Indian Army Department Of Military Affairs King Pin Lower and Front Suspension Parts Tender Kupwara Jammu & Kashmir 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for multiple mechanical assemblies including King Pin Lower, Spring Assembly Front, Shackle Plate, Cross Assembly, Fuel Pump Assembly, Cylinder Assembly Master, and Brake Pad for deployment in Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir. The procurement scope comprises 7 distinct items, with no explicit unit quantities disclosed. The tender emphasizes variant quantity options up to 25% during contract execution and a staged sample approval process prior to bulk manufacturing. Key differentiation rests on supplier ability to honor contract at negotiated rates across potential quantity fluctuations and adherence to sample-based quality checks. This opportunity targets suppliers capable of supplying military-grade brake, steering, and front-end components with consistent performance under field conditions.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Item scope limited to listed front-end and powertrain assemblies: King Pin Lower, Spring Assembly Front, Shackle Plate, Cross Assembly, Fuel Pump Assembly, Cylinder Assembly Master, Brake Pad. Specific part numbers or OEMs are not provided.
• No explicit technical standards (IS/ISO) are documented in the summary; bidders must rely on the Army’s contract framework and approved sample process.
• Key qualification provisions include submitting PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate; pre-bulk approval of 5 advance samples within 5 days of contract award is required. Bulk supplies must align with approved sample specifications; deviations can trigger corrective actions or contract termination.
• The option clause allows a maximum 25% increase in order quantity during and after initial delivery, with delivery time adjusted by a calculated formula and a minimum of 30 days.
• The arrangement anticipates a pre-dispatch sampling regime for certain clothing items if selected; items not specified require supplier compliance with testing norms as directed by the buyer.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Quantity can be increased or decreased by up to 25% of bid/contract quantity; extension calculations begin from the last date of the original delivery order.
• Documentation for Vendor Code Creation: Submit PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate certified by the bank.
• Advance Sample Approval: Submit 5 samples within 5 days of award; buyer approves or requests modifications within 5 days; bulk supply must follow approved sample without LD for buyer-caused delays.
• Delivery & Penalties: Delivery schedule tied to original/extended periods; failure to approve samples may alter delivery timelines; deviation risks termination.
• Clothing/Inspections: If pre-dispatch inspection is chosen, inspection agency may require sample submission.
• No explicit EMD amount or payment terms are listed in the provided data; bidders should verify with the buyer during tender clarification.