Indian Air Force Protective Socks Tender Jodhpur Rajasthan IS 2187 Q3 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for protective socks or hosiery as per IS 2187 (Q3) to be supplied to JODHPUR, RAJASTHAN 342001. The procurement emphasizes IS 2187 Q3 category hosiery with specified size, colour, and yarn blend. Key differentiators include mandatory NABL/ILAC accredited test conformity, Wool Marking compliance, and requirement to provide advance samples prior to bulk manufacture. The contract scope covers supply of goods only, with bidder responsibilities including sample submission within 5 days of award and alignment to approved specifications to avoid LDs for delays caused by sample approval. Bidders must prepare standard documents (PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate) as part of vendor code creation.

• Location and organization: Indian Air Force in Jodhpur, Rajasthan for protective socks/hosiery per IS 2187 (Q3).
• Key differentiators: advance sample approval, Wool Marking, NABL/ILAC test report, and adherence to contract-specified sample-based modification cycles.
• Estimated value and ranges are not disclosed; the emphasis is on compliance, sample approvals, and supply of goods only.
• Unique aspects: explicit sample-based progression before bulk supply; potential sample-related delivery adjustments if approvals lag.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Protective socks or hosiery with governing standard IS 2187 (Q3).
• Requirement categories: Size (exact mass per 10 pairs in grams), Colour, Material (yarn blend composition), and Certification (Wool Marking).
• Quality controls: NABL/ILAC accredited or Central Government Lab test report proving conformity; advance sample submission and buyer approval before bulk manufacturing.
• Documentation: willingness to provide advance samples within 5 days of award; ensure bulk supply matches approved sample; if deviations found, buyer may request fresh samples or terminate contract; samples required for testing to be supplied free of cost by contractor.
• Additional documents: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate for vendor code creation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD details: not specified in data; bidders should prepare standard EMD as per doors terms (not disclosed).
• Delivery: bulk supply to commence post-approval of advance sample; if buyer delays in approval, delivery timeline may be adjusted without LD.
• Payment terms: not specified; scope is restricted to supply of goods only; vendor must comply with standard IAF procurement payment practices.
• Eligibility: provide samples, NABL/ILAC testing capability, Wool Marking compliance, and advance sample approval readiness; submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate.
• Documents: mandatory submission includes GST certificate, PAN card, bank details, and sample readiness for testing.