Indian Army Textile Fabric Tender CA 8310 Cotton Canvas Cloth Procurement 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, under the Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for multiple textile fabrics including S COTTON, CLOTH CANVAS COTT WP WIDE, CLOTH DUCK, CLOTH BUNT, and related canvas cotton fabrics (codes under CA 8310). The procurement scope references 6 items in the BOQ with unspecified quantities. The process emphasizes post-award design validation through detailed drawings and advance samples, with a potential 50% quantity variation during contract execution. Delivery timelines hinge on approval of drawings and samples, with LD waivers during buyer delays. This tender targets suppliers of specialized military textiles with fabrication and quality control capabilities. Key differentiator lies in the mandatory design approval cycle and the option-based quantity adjustments at contract award and during currency. Unique clauses govern standard approvals, sampling, and the staged acceptance process.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: S COTTON, COTTON CANVAS, CLOTH CANVAS COTT WP WIDE, CLOTH DUCK, CLOTH BUNT, KND NIV TMAT CLOTH CANVAS COTT, and related fabrics under CA 8310 codes.
• No explicit technical metrics or performance standards published in the specification block.
• Mandatory pre-production processes: Detailed Design Drawings within 5 days of award; advance sample submission within 5 days; buyer approval or modification list within 5 days.
• Inspection framework includes post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection not specified.
• Option clause allows ±50% quantity variability with calculated delivery extension rules, minimum 30 days.
• No ISI/ISO standards explicitly mentioned; no EMD/estimated value disclosed.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Drawings and advance samples must be approved by the buyer within 5 days of submission; delays shift the delivery schedule without liquidated damages for the drawing/sample approval period.
• Option clause enables 50% quantity increases/decreases at contract placement and during currency, with delivery extensions calculated as (additional/original) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Post-receipt inspection is the nominated mechanism (BOO); pre-dispatch inspection not defined in ATC.
• No explicit EMD amount, payment terms, or warranty details are provided in the terms block. Bidder must align with standard government procurement practices and ensure compliance with design approvals and sampling timelines.