Indian Army Electronic Stethoscope Tender 2026 ISO 9001 BIS Type Test India

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for the procurement of electronic stethoscope equipment. The notice indicates no BOQ items, with an estimated value not disclosed and EMD details not numerically specified. A key feature is the option clause allowing a ±25% quantity adjustment at contracted rates, affecting delivery timing. Compliance with ISO 9001 and after-sales support from an Indian office for imported products are required. Bidders must provide material test certificates and relevant BIS/type test/approval certificates. The procurement emphasizes supplier capability to meet civil-military standards and OEM requirements within the extended delivery framework.

The opportunity targets suppliers capable of meeting military-grade quality controls, ISO certification, and regulatory compliance. The clause-driven quantity flexibility, along with post-order delivery timelines, differentiates bidders by their ability to scale production and manage logistics under dynamic demand. Unique aspects include mandatory material testing at the buyer lab and the requirement of FDR-based EMD submission options, signaling strict financial and quality governance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM of offered products is mandatory.
• Material Test Certificate to be submitted with supply; buyer’s lab results will determine acceptance.
• Bidders must upload BIS licence, type test certificates, and other prescribed certificates as per product specification.
• For imported items, an OEM/Authorized Seller with an Indian registered office for after-sales service is required.
• Turnover criteria: minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 years as specified in the bid document; documentary evidence from audited statements or CA certificate.
• Optional EMD via Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR); scanned FDR proof with bid and hardcopy within 5 days post bid opening.
• The terms include an extension mechanism to cover additional quantity up to 25% and potential delivery time adjustment.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25% during contract and currency, with delivery time adjusted proportionally (minimum 30 days).
• EMD/PG: EMD methods include FDR-based submission; ensure delivery of hardcopy within 5 days of bid end/opening date.
• ISO 9001: mandatory for bidder or OEM.
• Material Test Certificate to accompany supply; acceptance solely based on buyer lab results.
• BIS/type test certificates and other prescribed certificates must be uploaded with the bid.
• Turnover: minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 years as indicated in the bid document, supported by audited statements or CA certificate.
• Imported products: must have an Indian-registered OEM for after-sales support and provide a certificate to this effect.
• Delivery schedule, payment terms, and penalties are governed by the overall contract terms and option clause.