Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited Steel Round Rods & Bars Tender India 2026 with 38XC GOST 4543-71 and IS:5517-78 Standards

Tender Overview

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited invites bids for procurement of multiple steel round bars and forgings, including diameters from 20 mm to 100 mm, conforming to various national and international specifications (e.g., 38XC GOST 4543-71, IS: 5517-78, EN24/BS970). The scope includes alternative materials (e.g., EN19, EN24) and multiple grade references (e.g., 40NI2CR1MO28, 40CR1, 42CR4MO2). Acknowledging catalog nomenclature accuracy is critical; misnomenclature may lead to disqualification. The buyer reserves option rights to increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract award and during currency, with delivery timelines anchored to the last delivery date. The procurement requires consignments to pass material test certificates (MTC) from government-approved/NABL labs, Pre-Inspection, and Warranty documentation, with inspection by GM/MPF representatives. The tender emphasizes GST accuracy and supplier responsiveness to clarifications. This tender is structured to ensure stringent quality, traceability, and catalog correctness for defense material. The procurement location is not explicitly stated in the data, but the organization aligns with national defense production objectives. A notable differentiator is the rigorous inspection and documentation regime, including bank guarantees for EMD/MSD formats and formal acceptance testing.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes steel rounds and bars with diameters: 20 mm, 30 mm, 35 mm, 45 mm, 40 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm and corresponding grades or alternate materials (e.g., 38XC GOST 4543-71, EN24/BS 970 equivalents).
• Materials/standards referenced: IS: 5517-78, GOST 4543-71, BS 970 family, EN19, EN24, 40Ni2Cr1Mo28 or 40Ni6Cr4Mo3 as alternate materials.
• Quality/Testing: material test certificates from Govt. approved/NABL accredited labs; Pre-Inspection report; Guarantee/Warranty certificate; inspection by GM/MPF.
• Delivery/Acceptance: option to extend delivery; delivery schedule based on last order date; inspection before dispatch.
• Documentation: GST clarity; proper nomenclature in catalogues; submit MSME, financials, experience documents; respond to clarifications promptly.
• OEM/Brand: no explicit brand restricted but catalog accuracy is mandatory; GST compliance required.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/MSD formats: bank guarantee formats attached for PSD EMD and MSD.
• Quantity flexibility: up to 25% variation during contract based on option clause.
• Delivery timeline: calculated extension formula, minimum 30 days; extension up to original delivery period.
• Inspection: conducted by nominated agency; pre-dispatch inspection.
• Documents required: MTC, Pre-Inspection report, Warranty, GST/DOCs, experience certificates, financials, OEM authorizations where applicable.
• Nomenclature accuracy: exact item naming in catalogue essential; mislabeling may lead to rejection.
• GST: correct GST and cess application must be shown during bid.
• Clarifications: timely responses to bid clarifications mandatory to avoid disqualification.