Indian Air Force CLEANER WATER SOLVENT/PRIMER Tender 2025 - IAF Equipment Supplies (AMS/PRF Standards)

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force invites bids for a multi-item procurement package including CLEANER WATER SOLVENT 24OZ, CPC WATER DISPALCING VARNISH CLR, LUBRICANT SOLID FIL, TAN EPOXY PRIMER MIL PRF 23377K TYI CL N, MG TREATMENT AMS M 3171, TAPE FILM GRY 25.4MMX32.9 MTR, TEFLON TAPE 3M 60, ZIP CHEM D5261NS MIL L 7870. The scope comprises nine BOQ items with an estimated value not disclosed and an EMD of ₹41,000. Bidders must account for potential quantity adjustments up to ±25% during contract execution, with delivery periods linked to the original schedule and option extensions. All prices must be inclusive of taxes, and OEM authorization is mandatory. Compliance with attached technical specifications, when available, is required, and LIFE certificate/LIFR and shelf life obligations apply. The buyer’s terms emphasize ink-signed technical compliance uploads and disqualification for missing documents. The procurement targets end-use by the Indian Air Force in India, with a focus on certified chemical agents and corrosion-resistant primers that meet military-grade standards. This is a critical supply contract requiring precise documentation and adherence to procedure.

Key differentiators include OEM authorization, 80% usable shelf life requirement, and mandatory LIFR certification, ensuring long-term reliability of materials in defense operations. Stay compliant with the ATC requirements for technical evaluation and prepare for potential quantity adjustments under the option clause.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• OEM authorization certificate required; bidders must submit with bid
• Prices inclusive of all taxes; no extra charges to user
• Lifecycle shelf-life requirement: 80% usable life for supplied items
• LIFR certificate mandatory for all items
• INK-signed technical specification to be uploaded for evaluation
• 9 BOQ items across cleaning solvents, varnishes, primers, treatments, tapes, and related consumables
• Delivery period mechanics: option to increase quantity by up to 25%, with calculation formula (quantity-based timing) and minimum 30 days; extended delivery may apply
• ATC compliance with attached specifications; non-submission leads to disqualification
• Mandatory brand/technical compatibility with MIL PRF 23377K TYI CL N, AMS M 3171, and MIL L 7870 series if specified
• Must meet military-grade safety/handling standards as per IS/IEC or equivalent guidelines as referenced in terms
• BOQ items: 9 entries, with current data showing N/A quantities; bidders should anticipate standard quantities for defense supply
• Tax compliance: ensure bidder quote includes all tax components and certifications

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹41,000 submitted as per tender terms
• OEM Authorization Certificate must be provided by the bidder
• Delivery terms: quantity flexibility up to ±25%; delivery window tied to original/extended delivery periods
• All documents must be ink-signed and uploaded for technical evaluation
• LIFR certificate and shelf life criteria of at least 80% usable life
• Non-submission of required ATC/technical documents results in bid disqualification
• Bidders must quote price inclusive of all taxes; no additional charges to user
• The contract requires adherence to referenced MIL standards (MIL PRF 23377K TYI CL N, AMS M 3171, MIL L 7870) and associated product specifications
• OEM authorization and product compliance are mandatory for eligibility, with potential forfeiture of bid otherwise