Indian Army Brake & Suspension Components Tender India 2026 IS0/ISI-like Standards, 25% Quantity Flexibility

Tender Overview

This procurement by the Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) targets a wide range of automotive components including front brake pads, front shock absorbers, rear brake shoes, toggle switches, front/rear shocks, anti-roll bar bushings, radiator hoses, thermostats, fog lamps, siren, wiper blades, mirrors, clutch plates, fans, belts, filters, and instruments. The BOQ lists 29 items with a government-wide bid scope and an estimated value not disclosed. The contract includes an option clause enabling up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates and a delivery timeline linked to the original order plus extended periods. Importantly, OEM after-sales support and demonstration may be required for technical evaluation.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories span brake system, steering/ suspension, electricals, cooling, lighting, and body hardware for military vehicles.
• Key items include: Brake Pad Front, Brake Shoe Rear, Shock Absorber Front/Rear, Toggle Switch, Stab Bar Bushings, Hoses Radiator Inlet/Outlet, Thermostate Assembly, Fog Lamp LH/RH, Siren 6 Tone, Wiper Blade Front, Door Handle Inner RH, Air/Fuel/Oil Filters and more.
• The tender requires demonstration before technical evaluation and dedicated OEM/service contact channels. For imported items, the OEM must have India-based after-sales support with documented authorization.
• No explicit technical standards are listed in the data; bidders should expect compliance with standard automotive component quality norms and potential ISI/ISO-like certifications as part of evaluation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25% at contract implementation and during currency of the contract. Delivery time scales start from the last date of the original delivery order, with a minimum extension of 30 days when options are exercised.
• Demonstration may be required before technical evaluation; dedicated service support hotlines must be provided by OEMs or bidders.
• For imported items, the OEM must have a registered office in India to provide after-sales service; certificate of this arrangement must be submitted.
• The terms emphasize compliance with bid quantity variations, demonstration for evaluation, and after-sales service commitments.