Indian Army Lead Acid Storage Batteries Tender Jalandhar Punjab IS 14257 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor Vehicles with Light Weight and High Cranking Performance (V2) conforming to IS 14257 (Q3), to be supplied for operations in JALANDHAR, PUNJAB 144001. The bid requires an EMD of ₹56,000 and a data sheet validation against product specifications. Bidders or their OEMs must demonstrate 3 years of govt/central or state PSU supply experience for similar batteries, with supporting contract copies. Mandatory data sheet, GST/PAN, and End User Certificates are specified. Unique terms include Malicious Code Certificate, Manufacturer Authorization, and Non-Disclosure Declaration, ensuring compliance and security. A vendor code creation process requires PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. This procurement emphasizes IS 14257 compliance, with reference to 20-hour rate capacity and Table 2 specifications for capacity evaluation. The tender prioritizes verified technical parameters and end-user alignment to military standards, with emphasis on data sheet matching and OEM verification. The tender’s distinctive focus lies in the combination of lightweight design, high cranking performance, and IS 14257 compliance, suitable for military vehicle fleets and field operations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for motor vehicles with light weight and high cranking performance (V2)
• Standard: IS 14257 (Q3); reference 20 h rate capacity per Table 2
• Capacity reference: 5-h rate capacity as per IS 14257 reference (Table 2)
• Data sheet: Must be uploaded; any mismatch leads to bid rejection
• EMD: ₹56,000 (deposit amount)
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; End User Certificate in buyer format
• Compliance & safety: Malicious Code Certificate; Manufacturer Authorization if bid from distributor; Non-Disclosure Declaration
• Experience: Bidder or OEM must have 3 years of regular govt/PSU supply of similar products; contract copies required
• Delivery/verification: Data verification against offered product specifications is required
• Other terms: End User Certificate to be provided in the buyer’s format; GST as per actuals (not exceeding quoted rate)

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹56,000; payable as specified in tender terms
• Experience criteria: Minimum 3 years of govt/central/PSU supply of identical or similar battery products
• Documentation: Required for Vendor Code creation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate (bank-certified)
• Data Sheet: Submit product data sheet; ensure alignment with IS 14257 specifications
• End User Certificate: To be provided in Buyer’s standard format if requested
• Authorisation: OEM authorization required when bidding via authorized distributors
• Security & compliance: Malicious Code Certificate; Non-Disclosure Declaration on bidder letterhead
• Liquidation/solvency: Bidder should not be under liquidation or court receivership
• GST treatment: GST payable/reimbursable as per actuals or applicable rate (lower of the two); bidder bears responsibility for GST applicability