Indian Army Vicryl rapid Undyed absorbable sutures and related medicines Tender 2026 - Department Of Military Affairs, India

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for a mixed package comprising Vicryl rapid undyed absorbable surgical sutures (2/0 on 1 by 2 circle RB 36mm, double armed, sterile) and essential obstetric/gynecological medicines including Oxytocin 5 units per 1 point 0ml injection, Dinoprostone Gel 0.5 mg in 3 g per 2.5 ml gel syringe, along with Nifedipine 10 mg tablets and Methylergometrine maleate 0.2 mg injection 1 ml. This procurement targets government medical stores under the Indian Army and reflects a high-value, multi-item supply contract.

• Estimated value and exact quantities are not disclosed in the provided data.
• Key differentiator: combination of sutures with obstetric medications within a single tender, potentially enabling consolidated logistics.
• Delivery expectations, warranty, or lead-time specifics are not stated; demurrage and LD provisions exist in ATC terms.
• The scope emphasizes supplier capability to maintain shelf-life and avoid End-of-Life products as per OEM guidance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes surgical sutures (Vicryl rapid undyed absorbable) and listed medicines (
  • Oxytocin 5 units per 1 point 0ml inj amp
  • Dinoprostone Gel 0.5 mg in 3 g per 2.5 ml gel
  • Nifedipine 10 mg tab
  • Methylergometrine maleate 0.2 mg inj 1 ml
    )
• Shelf-life requirement: minimum usable shelf life at receipt must be 5/6th of total shelf life; suppliers must ensure non-expiry at delivery.
• GST handling: bidder to determine applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates with a cap at quoted GST percentage.
• Documentation: bidders must upload PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorizations may be required; contracts to show prior supply to Govt/PSUs for 3 years.
• ATC clause indicates LDs for late delivery and 48-hour lift windows for rejected items; demurrage applies if items are not lifted.
• No explicit unit quantities or BOQ item details are provided; bidders should prepare for multi-component pricing and logistics planning.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/ sikker deposit details are not disclosed; ATC mentions LDs and demurrage if goods not lifted.
• Bidder must demonstrate 3 years of supplying similar category products to Govt/PSU bodies; OEM or reseller involvement allowed with contracts showing yearly supply history.
• Financial standing: bidder should not be in liquidation or similar; must upload an undertaking.
• Documentation: GSTIN, PAN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; ensure certificates required in ATC/Bid document are uploaded.
• Tax: no separate payment for tolls/entry taxes; bidder to include taxes in base rate.
• Shelf-life clause and end-of-life risk management require products to be not declared end-of-life by OEM before contract period.
• Delivery extensions and LD: extensions may be granted in extreme cases with LD charges; 48-hour lift window; demurrage at 0.5% of contract value per day for non-lifted items.