Indian Army Z9 6140-005207, Battery Secondary Portable Lithium Tender 2026

Tender Overview

The procurement is for the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs, categorized as Z9 6140-005207, Battery Secondary Portable Lithium. The scope specifies only the supply of goods with an EMD of ₹34,500. Post-receipt inspection will be conducted by the Station Board of Officer; pre-dispatch inspection is not mandated. Advance sample approval is required within 10 days of award, with a 7-day window for modification feedback. If bulk delivery delays occur due to sample approval, the delivery period may be reset without liquidated damages. The bidder must consider FDR-based EMD or PBG options as outlined in the terms. This tender emphasizes strict conformance to approved samples and clear financial security via FDR or PBG.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Sample approval process: advance sample to be submitted within 10 days of award; buyer to provide modification details within 7 days; bulk supply to follow only after approval.
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection at consignee site by the Station Board of Officer; pre-dispatch inspection not automatically required.
• EMD/PBG: bidder may submit EMD via Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) payable to The Commandant 11 FOD; FDR endorsement and hard copy submission within 5 days of bid end date; performance security may be provided as FDR or PBG per GeM terms.
• Scope: strictly the supply of goods; no installation or services included.
• BOQ: no items listed; indicates a single product category without quantity data.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹34,500 via FDR or acceptable GeM formats; specify submission and release process.
• Payment terms: not explicitly stated; references to advance sample implications on delivery timeline and no LD for buyer delays in sample approval.
• Delivery: conditional on advance sample approval; final delivery timelines to be fixed if delays occur.
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection by the Station Board of Officer; no pre-dispatch inspection unless ATC specifies.
• Documentation: submission of FDR proof, sample submission within 10 days, and hardcopy delivery within 5 days post bid end/date; OEM authorization may be required per terms.
• Penalties: LD details and termination rights are contingent on sample conformity and contract deviations.
• Warranty/AMC: not specified; requires clarification from buyer before bid submission.
• Eligibility: bidders must be able to supply goods with demonstrated capabilities for high-integrity lithium battery products; ensure compliance with regulatory approvals for lithium primary/secondary cells.