Indian Army Water Purification System Tender 2026 India UV UF IS 550 compliant

Tender Overview

Indian Army invites bids for a Water Purification System with UV/UF technology (V2) intended for military use. The procurement includes Storage Tank, Self Contained Water Cooler, and a controller/display unit with a guaranteed output water quality. The estimated value is not disclosed; the EMD is ₹131,554. The contract allows a 25% quantity variation and specifies delivery terms linked to original and extended delivery periods. Unique: advance sample approval, NABL/ILAC lab conformity options, and mandatory service center presence for carry-in warranties. This opportunity targets bidders capable of providing on-site installation, training, and post-warranty support in compliance with central government testing standards. This tender emphasizes stringent quality, traceability, and supplier readiness in a defense context.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: Water Purification Technology (UV or UV+UF), with either UV alone or combined UV+UF processing
• Rate of Flow: specify purified water LPH (as per BOQ/technical sheet)
• Mounting Method: wall-mounted or floor-standing as per installation site
• Guaranteed Output Water Quality: performance metrics to meet specified IS/central govt standards
• Water Storage: Storage Tank included; capacity in liters; material unspecified; location TBD
• Self Contained Water Cooler: integrated cooling unit or standalone option
• Controller/Display: type and user interface details required
• Certification/Testing: NABL/ILAC accredited lab conformity reports; central govt test report availability
• Training & Demonstration: bidder to provide on-site training
• Warranty/Service: on-site service centers in each consignee state; 30-day establishment window post-award; advance sample approval process (5-day sample submission; 7-day modification feedback)

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹131,554 (payment method not specified; ensure compliance with IT/finance norms)
• Delivery Terms: option to increase quantity up to 25% during contract; delivery periods adjust proportionally with a minimum of 30 days
• Service Centers: must establish or already have a functional center in the consignee state; evidence of functional center required before payment release
• Inspection: NABL accredited lab for pre-dispatch or post-receipt inspection as applicable
• Advance Sample: submit 2 samples within 5 days; buyer to approve or request modifications within 7 days; delays may shift delivery without LD
• Documentation: mandatory range of documents including GST, PAN, experience certificates, and OEM authorizations as per ATC
• Warranty & Penalties: terms include warranty/AMC expectations and potential penalties for non-conformance