Indian Army SA OF RADIATOR WITH COWL 24V H X 87 GRS STARTER Tender 2026 – II FOD/DAI Procurement

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, under the Department Of Military Affairs, seeks selective supply of a consolidated package of vehicle electrical and mechanical items including SA OF RADIATOR WITH COWL, 24V H X 87 GRS STARTER WITH TCO, AR PUMP, SPEEDOMETER, and related components across 18 items. The scope specifies supply of goods (no service) with an estimated value not disclosed and an EMD of ₹40,500. The procurement emphasizes single-bidder compliance, advance sample approvals, and post-delivery inspection by the Station Board of Officer. The tender’s unique elements include advance sample testing, explicit acceptance criteria, and transfer of risk if buyer delays approval. The emphasis on pre-bulk supply validations highlights a controlled production path and clear offset for deviations within approved samples. This tender targets vendors capable of delivering a multi-component automotive hardware bundle for military use.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No formal technical specs provided; the BOQ lists 18 items with unspecified quantities (N/A for items 1-5).
• Key components referenced: radiators, cowl assemblies, 24V starters with TCO, hoses, control cables, fuel shut-off solenoids, air hoses, horn assemblies, and universal joints.
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection at the consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection not mandated.
• Quality/process controls: advance sample submission within 10 days of award; buyer approval or modification within 7 days; deviations may trigger fresh samples or contract termination.
• Payment/EMD: EMD ₹40,500; FDR acceptance options for EMD and performance security; hardcopy submission within 5 days of bid end date/opening.
• Compliance: supply of compliant components with sample-based validation; no installation or maintenance services.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹40,500; can be submitted as fixed deposit receipt (FDR) in the name of THE COMMANDANT 11 FOD with withdrawal conditions.
• Payment terms: not fully specified; emphasis on advance sample approval before bulk manufacture; delivery period adjustable if buyer delays in approving samples.
• Delivery: bulk supply contingent on approved samples; no LD during buyer-caused delays in sample approval.
• Documentation: bid submission must include scanned FDR proof; hardcopy delivery within 5 days of bid end/opening; post-award submission of advance sample.
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection by STATION BOARD OF OFFICER; pre-dispatch not required unless selected.
• Termination/queries: contract may terminate for major sample deviations; modifications required as per buyer’s approval list.