Indian Air Force Furniture Repair & Upholstery Tender 2025 – EMD ₹28874, 50% option clause, 34 items

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force invites bids for a wide range of furniture repair, refurbishment, upholstery, and related labour and material services. The scope includes chair repair (high/low back), foam and cloth refurbishment for sofas, leatherette upgrades for executive chairs, table top glass cutting, cabinet locks, wall clocks, hat stands, mirrors, and setup of book shelves and other wooden/steel furniture. The estimated value is not disclosed, but the EMD is ₹28,874. The contract accommodates a large variety of tasks across wooden and steel furniture repair, replacement of components, and minor customization (cable channeling holes, fitting accessories). The procurement emphasizes on-site maintenance, spare parts supply, and comprehensive upholstery services as part of a single contract, with breadth across multiple furniture types. The buyer’s terms permit significant quantity variation and extension rights, underscoring a dynamic, lifecycle service approach typical of defense maintenance projects. Unique aspects include the broad scope of furniture types and the potential for option-based quantity adjustments. The tender indicates emphasis on practical, on-site repair capabilities and standardized documentation.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specs published; scope references a spectrum of repair, replacement, upholstery, and outfitting tasks across wooden and steel furniture.
• Potential items include:
  • Chair repair (height, tilt, wheels, hydraulic system, arms) for high/low back models
  • Sofa refurbishing (4 inch foam 30 density; cloth or special cloth) for 1-3 seat configurations
  • Table/Almirah/Map chest accessories (locks, handles, screws, bolts, fittings)
  • Glass cutting for table tops and mirrors (12x12 inch)
• EMD: ₹28,874; payment terms and GST treatment as per supplier’s GST rate, with GST reimbursement as per actuals up to quoted rate.
• Documentation and GST portal compliance required on GeM platform; scope spans both material and labour.
• No IS/ISO standards explicitly stated; bidders should rely on standard furniture repair practices and supplier certifications.
• Delivery conditions imply on-site execution with replacement of worn components and periodic maintenance.
• There is an explicit option clause allowing ±50% quantity variation; extended delivery time is computed by the option formula.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹28,874 as per GeM portal; submission through the specified channel.
• GST / Tax: GST to be paid by bidder; reimbursement aligned with actuals or the quoted GST rate, whichever is lower.
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; bidder must provide financial standing undertaking and non-liability for liquidation or bankruptcy.
• Option Clause: Quantity may vary by ±50% at contract award; extended delivery time scales with additional quantity.
• Payment Terms: Details aligned to GeM electronic invoicing; GST proof to accompany invoices.
• Delivery: On-site repair and material supply; failure to deliver can lead to termination and penalties per contract conditions.
• Warranty / Penalties: Not explicitly stated; penalties linked to delivery/performance breaches under standard contract terms.
• General Compliance: Bidder must maintain GST compliance and provide bank-certified EFT details.