Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited Coupling (Forging) to DRG 172-47-150-1/F Tender Thane Maharashtra 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited, under the Department of Defence Production, invites bids for coupling (forging) components to DRG 172-47-150-1/F at AVNL facilities in Thane, Maharashtra. The tender references a limited set of eligible vendors and mandates pre-qualification through supplier and material-test documentation. The contract contemplates demand variability with an option to increase up to 50% of the bid quantity and corresponding delivery extensions. Key differentiators include a mandatory pre-inspection regime, formalized material-test certificates, and a required warranty/guarantee submission with delivery. The bidder pool is restricted to specific MPF vendors, establishing a tightly scoped competition. The auction scope is technical and compliance-driven, with emphasis on correct nomenclature, GST/GST Cess accuracy, and conformity to Drg specifications. Unique criteria cover QA through CGM/MPF inspection and lab-tested material certifications.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Coupling (Forging) for DRG 172-47-150-1/F
• Inspection: Authorized CGM/MPF inspection at MPF premises; pre-inspection report required
• Documentation: Material Test Certificate from Govt. approved/NABL-accredited lab for mechanical and chemical properties; warranty/guarantee certificate with supply
• Physical samples: Heat-treated test bars: 350 mm × 25 mm and 150 mm × 15 mm supplied with the order
• Nomenclature control: Exact item nomenclature to be maintained in catalogues to avoid rejection
• Pre-qualification vendors: Limited to J.J. Udog, Lakshmi Industrial Works, GRS Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Kap Axles Pvt. Ltd., Unique Forge (GUJ) Pvt. Ltd.
• Bidder commitments: Provide plant/machinery list, MSME registration (if applicable), financials, and experience documents with the bid
• Payment and formats: Bank Guarantee formats (PBG, EMD, MSD) attached in ATC documents

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option clause: Quantity can be increased/decreased by up to 50%; additional time calculated as (Increased/Original) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days
• Delivery: Delivery period tied to order; extended periods may apply per option clause
• Eligibility: Only the named MPF vendors may participate; other bids will be rejected
• Documents required: Pre-inspection report, material-test certificates, warranty/guarantee certificate, heat-treated test bars, and adherence to nomenclature guidelines; GST/Cess accuracy required
• Quality assurance: Compliance with Drg. specifications and government lab tests; inspection by CGM/MPF authorized personnel
• Submission readiness: Catalogue nomenclature must match tendered item; provide MOU, plant list, and financials in the bid package