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Indian Army Sanitary Fittings Tap Category Tender Meghalaya 2026 BIS Certification Indian Army Procurement

Bid Publish Date

15-Apr-2026, 4:45 pm

Bid End Date

30-Apr-2026, 5:00 pm

EMD

₹46,000

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Progress

Issue15-Apr-2026, 4:45 pm
Corrigendum27-Apr-2026
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Quantity

3236

Category

GI Plug 20 mm

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • Brand/OEM requirements: Mandatory Manufacturer Authorization (MAF) from OEM for items such as LED, sanitary fittings, cables, MCB/MCCB, etc.
  • Technical certifications: BIS certificate required for the item; ISI/ISO certifications not explicitly stated.
  • Special clauses: Quantity variation up to 25% during contract and currency; extended delivery timing rules clearly defined.
  • Eligibility: 3 years govt supply experience; documentation to prove prior contracts with central/state govt or PSU.
  • Warranty/AMC: Not explicitly specified in the provided terms; BIS and OEM authorizations imply mandatory compliance.
  • Delivery/installation: Delivery timeline linked to order dates with a minimum 30-day extension rule; no fixed delivery window provided.

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Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) in Meghalaya, RI Bhoi 793101 invites bids for an extensive sanitary fittings and tap category. The BoQ lists 131 items, focusing on Tap Mounting Type, Nominal Thread Size (mm), Aerator Material, and Type of Faucet with unspecified quantities. The project includes an EMD of ₹46,000 and requires BIS certification and OEM authorization for compliance. A key contractual element allows a 25% quantity variation at contract award and during currency, affecting delivery timelines. This opportunity targets suppliers with government procurement experience and robust supply capacity. Unique aspects include mandatory technical data sheets and central/state government supply history, signaling a structured, compliance-driven bidding process.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Categories: Tap mounting type, material, description (type of faucet, aerator material), and dimension (nominal thread size of tap in mm).
  • Certification/Standards: BIS certificate for the item required.
  • Documentation: Separate technical data sheet showing item name, Make/Brand, model name/number, and Part/Cat details; OEM authorization from the OEM with contact details.
  • Vendor expectations: Manufacturer authorization if bidding via distributors; evidence of similar govt supply in the last 3 years; 3 years of experience per bid opening date.
  • BOQ scope: 131 total items; exact quantities not disclosed; emphasis on compliance with listed product categories and mounting methods.

Terms & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹46,000 (payment terms not explicitly stated; ensure deposit per tender rules).
  • Experience: Bidder or OEM must demonstrate 3 years of regular manufacture and supply to Central/State Govt or PSU for similar category products.
  • Documents required: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; Bidder to provide vendor code creation documents; OEM authorization if bidding through partners.
  • Delivery/variation: Quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25%; delivery period extended proportionally from the last original delivery order date with minimum 30 days, and may extend to original period.
  • Quality/Compliance: BIS certification and technical data sheets mandatory; authorizations from OEM and service providers to be provided.

Key Specifications

  • Product/service names: Tap fixtures and sanitary fittings

  • Quantities: BOQ lists 131 items; exact quantities not disclosed

  • EMD/estimates: EMD ₹46,000

  • Experience: 3 years government supply for similar items

  • Quality/compliance: BIS certificate required

  • Delivery terms: 25% quantity variation; delivery period calculated from original delivery order date

Terms & Conditions

  • Key Term 1: EMD amount is ₹46,000; submit as per bid rules

  • Key Term 2: 3 years govt supply experience required with evidence

  • Key Term 3: Quantity variation up to 25% during contract and currency

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

EMD of ₹46,000 required; payment terms not explicitly stated in the provided ATC

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; additional time calculated as (Increase quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, min 30 days

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in provided ATC; standard govt procurement penalties may apply per contract terms

Bidder Eligibility

  • 3 years of regular manufacture and supply to Central/State Govt or PSU for similar items

  • Authorisation from OEM if bidding via distributors

  • GST registration, PAN, and financial/experience documentation to support eligibility

Additional Tender Data

Commercial Details

Tender Category

Goods

Bid To RA

No

Bid To RA Enabled

Yes

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MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT

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Documents 7

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Main Document

BOQ Document

BOQ

BOQ Document

BOQ

CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

CATALOG-Specification-2

CATALOG Specification

Buyer uploaded ATC document

ATC

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

Bill of Quantities (BOQ) 131 Items Sign in for GEM prices

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Ply wood Commercial as per IS 3003 8x4x12mm

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#2

Kitchen rack SS superior quality size 36 x 36 x 10

Kitchen rack SS superior quality size 36 x 36 x 10

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#3

Mirror looking 20 x 16 with PVC frame

Mirror looking 20 x 16 with PVC frame

50 nos Delivery: 60 days
#4

Bathroom cabinet mirror PVC 432 x 11mm

Bathroom cabinet mirror PVC 432 x 11mm

18 nos Delivery: 60 days
#5

Plywood commercial 7 x 3 x 12 mm BWR

Plywood commercial 7 x 3 x 12 mm BWR

105 sqft Delivery: 60 days
#6

Kitchen Sink 36 x 18 x 7 stainless steel with drainage board

Kitchen Sink 36 x 18 x 7 stainless steel with drainage board

12 nos Delivery: 60 days
#7

Plywood commercial 8 x 4 x 4 mm ISI Mark BWR

Plywood commercial 8 x 4 x 4 mm ISI Mark BWR

96 sqft Delivery: 60 days
#8

Bib Cock CP 15 mm

Bib Cock CP 15 mm

24 nos Delivery: 60 days
#9

CP Health faucet with hook 1 mtr tube15mm

CP Health faucet with hook 1 mtr tube15mm

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#10

Pillar cock fancy type 15 mm CP

Pillar cock fancy type 15 mm CP

18 nos Delivery: 60 days
#11

Bib Cock CP long body 15 mm

Bib Cock CP long body 15 mm

20 nos Delivery: 60 days
#12

CP Angle cock 15 mm

CP Angle cock 15 mm

20 set Delivery: 60 days
#13

Bib cock brass 15mm

Bib cock brass 15mm

16 nos Delivery: 60 days
#14

Flushing cistern PVC low level 10 Ltr capacity complete

Flushing cistern PVC low level 10 Ltr capacity complete

3 nos Delivery: 60 days
#15

Cushion with cover for Sofa set 40 density 100 mm thick size 20inch x 21 inch Make

Cushion with cover for Sofa set 40 density 100 mm thick size 20inch x 21 inch Make

16 nos Delivery: 60 days
#16

Kitchen rack SS 24 x 30 x 10

Kitchen rack SS 24 x 30 x 10

7 roll Delivery: 60 days
#17

Stop cock Brass 15 mm External Thread

Stop cock Brass 15 mm External Thread

31 nos Delivery: 60 days
#18

Bitumin felt 20mtrx1mtr x 3mm

Bitumin felt 20mtrx1mtr x 3mm

62 rm Delivery: 60 days
#19

Float valve PVC 20mm

Float valve PVC 20mm

19 nos Delivery: 60 days
#20

Curtain rod redge steel 15 mm

Curtain rod redge steel 15 mm

46 kgs Delivery: 60 days
#21

PVC Pipe 40mm x 3 Mtr long

PVC Pipe 40mm x 3 Mtr long

1 nos Delivery: 60 days
#22

Wire mesh GI 0 point 56 mm nominal dia of wire and average width of aperature 1 point18mm

Wire mesh GI 0 point 56 mm nominal dia of wire and average width of aperature 1 point18mm

30 nos Delivery: 60 days
#23

Wall mixer 3 in 1 with L Bend 15 mm

Wall mixer 3 in 1 with L Bend 15 mm

30 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#24

CP Tubular towel rail 20 mm dia, 600 mm long body

CP Tubular towel rail 20 mm dia, 600 mm long body

88 sqft Delivery: 60 days
#25

Touch wood in 1 Ltr pack

Touch wood in 1 Ltr pack

4 nos Delivery: 60 days
#26

Block Board 8x4x19mm BWR

Block Board 8x4x19mm BWR

3 nos Delivery: 60 days
#27

Sunmica of size 8x 4x 1 mm thick Teak face

Sunmica of size 8x 4x 1 mm thick Teak face

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#28

Particle board Prelaminated 2400 x 1200 x 12mm

Particle board Prelaminated 2400 x 1200 x 12mm

43 nos Delivery: 60 days
#29

Glass shelf corner 12x12 with CP railing 15mm

Glass shelf corner 12x12 with CP railing 15mm

9 nos Delivery: 60 days
#30

Bib Cock PVC 15mm

Bib Cock PVC 15mm

3 nos Delivery: 60 days
#31

Mirro for dressing table Ladies 48 x 18

Mirro for dressing table Ladies 48 x 18

7 nos Delivery: 60 days
#32

Single lever basin mixer 6

Single lever basin mixer 6

3 nos Delivery: 60 days
#33

Hydraulic door closer

Hydraulic door closer

100 sqft Delivery: 60 days
#34

Sink Mixer CP 15mm

Sink Mixer CP 15mm

45 nos Delivery: 60 days
#35

Ply teak face 8 x 4 x 4 mm

Ply teak face 8 x 4 x 4 mm

9 nos Delivery: 60 days
#36

CP Handle 75 mm for table bed side MAP

CP Handle 75 mm for table bed side MAP

25 rm Delivery: 60 days
#37

Seat cover plastic for EWC white colour

Seat cover plastic for EWC white colour

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#38

GI Tubing Med Gde 20 mm

GI Tubing Med Gde 20 mm

5 pairs Delivery: 60 days
#39

PVC Waste coupling 50 mm for Stainless steel Kitchen sink

PVC Waste coupling 50 mm for Stainless steel Kitchen sink

70 nos Delivery: 60 days
#40

Telescopic channel 12 to 24 inch

Telescopic channel 12 to 24 inch

140 rm Delivery: 60 days
#41

Waste pipe PVC 32mm

Waste pipe PVC 32mm

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#42

Beeding Teak wood 4 mm thick x 20 mm half round

Beeding Teak wood 4 mm thick x 20 mm half round

15 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#43

Shower rose CP 15mm

Shower rose CP 15mm

15 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#44

Paint enamelled white in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

Paint enamelled white in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

15 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#45

Paint enamelled OG in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

Paint enamelled OG in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

14 nos Delivery: 60 days
#46

Paint enamelled grey in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

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50 nos Delivery: 60 days
#47

PVC Seat for Chair dining

PVC Seat for Chair dining

130 sqft Delivery: 60 days
#48

Butt hinges MS 100mm

Butt hinges MS 100mm

35 nos Delivery: 60 days
#49

Ply wood Commercial 8x4x 8mm

Ply wood Commercial 8x4x 8mm

25 sqft Delivery: 60 days
#50

Door Stoper Alumunium

Door Stoper Alumunium

60 nos Delivery: 60 days
#51

Plywood 8x4x19mm BWR

Plywood 8x4x19mm BWR

2 nos Delivery: 60 days
#52

Float valve PVC 25mm

Float valve PVC 25mm

12 nos Delivery: 60 days
#53

Jet spray 1 point 5m tube 15mm

Jet spray 1 point 5m tube 15mm

40 nos Delivery: 60 days
#54

CPVC Reducer Socket 20x15mm Brass

CPVC Reducer Socket 20x15mm Brass

8 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#55

Red oxide Primer

Red oxide Primer

40 rm Delivery: 60 days
#56

Curtain rod Aluminium silver 20mm

Curtain rod Aluminium silver 20mm

40 nos Delivery: 60 days
#57

Connection pipe PVC size 15mm x 450 mm

Connection pipe PVC size 15mm x 450 mm

18 nos Delivery: 60 days
#58

Bib Cock PVC long body 15mm

Bib Cock PVC long body 15mm

12 pkt Delivery: 60 days
#59

Full thread screw 25 mm 250 Grm each

Full thread screw 25 mm 250 Grm each

14 kgs Delivery: 60 days
#60

Fevicol SH 1 Kgs pack

Fevicol SH 1 Kgs pack

25 nos Delivery: 60 days
#61

Aluminium door handle 150mm

Aluminium door handle 150mm

40 nos Delivery: 60 days
#62

Aluminium door handle 100mm

Aluminium door handle 100mm

4 nos Delivery: 60 days
#63

CP Towel ring Round

CP Towel ring Round

6 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#64

French Polish

French Polish

30 pair Delivery: 60 days
#65

Curtain rod holder Lattu 20mm silver

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7 nos Delivery: 60 days
#66

Toilet paper holder with stainless steel flap 15mm

Toilet paper holder with stainless steel flap 15mm

10 kgs Delivery: 60 days
#67

Oil putty for glazing

Oil putty for glazing

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#68

Sliding door bolt Alu 300mm

Sliding door bolt Alu 300mm

46 rm Delivery: 60 days
#69

CPVC pipe 15mm

CPVC pipe 15mm

32 nos Delivery: 60 days
#70

Knob for side board dressing table writing table etc

Knob for side board dressing table writing table etc

14 nos Delivery: 60 days
#71

CPVC MTA Brass 20mm

CPVC MTA Brass 20mm

6 bag Delivery: 60 days
#72

Cement OPC 50 kgs each bags

Cement OPC 50 kgs each bags

7 nos Delivery: 60 days
#73

Seat and Back for Chair School Bucket Type

Seat and Back for Chair School Bucket Type

12 nos Delivery: 60 days
#74

PVC Angle cock 15 mm

PVC Angle cock 15 mm

10 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#75

Paint enamelled black in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

Paint enamelled black in 1 ltrs pack High Glossy

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#76

PVC Seat and Back for chair verandah Offrs

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16 nos Delivery: 60 days
#77

CPVC Solvent cement 100ml

CPVC Solvent cement 100ml

8 set Delivery: 60 days
#78

Ball casters size 50 mm without plate 05 Nos in each set

Ball casters size 50 mm without plate 05 Nos in each set

80 rm Delivery: 60 days
#79

Wooden beads for fixing glass 2nd class seasoned size 10 mm x 10 mm x 1 mtr long

Wooden beads for fixing glass 2nd class seasoned size 10 mm x 10 mm x 1 mtr long

30 nos Delivery: 60 days
#80

CPVC Brass elbow 15mm Prayag

CPVC Brass elbow 15mm Prayag

5 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#81

Melamine high glossy

Melamine high glossy

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#82

Magnetic catcher

Magnetic catcher

50 nos Delivery: 60 days
#83

Nipple GI 15 mm 2 long

Nipple GI 15 mm 2 long

14 nos Delivery: 60 days
#84

CPVC Socket brass 20mm Prayag

CPVC Socket brass 20mm Prayag

3 nos Delivery: 60 days
#85

CPVC MTA Brass 15mm

CPVC MTA Brass 15mm

10 pkt Delivery: 60 days
#86

Masonary screw full thread 20mm 250 grm Eachh

Masonary screw full thread 20mm 250 grm Eachh

4 nos Delivery: 60 days
#87

PVC Shelf heavy duty 450 mm

PVC Shelf heavy duty 450 mm

5 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#88

Dendrite 1 Ltrs pack

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#89

CPVC Pipe 20mm

CPVC Pipe 20mm

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#90

Nipple GI 15 mm 4 long

Nipple GI 15 mm 4 long

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#91

CPVC FTA Brass 20mm

CPVC FTA Brass 20mm

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#92

CPVC Ball Valve 20mm

CPVC Ball Valve 20mm

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#93

Cloth Mal Mal or Cheese cloth

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Nails wire steel 75mm 1 Kg Each

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#95

MS Screw Wood 35 mm x 8 gauge 100 nosEach

MS Screw Wood 35 mm x 8 gauge 100 nosEach

6 pkt Delivery: 60 days
#96

M Seal

M Seal

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#97

MS Screw Wood 25 mm x 8 gauge 100 nos each

MS Screw Wood 25 mm x 8 gauge 100 nos each

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#98

Union socket 15mm

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25 nos Delivery: 60 days
#99

CPVC Plain Elbow 20mm

CPVC Plain Elbow 20mm

10 kgs Delivery: 60 days
#100

Distemper oil bound White

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10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#101

CPVC Socket brass 15mm

CPVC Socket brass 15mm

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#102

Nipple GI 20 mm 6 long

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5 nos Delivery: 60 days
#103

GI Elbow 32 mm dia ISI marked 3 way Medium Grade

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5 ltrs Delivery: 60 days
#104

Spirit denatured 5 Ltr Pack

Spirit denatured 5 Ltr Pack

10 set Delivery: 60 days
#105

Pegs alluminium 100 mm single hook set of six

Pegs alluminium 100 mm single hook set of six

15 rm Delivery: 60 days
#106

Flat Beading PVC 12x6mm 6long

Flat Beading PVC 12x6mm 6long

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#107

CPVC Socket plain 20mm

CPVC Socket plain 20mm

20 kgs Delivery: 60 days
#108

White cement

White cement

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#109

Painting Brush 75mm

Painting Brush 75mm

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#110

Painting Brush 50mm

Painting Brush 50mm

20 nos Delivery: 60 days
#111

CPVC Plain Tee 20mm

CPVC Plain Tee 20mm

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#112

PVC Flush bend 40 mm

PVC Flush bend 40 mm

20 nos Delivery: 60 days
#113

CPVC plain elbow 15mm

CPVC plain elbow 15mm

5 box Delivery: 60 days
#114

Nails wire 40mm 100 grm Each

Nails wire 40mm 100 grm Each

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#115

Painting Brush 100mm

Painting Brush 100mm

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#116

Haps and stapple alu 100 mm

Haps and stapple alu 100 mm

5 pkt Delivery: 60 days
#117

MS Wood screw 30mm 100 grm Each

MS Wood screw 30mm 100 grm Each

5 rm Delivery: 60 days
#118

Aluminim channel double for Dressing Table Ladies

Aluminim channel double for Dressing Table Ladies

5 pkt Delivery: 60 days
#119

Nylon Sleeve 35mm PVC Wall Plug

Nylon Sleeve 35mm PVC Wall Plug

20 nos Delivery: 60 days
#120

Hacksaw Blade

Hacksaw Blade

3 box Delivery: 60 days
#121

Nails wire steel 50 mm 100 gram Each

Nails wire steel 50 mm 100 gram Each

10 sheet Delivery: 60 days
#122

Sand paper No 150 mm

Sand paper No 150 mm

15 nos Delivery: 60 days
#123

CPVC pipe clip 20mm

CPVC pipe clip 20mm

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#124

CPVC Union Plain Socket 20mm

CPVC Union Plain Socket 20mm

3 box Delivery: 60 days
#125

Nails wire steel 25 mm 100 gram Each

Nails wire steel 25 mm 100 gram Each

5 box Delivery: 60 days
#126

Nails wire steel 100mm

Nails wire steel 100mm

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#127

GI Plug 20 mm

GI Plug 20 mm

5 nos Delivery: 60 days
#128

CPVC FTA Plastic 20mm

CPVC FTA Plastic 20mm

10 nos Delivery: 60 days
#129

CPVC end cap 20mm

CPVC end cap 20mm

2 nos Delivery: 60 days
#130

Grating CP 100 mm with hole

Grating CP 100 mm with hole

2 nos Delivery: 60 days
#131

Hackssaw Blade 300 mm

Hackssaw Blade 300 mm

2 nos Delivery: 60 days

Technical Specifications 2 Items

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
ITEM Tap Mounting Type Bib tap
Material Material Brass
Description Type of Faucet Multi Turn
Description Aerator Material Metal
Dimension Nominal Thread Size of Tap (mm) 15

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Required Documents

1

PAN Card copy

2

GSTIN copy

3

Cancelled cheque copy

4

EFT Mandate certified by Bank

5

OEM authorization letter / MAO (Manufacturer Authorization/Certificate) with contact details

6

Technical data sheet detailing item name, brand, model/part number, and specifications

7

Evidence of 3 years govt/national agency supply for similar items (contracts/contracts copies)

8

BIS certificate for the item

Corrigendum Updates

2 Updates
#1

Update

27-Apr-2026

Extended Deadline

30-Apr-2026, 5:00 pm

Opening Date

30-Apr-2026, 5:30 pm

#2

Update

25-Apr-2026

Extended Deadline

27-Apr-2026, 5:00 pm

Opening Date

27-Apr-2026, 5:30 pm

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about MEGHALAYA tender market

How to bid for sanitary fittings tender in Meghalaya 2026 with Indian Army?

Bidders must meet 3 years of govt supply experience, provide PAN and GST, submit cancelled cheque and EFT mandate, and obtain OEM MA/authorization. Include BIS certification for items and a separate technical data sheet with Make/Model details. Delivery terms allow up to 25% quantity variation; ensure compliance with OEM and BIS standards for approval.

What documents are required for the taps and fittings bid in Meghalaya

Required documents include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate certified by bank, OEM authorization from the manufacturer, BIS certificate for the item, and a separate technical data sheet showing item name, brand, model, and part numbers; evidence of 3 years govt supply must be provided via contract copies.

What are the key technical specifications for tap fixtures in this tender

Specifications focus on Tap Mounting Type, Material, Type of Faucet, Aerator Material, and Nominal Thread Size of Tap (mm); the BIS certificate is mandatory, and a detailed data sheet with brand/model is required, along with OEM authorization if applicable.

When is the quantity variation allowed in this govt tender for taps

The purchaser reserves the right to increase or decrease quantity up to 25% of bid quantity at contract placement and during currency, with delivery time adjustments calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.

What is the EMD amount for the Indian Army taps tender Meghalaya

The EMD amount is ₹46,000; bidders should ensure proper submission as part of the bid. Additional documentation may include bank details for payment or online verification depending on the tender portal guidelines.

What is required for OEM authorization in this government bid

OMB authorization requires an MA/Authorization form from the OEM with contact details; if bidding via distributor, provide authorized distributor details and manufacturer contact information to verify legitimacy and ensure post-sale support.