Documentation focus: MES approval certificate, ISI compliance documents
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks supply-only procurement of ISI Marked modular piano-type domestic electrical switches to IS 3854 (Q2), modular piano-type domestic electrical sockets to IS 1293 (Q2), and electrical cable lugs (Q3). The bid covers quantity flexibility up to 25% at contracted rates, with delivery periods adjusted from the last date of the original order. The purchaser reserves extension time calculations and may modify delivery timelines accordingly. Brand approval by MES authority is mandatory for offered products. No BOQ items are listed, and the opportunity emphasizes pre-approval and conformity rather than fabrication.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product categories: Modular piano-type switches (IS 3854 Q2), Modular piano-type sockets (IS 1293 Q2), Electrical cable lugs (Q3)
- Standards: ISI Marked products, compliant to respective IS 3854 and IS 1293
- Scope: Supply of Goods only; no installation or commissioning included
- Brand compliance: Brand offered must be MES-approved by competent authority
- Quantity/Delivery: Quantity may vary +/− 25% at contract and during currency with adjusted delivery period; precise values not specified
- Tender context: Government procurement via GEM portal; strict adherence to the option clause and MES approval process
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery terms: Extension time calculated as (Increase in quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a 30-day minimum
- Scope: Only supply of Goods; no service or installation
- Brand/approval: MES brand approval required for offered products
- Documentation: Compliance with bidder terms; no BOQ entries listed; ensure ISI marking and standard conformance
- Rights: Purchaser reserves right to modify quantity by ±25% at order and during currency
- Penalties/Warranty: Not specified; ensure adherence to standard procurement terms and MES approvals
Key Specifications
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Product category: Modular piano-type switches to IS 3854 (Q2)
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Product category: Modular piano-type sockets to IS 1293 (Q2)
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Product category: Electrical cable lugs (Q3)
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Brand requirement: MES-approved brand
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Delivery model: Goods-supply only, no installation
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Quantity variation: +/-25% at contract and during currency
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause allows ±25% quantity change at order and during currency
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Delivery period adjusts from last date of original delivery order
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MES brand approval required for offered products
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in Terms; bidders should expect standard MES procurement terms and vendor payment as per contract
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period calculated from original order; extended time = (increased quantity/original quantity) × original period, minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in Buyer Added Terms; bidders should verify during bid submission
Bidder Eligibility
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Must supply ISI Marked modular switches and sockets per IS 3854 and IS 1293
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MES brand approval for offered products prior to contract award
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Ability to meet +/-25% quantity variation and delivery timeline adjustments
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
2600
Category
Modular Piano Type Domestic Electrical Switches ISI Marked To IS 3854
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
1
OEM Avg. Turnover
4
Past Performance
10 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Modular Piano Type Domestic Electrical Switches ISI Marked To IS 3854 (Q2) , Modular Piano Type Domestic Electrical Sockets ISI Marked To IS 1293 (Q2) , Electrical Cable Lugs (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Vadodara
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Vadodara | Vadodara | - | - | 100 | 30 | - |
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-10017115.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
10
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar supply (if any)
Financial statements (latest)
EMD/Security deposit documents (as applicable)
Technical compliance certificates for ISI Marked products
OEM authorizations or brand approval documents (MES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about GUJARAT tender market
How to bid for ISI marked modular switches tender in India Army 2026
Bidders must submit ISI compliance certificates, GST, PAN, financial statements, and MES brand approval. The tender allows ±25% quantity variation with modified delivery timelines; ensure you provide OEM authorization and confirm MES approval before submission.
What documents are required for MES approved electrical components bid in Army
Required documents include GST, PAN, company financials, experience certificates, ISI conformity certificates for IS 3854/IS 1293, MES approval letter for the offered brand, and EMD documents if applicable under the procurement terms.
What are the technical standards for modular sockets and switches procurement
Products must be ISI Marked and conform to IS 3854 for switches (Q2) and IS 1293 for sockets (Q2); ensure electrical cable lugs comply with Q3 requirements and provide ISI/ISI-like certification as applicable.
When is the delivery flexibility allowed for quantity variation in this tender
Quantity may vary by up to ±25% at the time of contract; delivery period adjusts from the last date of original delivery order, with extension time calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original period, minimum 30 days.
What is required for MES brand approval in this Army procurement
Bidders must obtain MES competent authority approval for the brand offered; include MES approval documentation with bid submission and ensure the brand is listed as approved prior to award.
What is the scope of supply for the Army electrical procurement
The scope is strictly 'Supply of Goods' only; no installation, commissioning, or on-site services are included in this contract.