Indian Air Force ISOPLEX TOPAS NB52 GREASE Tender 2026 India – Government Procurement, OEM Turnover, Service Centre Requirements

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for ISOPLEX TOPAS NB52 GREASE, a specialized lubricant category. Bid scope includes supply of NB52 GREASE with OEM responsibility for support, subject to turnover, shelf-life, and service-center criteria. Estimated value and EMD are not disclosed in the available data. The procurement emphasizes product lifecycle viability, ensuring at least 7 years residual market life, and a dedicated service footprint within consignees' locations. Unique considerations include OEM turnover verification and carrying out regular supply to Central/State Govt entities. Bidders should present evidence of non-liquidation status and sustained market presence to qualify.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: ISOPLEX TOPAS NB52 GREASE
• Shelf life requirement: minimum 2 years total; at least 1 year usable shelf life on supply date
• Experience: supplier or OEM must have 3+ years supplying similar category products to government bodies; copies of relevant contracts to be attached
• Turnover: bidder and OEM must meet minimum average annual turnover criteria over the last 3 finished financial years; documentation via audited statements or CA certificate
• Service capability: functional service centre in each state of consignees for carry-in warranty; carry-in not expected for on-site warranty
• Obsolescence check: product not to be declared end-of-life by OEM within remaining market life
• Obvious data gaps: exact EMD amount, end date of tender, and location specifics

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: amount not disclosed in available data
• Liquidation status: bidder must attest not to be under liquidation or receivership
• Obsolescence commitment: product must have at least 7 years residual market life
• 3-year performance criterion: bidder or OEM must have supplied similar products to govt entities for 3 years prior to bid opening; primary product value must meet criterion in bunch bids
• Shelf life compliance: minimum 2-year shelf life; min 1-year usable shelf life at supply
• Turnover proof: bidder and OEM must provide audited balance sheets or CA certificate indicating turnover for last 3 years; ocean-of-date considerations apply if entity is under 3 years old
• Service coverage: state-wise functional service centers required for carry-in warranty; on-site warranty excludes this requirement
• Delivery, payment, and warranty terms: not fully specified in data provided; bidders should seek clarification on timelines and payment mechanics