Indian Army NAILS, WASHER SPRING SINGLE COIL, PLYWOOD & GASKET Procurement Bidding 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for a diverse range of consumable/industrial items including NAILS, WASHER SPRING SINGLE COIL, PLYWOOD, OIL SEAL, GASKET and MATTING RUBBER CORRUGATED. Estimated value around ₹27,426 with scope limited to supply of Goods. Location details are not specified in the notice. Unique aspects include a flexible quantity clause (up to 25% increase/decrease) and mandatory pre-bid sample/interaction. The procurement emphasizes conformity to approved designs and timely delivery, under which suppliers must align with option-based delivery extensions and drawing approvals as per buyer feedback. The awarding authority reserves rights to adjust quantities and enforce drawing approvals prior to fabrication. This tender targets established vendors capable of rapid supply completion and strict adherence to buyer-approved drawings. Key differentiator is the combination of mechanical/industrial items under a single supply contract and the requirement to coordinate detailed design drawings within a 5-day window post-award.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Items to be supplied: NAILS, WASHER SPRING SINGLE COIL, PLYWOOD, OIL SEAL, GASKET, MATTING RUBBER CORRUGATED; total of 8 BOQ items with unspecified quantities.
• No explicit technical specs listed in the tender; emphasis on supply as per buyer-approved drawings and scope of supply covering all cost components.
• Key process requirements include a 5-day window to submit Detailed Design Drawings for buyer approval, with modification lists provided within 5 days if not approved.
• The contract contemplates a standard delivery timeline linked to the original delivery order and potential extension proportional to quantity changes, subject to a minimum of 30 days.
• Turnover criterion requires the bidder’s average annual turnover over the last three financial years to meet the level defined in the bid document; audited balances or CA/Cost Accountant certificates are acceptable proof.
• No explicit BIS/ISI/ISO standards are stated; compliance will be evaluated in the bid document and approved drawings.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery terms permit up to 25% quantity variation from bid quantity during contract and currency, with delivery extension formula, minimum 30 days.
• Post-award requirement to obtain Detailed Design Drawings approved by buyer before fabrication; drawing approval or modification list due within 5 days of award.
• Scope of supply is limited to the Goods themselves; no services included in bid price.
• Turnover requirement: bidder must demonstrate minimum average annual turnover for the preceding three financial years as per bid document; support via audited balances or CA/Cost Accountant certificates.
• Pre-bid interaction/sampling required: one sample and pre-bid interaction before technical bid opening.
• All terms emphasise adherence to buyer-specified delivery schedules and approval processes; non-compliance may affect bid evaluation.