Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Medicines Tender 2026 - BBQR Compliance, Shelf-Life Rules and Indigenous Drugs
Bid Publish Date
06-Oct-2026, 10:58 am
Bid End Date
20-Oct-2026, 11:00 am
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Brand/OEM requirements explicitly demand OEM Authorization Certificates and OEM Annual Turnover documentation.
- • BBQR Specification compliance is mandatory; brochure and compliance documents must be uploaded to the specified portal path.
- • Shelf-life policy differentiates Indigenous drugs (5/6 of shelf life remaining) from foreign products (2/3 remaining).
- • Stock replacement obligation: replace unconsumed stock before 3 months of expiry; defective stock replacement within shelf life.
- • Delivery/quantity option: up to 50% increase/decrease in quantity with corresponding delivery period adjustments.
- • Fund code reference: 421/01; compliance with CFA/BBQR terms is required for acceptance.
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, issues a medicines tender in 2026 covering 23 items including prescription tablets, injectable steroids, and transdermal Rivastigmine patches. The tender emphasizes BBQR compliance, mandatory shelf-life rules, and adherence to Indigenous drug shelf-life provisions versus foreign products. The tender requires uploading a comprehensive brochure and BBQR compliance documents, plus OEM authorizations and experience documentation. A key differentiator is the explicit shelf-life requirement: indigenous drugs must retain 5/6 of shelf life, foreign products 2/3. The packing, stock replacement rules, and stock warranty are clearly defined. The project scope includes adherence to fund code head 421/01 and strict compliance with the BBQR specification. The procurement context centers on secure supply through CFA oversight and timely supply, with the Technical Evaluation Committee’s decision being final.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- BBQR schedules and compliance must be uploaded under “Compliance of BBQR specification and supporting documents.”
- All items must align with BBQR specifications; non-compliance may lead to bid rejection.
- Shelf-life rules: Indigenous drugs – 5/6 of shelf life remaining at supply; Foreign products – 2/3 remaining.
- Replace unconsumed stock before 3 months of expiry; replace stock found defective within shelf life.
- Do not quote health supplements unless specifically requested; strictly quote only listed medicines and patches.
- Required documents: MII, Experience Criteria, Past Performance, Bidder Turnover, OEM Authorization, OEM Annual Turnover.
- Deliver brochures before bid opening; incl. address for submission to OIC GeM (Med), Command Hospital (EC), Alipore, Kolkata.
- Acceptance discretionary per CFA/BBQR terms; BBQR compliance is mandatory.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option clause allows quantity variation up to ±50% at contract, with proportional delivery extension rules.
- Indigenous drugs shelf-life policy applies; stock replacement and shelf-life verification are mandatory.
- Annexed BBQR specifications govern item acceptance and performance; non-conformance may trigger rejection.
- Delivery, inspection, and final acceptance are per BBQR terms and CFA discretion.
- Documents to submit: GST, PAN, OEM authorizations, financial statements, experience certificates, past performance, and MII documentation.
- The Technical Evaluation Committee’s decision is final and binding for all bidders.
Key Specifications
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BBQR schedule compliance for all 23 items
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Shelf-life policy: Indigenous 5/6 remaining; foreign 2/3 remaining
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Stock replacement: replace unconsumed stock before expiry (3 months)
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Defective stock replacement: within shelf life
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Health supplements not permitted unless specifically requested
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OEM authorizations and annual turnover required
Terms & Conditions
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Delivery variation up to 50% with proportional time extension
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Mandatory BBQR compliance and brochure submission
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Shelf-life rules and stock replacement obligations
Important Clauses
Delivery & Quantity Variation
Option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 50% with calculated extension time per formula; minimum 30 days; extension may apply during currency of contract.
Shelf-Life Acceptance
Indigenous drugs: 5/6 shelf life remaining at supply; foreign products: 2/3 remaining; CFA discretionary in case of shorter shelf life.
Documentation & Compliance
Submission of BBQR brochures, OEM authorizations, MII certificates, and turnover/experience proofs; non-compliance may lead to bid rejection.
Bidder Eligibility
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Proven experience in supplying pharmaceutical products to government or military entities
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Valid GST registration and PAN
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Evidence of OEM authorization and annual turnover meeting tender thresholds
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
118666
Category
Promethazine HCl 25 mg Tab
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Item wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
20 %
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Promethazine HCl 25 mg Tab , Donepezil 5 mg Tab , Lamotrigine 25 mg Tab , Lamotrigine 50 mg Tab , Baclofen 10 mg Tab , Baclofen XL 30mg tab , Tab Amitriptyline 25 mg , Amitriptyline 10 mg Tab , Trihexyphenidyl HCl 2 mg Tab , Tab Topiramate 50 mg , Clonidine 100 mcg Tab , Tab Levosulpride 25mg , Clonazepam 0.5 mg Tab , Tab Clonazepam 0.25mg , Tab Clonazepam 1 mg , Clonazepam 2 mg Tab , Doxepin 25 mg Cap , Doxepin HCl 75 mg Cap , Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride ER 36 mg Tab , Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride ER 18 mg Tab , Rivastigmine 5 sq cm, Patch delivering 4.6mg per 24hr Transdermal patch, Pack of 30 patches , Rivastigmine 9.5 mg per 24 hrs transdermal patch 10 sq cm Pack of 30 patches , Methyl Prednisolone Sodium Succinate 1000 mg Inj
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
6
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Kolkata
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Kolkata | Kolkata | - | - | 6000 | 30 | - |
Authority Records
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9934968.pdf
Main Document
BOQ Document
BOQ
BOQ Document
BOQ
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
23 Items Sign in to view GEM price trends Sign in for GEM prices
Promethazine HCl 25 mg Tab
Promethazine HCl 25 mg Tab
Donepezil 5 mg Tab
Donepezil 5 mg Tab
Lamotrigine 25 mg Tab
Lamotrigine 25 mg Tab
Lamotrigine 50 mg Tab
Lamotrigine 50 mg Tab
Baclofen 10 mg Tab
Baclofen 10 mg Tab
Baclofen XL 30mg tab
Baclofen XL 30mg tab
Tab Amitriptyline 25 mg
Tab Amitriptyline 25 mg
Amitriptyline 10 mg Tab
Amitriptyline 10 mg Tab
Trihexyphenidyl HCl 2 mg Tab
Trihexyphenidyl HCl 2 mg Tab
Tab Topiramate 50 mg
Tab Topiramate 50 mg
Clonidine 100 mcg Tab
Clonidine 100 mcg Tab
Tab Levosulpride 25mg
Tab Levosulpride 25mg
Clonazepam 0.5 mg Tab
Clonazepam 0.5 mg Tab
Tab Clonazepam 0.25mg
Tab Clonazepam 0.25mg
Tab Clonazepam 1 mg
Tab Clonazepam 1 mg
Clonazepam 2 mg Tab
Clonazepam 2 mg Tab
Doxepin 25 mg Cap
Doxepin 25 mg Cap
Doxepin HCl 75 mg Cap
Doxepin HCl 75 mg Cap
Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride ER 36 mg Tab
Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride (ER) 36 mg Tab
Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride ER 18 mg Tab
Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride (ER) 18 mg Tab
Rivastigmine 5 sq cm, Patch delivering 4.6mg per 24hr Transdermal patch, Pack of 30 patches
Rivastigmine 5 sq cm, Patch delivering 4.6mg/24hr Transdermal patch, Pack of 30 patches
Rivastigmine 9.5 mg per 24 hrs transdermal patch 10 sq cm Pack of 30 patches
Rivastigmine 9.5 mg/24 hrs transdermal patch 10 sq cm Pack of 30 patches
Methyl Prednisolone Sodium Succinate 1000 mg Inj
Methyl Prednisolone Sodium Succinate 1000 mg Inj
| Item # | Title | Description | Quantity | Unit | Consignee | Delivery (Days) | Price Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Promethazine HCl 25 mg Tab | Promethazine HCl 25 mg Tab | 6,000 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 2 | Donepezil 5 mg Tab | Donepezil 5 mg Tab | 3,000 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 3 | Lamotrigine 25 mg Tab | Lamotrigine 25 mg Tab | 3,000 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 4 | Lamotrigine 50 mg Tab | Lamotrigine 50 mg Tab | 4,200 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 5 | Baclofen 10 mg Tab | Baclofen 10 mg Tab | 14,000 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 6 | Baclofen XL 30mg tab | Baclofen XL 30mg tab | 18,300 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 7 | Tab Amitriptyline 25 mg | Tab Amitriptyline 25 mg | 11,200 | tab | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 8 | Amitriptyline 10 mg Tab | Amitriptyline 10 mg Tab | 1,500 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 9 | Trihexyphenidyl HCl 2 mg Tab | Trihexyphenidyl HCl 2 mg Tab | 17,600 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 10 | Tab Topiramate 50 mg | Tab Topiramate 50 mg | 3,000 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 11 | Clonidine 100 mcg Tab | Clonidine 100 mcg Tab | 400 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 12 | Tab Levosulpride 25mg | Tab Levosulpride 25mg | 3,000 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 13 | Clonazepam 0.5 mg Tab | Clonazepam 0.5 mg Tab | 11,800 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 14 | Tab Clonazepam 0.25mg | Tab Clonazepam 0.25mg | 2,800 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 15 | Tab Clonazepam 1 mg | Tab Clonazepam 1 mg | 2,900 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 16 | Clonazepam 2 mg Tab | Clonazepam 2 mg Tab | 2,400 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 17 | Doxepin 25 mg Cap | Doxepin 25 mg Cap | 3,300 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 18 | Doxepin HCl 75 mg Cap | Doxepin HCl 75 mg Cap | 7,200 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 19 | Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride ER 36 mg Tab | Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride (ER) 36 mg Tab | 600 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 20 | Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride ER 18 mg Tab | Methyl Phenidate Hydrochloride (ER) 18 mg Tab | 1,800 | no | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 21 | Rivastigmine 5 sq cm, Patch delivering 4.6mg per 24hr Transdermal patch, Pack of 30 patches | Rivastigmine 5 sq cm, Patch delivering 4.6mg/24hr Transdermal patch, Pack of 30 patches | 6 | pack | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 22 | Rivastigmine 9.5 mg per 24 hrs transdermal patch 10 sq cm Pack of 30 patches | Rivastigmine 9.5 mg/24 hrs transdermal patch 10 sq cm Pack of 30 patches | 60 | pkt | consignee2dglp | 30 | |
| 23 | Methyl Prednisolone Sodium Succinate 1000 mg Inj | Methyl Prednisolone Sodium Succinate 1000 mg Inj | 600 | vial | consignee2dglp | 30 |
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for similar supply contracts
Past performance records
Bidder turnover statements
OEM Authorization Certificate
OEM annual turnover documentation
MII (Manufacturer’s Importer Instrument) documents
BBQR compliance brochure and schedules
Technical bid documents and product brochures
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about WEST BENGAL tender market
How to bid for Indian Army medicines tender 2026 in India with BBQR compliance?
To bid, ensure BBQR-compliant schedules are uploaded, provide OEM authorization and MII documents, and attach turnover and experience proofs. Indigenous drugs must meet the 5/6 shelf life rule; foreign products must have 2/3 shelf life. Include a comprehensive brochure and the required dealer documents by submission deadlines.
What documents are required for the Indian Army medicines procurement in 2026?
Submit GST certificate, PAN, OEM Authorization Certificate, OEM annual turnover, MII documents, experience certificates, past performance records, bidder turnover, and the BBQR compliance brochure. Include the technical bid and product brochures as applicable.
What shelf-life rules apply to indigenous vs foreign medicines in this tender?
Indigenous drugs must retain 5/6 of shelf life at supply, while foreign products must retain 2/3. CFA discretion may adjust acceptance if shelf-life criteria are not met. Stock replacement before expiry (3 months) is mandatory.
What is the delivery extension policy for quantity variations in this tender?
The purchaser may vary quantities by up to ±50% with a delivery extension calculated as (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. If original period is under 30 days, extension equals original period.
Which organization accepts the bid documents for this Indian Army procurement?
Bid documents must be submitted to the GeM framework under OIC GeM (Med), Command Hospital (EC), Alipore, Kolkata, with the BBQR brochure uploaded under the specified compliance section.
What are the key compliance requirements for OEMs in this tender?
OEMs must provide Authorization Certificates and demonstrate annual turnover. In addition, bidders must supply MII documentation and ensure all items conform to BBQR schedules and Indigenous/foreign shelf-life criteria.
What items are covered under the 23 tendered medicines and patches?
The 23 items include antibiotics, antidepressants, anti-Parkinson/Alzheimer patches (Rivastigmine 5 sq cm and 10 sq cm patches), various benzodiazepines, antipsychotics, anticonvulsants, and a 1000 mg injectable methylprednisolone sodium succinate, all subject to BBQR compliance.
When will the bidder evaluation be concluded for this procurement?
The Technical Evaluation Committee will make the final and binding decision after evaluating BBQR compliance, OEM/authentications, experience, and turnover. No offline representations are entertained; the process follows GeM rules and CFA terms.