Tender Overview
The Indian Army, under the Department Of Military Affairs, seeks supply of diverse military electrical and comms components, including Bottle Oil Nk-5, Bag Ordnance Weapon Spare Parts, Cleaning Rod Assemblies, Hand Set PTT EM, Radio CX-8708 links, 14.8V 5.5Ah Li-Ion packs, Antenna Bases Mk-6808, and various cable assemblies. Estimated value is not disclosed; the EMD is ₹2,500. The scope spans multiple SKUs with 12 BOQ items, requiring on-site or on-call service support and rapid supply to meet defense timelines. A unique seller differentiator is the requirement for a Functional Service Centre in the consignee state or immediate establishment within 30 days of award. This tender emphasizes post-acceptance inspection, advance sample approvals, and strict adherence to buyer-specified samples. Overall, the procurement targets reliable, OEM-backed suppliers capable of handling both hardware and associated warranty logistics.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- No explicit product specifications are published in the tender; however, items listed include: N1/N2 vehicle/kit components, PTT handhelds, and specialized cables.
- Key process requirements include: advance sample submission within 5 days of contract award, buyer approval or modification within 5 days, and bulk supply only to matching approved samples.
- Service & support expectations require a functional service centre in the state of each consignee location or establishment within 30 days of award. Post-receipt inspection is conducted by Station Board of Officers; pre-dispatch inspection is optional via ATC.
- Turnover criterion expects bidders to provide audited financials showing three-year average turnover; current threshold is defined in the bid document and must be documented.
Terms & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹2,500 to be submitted; payment terms apply after service-centre evidence and acceptance.
- Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover over the last three years as specified in the bid document; documented via audited balances or CA certificates.
- Delivery: Service centre establishment within 30 days of contract award; samples approved prior to bulk manufacture with rework timelines if approvals are delayed.
- Inspection: Post-receipt inspection by the Station Board of Officers; pre-dispatch inspection is optional.
- Payment: Payment terms are tied to acceptance and sample approval; detailed terms in contract.
- Other: OEM authorizations and GST/PAN documentation likely required as part of the submission package.
