Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Kitchenware Tender India ISO 9001 2026

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for a broad range of kitchenware and ancillary items, spanning 64 distinct items from steel vessels to glassware and small home appliances. The contract involves bulk-scale supply with an unspecified estimated value and no clearly listed start date or delivery location. A key differentiator is the mandatory adherence to multiple quality controls, including certifications and material testing, with an option clause permitting quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after award. A pre-supply sample approval process is required post-award, with a 7-day window to submit samples and a 5-day turnaround for modifications. This tender emphasizes compliance and traceability for bulk government supply orders.

• Organization: Indian Army
• Product category: Kitchenware, cookware, and related accessories
• Location: India
• Quantity/scale: 64 items (BOQ shows 64 items)
• Key differentiator: ISO 9001 certification, material test certificates, advance sample approval
• Unique aspect: Buyer's approval of advance samples, 5-day modification window, and option to extend quantity

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service scope includes a broad range of kitchen items: steel vessels, glass jars, plastic containers, utensils, cookware, kitchen hardware, and related accessories; no explicit item-by-item specs listed in the tender excerpt.
• Mandatory certifications: ISO 9001, BIS licenses, and type test certificates (40/43), with documents to be uploaded at bid submission.
• Quality controls: Material Test Certificate to accompany supply; buyer’s lab evaluation will determine acceptance.
• Sample process: submit 5 advance samples within 7 days of award; buyer to approve or specify modifications within 5 days; bulk supply must conform to approved sample with modifications.
• Delivery clause: option clause allows ±25% quantity change during/after contract at contracted rates; delivery period adjustments calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Documentation: bidder/OEM must upload all specified certificates and test reports on bid opening date; compliance with T&C and corrigenda is mandatory.

Terms & Eligibility

• EMD/price details: not disclosed in the excerpt; bidders must meet eligibility and provide required certificates to avoid rejection.
• Eligibility criteria include ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM, BIS/type-test certificates, and Material Test Certificates.
• Sample compliance and post-award approvals are mandatory, with non-compliance leading to rejection or contract termination.
• Payment terms, delivery deadlines, and specific warranty/penalty clauses are not fully disclosed in the excerpt but are governed by the Buyer Added Terms.
• The clause set requires bidders to upload all relevant certifications and to comply with the option to adjust quantities and deadlines as specified.