Indian Army VRLA Batteries Tender Patiala Punjab IS 15549 (Q3) 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, located in Patiala, Punjab invites bids for Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries conforming to IS 15549 (Q3). The procurement is for supply-only of goods, with an EMD of ₹29,350 and a 3-year warranty from final acceptance or after commissioning. The vendor must provide OEM-supported after-sales service with a dedicated support line and establish service centers in India. ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM is required. The scope emphasizes compliance, packaging integrity, and reliable delivery within the contract framework. Unique terms include a 25% quantity adjustment option and demurrage penalties for non-lifted items, ensuring supply chain resilience for defence deployments.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/category: Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (VRLA) conforming to IS 15549 (Q3) as the procurement category.
• Standards/certifications: ISO 9001 (bidder or OEM); OEM warranties to be submitted at delivery; installation/commissioning training and maintenance capability must be established in India.
• Warranty & after-sales: 3 years warranty from acceptance or post-installation testing; dedicated service centers near consignee locations; toll-free support for service.
• Delivery/packing: Items delivered in original packing; demurrage at 0.5% of contract value per day if not lifted within 48 hours; destruction after 1 month with no claim.
• Financials & scope: EMD ₹29,350; scope is strictly supply of goods with no additional services bundled; option clause allows up to ±25% quantity variation at contracted rates.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹29,350 (paid as per tender guidelines).
• Delivery terms: Quantity adjustments allowed up to 25%; extended delivery period calculated with minimum 30 days.
• Experience/quality: ISO 9001 certification; robust after-sales network with trained personnel; OEM authorization and technical bid documents required.
• Warranty/penalties: 3-year warranty; demurrage charges for non-lifted goods; penalties no more than defined in terms and conditions.
• Documentation: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD document, OEM authorization, and technical compliance certificates.