Indian Air Force Recycled T-Shirt & Shorts Tender India IS 2977 NABL Compliance 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs). Procurement: Recycled T‑Shirt (Q3) and Shorts - Sports (Q3) under government tendering channels. Scope & Product: raw material from recycled fiber with specifications for fiber composition, ply, yarn count, elastane stretch, knit type, GSM, sizes, neck and sleeve styles, and packing (number of T‑shirts per pack). Quality/Testing: NABL/ILAC or central government lab test reports required; advance sample(s) must be provided for buyer approval. Delivery Flexibility: option to increase quantity by up to 25% at contracted rates; delivery period adjusted from last original delivery date with minimum 30 days extension. Unique Aspects: emphasis on dimensional stability to IS 2977, sublimation printing for 100% polyester components, logo marking details, and multiple material/production attributes across the garment.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: Utility garments; Material: Recycled fiber; Fiber Composition; Ply; Yarn count (Cotton Count); Elastane stretch; Pattern; Knit Type; GSM; Sizes; Neck Type; Sleeves Type; Packing: number of T‑shirts per pack.
• Body/Parts: Mass (g/m²); Mesh lining mass (g/m²); Sewing thread; Elastic band technical requirements; Slide fasteners for pockets and overall fastener specs.
• Manufacturing Details: Waist band pocket size/material; Sublimation printing for 100% polyester; Logo/ Totem marking (type and number of logos).
• Testing & Compliance: Availability of NABL/ILAC or central government lab test reports; advance sample agreement prior to supply.
• Standards: IS 2977 (dimensional stability) referenced for shrinkage/elongation; IS 550 patterns not explicitly listed but implied by knit/finish standards.
• ATC/Documentation: ATC compliance with bidder documents uploaded and bidder must sign; documents with bid number; mandatory documentation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may alter quantity by ±25% at contracted rates; delivery timeline recalculated with a minimum 30 days extension.
• Documentation: ATC compliance requires signed and stamped ATC; all documents uploaded; bid number referenced.
• Advance Sample: Agreement to provide advance samples prior to commencement of supply.
• Delivery/Payment: Delivery periods aligned to last delivery order date; payment terms not explicitly stated in data; compliance with delivery extensions as above.
• Warranty/Penalties: No explicit warranty or LD terms listed in provided data; ensure conformity with IS 2977 for dimensional stability.
• Eligibility Evidence: NABL/ILAC test reports or central government lab conformity; OEM/brand requirements if applicable; packing and labelling as per tender terms.