Indian Army Salamander Machine Tender 2026 - Department of Military Affairs, 25% Quantity Option

Tender Overview

Indian Army, under the Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a Salamander machine. The tender specifies a quantity option up to 25% of bid quantity and up to 25% increase during contract currency at contracted rates. Delivery timing is linked to the last date of the original delivery order; extended periods use a proportional calculation with a minimum of 30 days. Bidders must adhere to these option and delivery terms. This procurement context, though lacking explicit BOQ items or site details, focuses on reliable supply at scale with flexible ordering. The opportunity is governed by the purchaser’s right to adjust quantities and delivery windows, demanding clear planning and responsive capacity from bidders.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract time and during the currency of the contract.
• Delivery Period: Commences from the last date of the original delivery order; additional time follows the formula: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
• If original delivery period is under 30 days, the additional time equals the original period.
• Purchaser may extend the calculated duration up to the original delivery period when exercising the option.
• No detailed technical specs provided for the salamander machine in the available data; bidders should rely on standard product compliance and OEM specifications.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD amount not disclosed in the tender documents; bidders should monitor for amendments.
• Delivery & Payment: Delivery terms follow the original order date and extended windows per the option clause; payment terms not specified in the data.
• Documents & Compliance: Bidders must comply with general procurement norms and be prepared to provide standard bidder documentation (GST, PAN, experience certificates) as per common Army tenders. The tender allows quantity variations up to 25% and requires adherence to calculated delivery timelines.
• BOQ: No items listed in BOQ; total items reported as 0, indicating a potentially equipment-grade procurement with bespoke specifications to be defined during contract finalization.