Indian Army Torch Hand Electric, Paints for Signal Red/White/Olive Green Tender Kupwara Jammu & Kashmir 2026

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) for items including a Torch hand electric and multiple Paints for signaling (Signal Red, White, Matt Olive Green) in the Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir 193221 region. No explicit quantity, unit, or estimated value is disclosed. The tender’s distinguishing feature is the option clause allowing quantity variation up to 25% during contract execution and extended delivery time calculations. An emphasis on advance sampling is present, with a requirement to produce and obtain buyer approval for 5 advance samples within 5 days of contract award. The procurement scope appears to cover both electrical and coatings for field signaling equipment, with potential bulk supplier implications under military standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Advanced sample approval: 5 samples within 5 days of award; buyer may approve or request modifications within 5 days; bulk supply must adhere to approved sample; delays in buyer approval extend the delivery period without LD.
• Option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25%; extended delivery period is calculated as (Increase/Original) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days; extension allowed within original contract limits.
• Clothing/sample inspections: If pre-dispatch inspection is selected, reference samples will be provided per consignee; reference samples used to compare delivered lots.
• No explicit technical specs provided for items; terms imply compliance with contract specifications framework and supplier readiness for bulk manufacturing.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD amount: Not disclosed in available data; bidders should verify exact value in official terms.
• Delivery timelines: Delivery period extends to accommodate option quantity increases; minimum 30 days for added delivery time.
• Payment terms: Not specified in data; bidders must await detailed terms in the contract.
• Sample obligation: 5 advance samples at contract award; samples supplied by bidder at no cost unless otherwise specified; modification cycles defined by buyer feedback.
• Contract risk management: If samples deviate majorly, buyer may require new samples or terminate contract; bulk supply must align with approved sample specifications.