Indian Air Force Shoe Polish Tender Darjeeling West Bengal IS 1746 Q4 2026
Bid Publish Date
13-Oct-2026, 6:08 pm
Bid End Date
16-Oct-2026, 9:00 am
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for the supply of Shoe Polish, Paste (V2) conforming to IS 1746 (Q4), intended for use across accommodations and stations in DARJEELING, WEST BENGAL (734001). Scope is limited to the supply of goods, with no installation or after-sales service. The tender emphasizes products that are not obsolete and must have at least 1 year residual market life. Acceptable brands include CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC WAX POLISH and KIWI or equivalent, packaged in 70g units. The procurement is limited to a non-OBL bid, focusing on genuine quality and OEM-approved formulations. Unique aspects include brand-specific packaging and IS 1746 compliance, aimed at uniformity across IAF inventory.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Shoe polish paste (V2) conforming to IS 1746 (Q4)
- Packaging: 70g per unit
- Acceptable brands: CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC WAX POLISH, KIWI, or equivalent
- Quality expectations: genuine quality, non-obsolete with minimum 1 year residual market life as per OEM
- Delivery terms: supply of goods only; no service component
- Compliance: IS 1746 standard alignment; brand authenticity asserted via BID ACEPTANCE CERTIFICATE
- Documentation: bidders must demonstrate non-liquidation status and provide undertakings
- Totals: BOQ shows no items; procurement relies on unit-level supply
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD details not specified in the data; bidders must comply with standard safeguards including bid acceptance certificate
- Eligibility: bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; provide undertaking
- Payment: not specified; typical government terms to be observed
- Brand and quality: items must be genuine, as per attached technical specifications
- Scope: only supply of goods; no installation or maintenance
- ATC clauses require adherence to specified brands and packaging
- Compliance: ensure IS 1746 (Q4) conformity andOEM authenticity
Key Specifications
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- Product: Shoe polish paste (V2) conforming to IS 1746 (Q4)
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- Packaging: 70g per unit
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- Brand options: CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC WAX POLISH, KIWI, or equivalent
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- Quality requirement: genuine quality, not obsolete, minimum 1 year residual market life
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- Delivery scope: supply of goods only (no service/installation)
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- Certification: IS 1746 compliance asserted in bid
Terms & Conditions
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Important EMD and non-liquidation eligibility requirements
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Brand-specific packaging and IS 1746 (Q4) conformity
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Supply-only scope with 70g packaging
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not explicitly stated; bidders should anticipate standard government terms (to be confirmed in RFP) and ensure timely submission of bids with necessary financial documents.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery timeline not specified; bids should confirm unit-level supply readiness and warehousing arrangements as part of commercial submission.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
No explicit LD details provided; bidders should refer to standard IAF procurement penalties in the accompanying tender documents.
Bidder Eligibility
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Not under liquidation, court receivership, or bankruptcy
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Provide undertaking confirming financial solvency
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Demonstrate capability to supply 70g shoe polish units meeting IS 1746 (Q4) and OEM authenticity
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
5000
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
30 %
Experience Required
1 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Shoe Polish, Paste (V2) conforming to IS 1746 (Q4)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
DARJEELING
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | DARJEELING | DARJEELING | - | - | 5000 | 15 | - |
Authority Records
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-10030393.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
3
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for similar supply
Financial statements (last 2-3 years)
EMD submission proof
Technical bid documents detailing product conformity to IS 1746
OEM authorization or dealership certificate
Bid Acceptance Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about WEST BENGAL tender market
How to bid for IS 1746 shoe polish tender in Darjeeling 2026
Bidders should prepare GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD proof, and OEM authorization. Ensure product conforms to IS 1746 (Q4) and is non-obsolete with at least 1 year market life. Include BID ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE and confirm 70g packaging with CHERRY BLOSSOM or KIWI substitutes.
What documents are required for IAF shoe polish procurement in West Bengal
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, last 3 years financial statements, experience certificates for similar supply, EMD proof, technical bid detailing IS 1746 compliance, OEM authorization, and the Bid Acceptance Certificate. Ensure non-liquidation undertakings are provided.
Which brands are acceptable for the IAF polish supply tender in Darjeeling
Acceptable brands include CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC WAX POLISH and KIWI, or equivalent approved by IAF, in 70g packaging. Ensure the product is genuine, not end-of-life, and compliant with IS 1746 (Q4).
What are the packaging specifications for the shoe polish tender
Packing must be 70g per unit with authentic branding. Supplier must certify packaging integrity and avoid end-of-life products. Bidder should confirm packaging consistency across shipments to meet uniform IAF inventory standards.
What is the expected scope of supply for this tender in West Bengal
Scope is strictly supply of goods only, no installation or service components. Bids should include all cost components as part of the bid price and confirm current stock availability and delivery readiness for immediate dispatch.
What is required to prove non-liquidation status for bidders
Provide an undertaking confirming no liquidation, court receivership, or bankruptcy. Include supporting financial statements and a compliance declaration as part of the bid submission, along with standard corporate details.
When will delivery and payment terms be finalized for this tender
Delivery timelines and payment terms are not explicitly stated; bidders should await the formal RFP. Prepare to negotiate standard government terms, with confirmation of delivery schedule and payment schedule (e.g., 30-90 days post-delivery) in the final contract.
What standards must the polish meet for IAF procurement in 2026
Polish must conform to IS 1746 (Q4) as the stated standard. Bidders must provide evidence of IS 1746 compliance, authentic branding, and OEM authorization to ensure conformity with IAF quality expectations.