Indian Army Front & Rear Suspension Components Tender 2026 Rajasthan-style Procurement, ISOs & OEM Compliance

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a bundle of mobility suspension components including Front Heavy shock absorber, Rear Heavy shock absorber, Heavy duty front spring, Heavy duty rear spring, and Suspension mounting bush. The scope is limited to the supply of goods with potential quantity variations up to 25% of bid quantity and extended delivery timing based on the formula provided, ensuring alignment with original delivery periods. Key compliance areas include OEM/IS standards, GST handling, and financial health criteria. The buyer emphasizes supply integrity, post-bid documentation, and the ability to scale orders within contract life. Bidders should prepare for an adaptable order quantity, ensuring readiness to fulfill expanded requirements at contracted rates and within stipulated delivery windows.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: Front heavy shock absorber, Rear heavy shock absorber, Heavy duty front spring, Heavy duty rear spring, Suspension mounting bush.
• No explicit technical specs provided; bidders must rely on standard army automotive suspension components and ensure compatibility with Indian Army platforms.
• Key compliance expectations include: ISO certification and the possibility of ISI-brand alignment where applicable; for imported items, ensure an Indian registered office for after-sales support per OEM requirements.
• Documentation prerequisites emphasize PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate; turnover verification through audited statements or CA/Cost Accountant certificates covering last three financial years.
• The scope is strictly supply of goods; no service component indicated at this stage.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financial prerequisites are implicit; bidders must demonstrate minimum average annual turnover for the last three financial years as specified in the bid document.
• The option clause allows a 25% quantity variation during contract execution with a defined delivery-time calculation and a minimum 30 days extension rule.
• Bidders must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; provide a formal undertaking.
• For imported items, OEM authorization and registered Indian after-sales support are mandatory; non-compliance risks rejection. GST responsibility rests with bidders; reimbursement aligns to actuals or prevailing rate, whichever lower, capped to quoted GST.
• Mandatory certificates and documents must be uploaded to validate eligibility; lack of required certifications leads to rejection.