Indian Air Force VRLA Battery Tender Barmer Rajasthan IS 15549 2026
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Key Highlights
- • IS 15549 compliance required for VRLA batteries
- • 48-month warranty with 42-month usable life from delivery
- • Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) VRLA battery technology
- • Barmer, Rajasthan location; defense procurement by Indian Air Force
- • No BOQ items or quantities provided in tender data
- • OEM authorization and IS 15549 certification likely mandatory
- • Special ATC terms emphasize lifecycle and reliability for defense use
Tender Overview
Organization: Indian Air Force (Department of Military Affairs) seeking Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) VRLA lead-acid batteries for Barmer, Rajasthan 344001. Category specifies Stationary VRLA Batteries conforming to IS 15549. Tender scope notes a 48-month warranty, with a usable life of 42 months from delivery. No BOQ items listed; no total quantity disclosed. This procurement targets reliable, long-life backup power storage from OEMs with IS 15549 compliance and SMF design, suitable for air force support operations in Rajasthan.
Location & Scope: Barmer, Rajasthan, with selection limited to VRLA battery solutions meeting the IS 15549 standard. Emphasis on maintenance-free operation and long-term resilience in desert climate conditions. The absence of a BOQ implies bidders should propose complete battery solutions that satisfy the stated warranty and life expectations.
Key Differentiator: Compliance with IS 15549 (Q3) and VRLA technology paired with a 48-month warranty and 42-month usable life from delivery. The ATC terms require sealed maintenance-free construction, aligning with aerospace-utility use-cases where reliability and lifecycle costs are critical.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
Product type: Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) VRLA lead-acid battery
Warranty: 48 months total; usable life of 42 months from date of delivery
Standard: IS 15549 compliant
Delivery context: Telecommunications/defense use; no explicit BOQ quantities provided
Quality focus: OEM-grade, long-life cycles, suitable for standby power in air force infrastructure
Additional notes: No other technical specifications are specified in the data; bidders should confirm capacity, voltage, cycle life, charging regime, climate suitability, and certification with the procuring authority.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- ATC clause: SMF VRLA lead-acid battery with IS 15549 compliance
- Warranty/AMCs: 48-month warranty; usable life 42 months post-delivery
- Tender context: Barmer, Rajasthan defense procurement; no explicit EMD value disclosed
- Submission posture: Bidder to demonstrate OEM authorization and compliance with IS 15549 requirements
- Delivery expectations: Not specified beyond usable life term; confirm delivery schedule with IAF
Key Specifications
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Product: Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) VRLA lead-acid battery
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Standard: IS 15549 compliant
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Warranty: 48 months total; usable life 42 months from delivery
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Service category: Stationary battery for defense infrastructure
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Delivery location: Barmer, Rajasthan (344001)
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No explicit capacity/voltage/quantity listed; requires bidder to propose compliant solution
Terms & Conditions
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IS 15549 compliance is mandatory for all submitted batteries
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48-month warranty with 42-month usable life from delivery
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Delivery and payment terms to be finalized per ATC and OEM authorization
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EMD, GST, PAN, and technical documents required for bid submission
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Details not provided; bidders should anticipate standard government terms and confirm with IAF during bid submission
Delivery Schedule
No explicit deadlines in data; bidders must seek delivery timelines aligned with 42-month usable life post-delivery
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in data; expect standard LD provisions in final ATC against delivery and performance
Bidder Eligibility
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Demonstrated experience supplying VRLA batteries to defense or critical infrastructure projects
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IS 15549 compliance certification and OEM authorization
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Financial capability to support procurement and warranty obligations
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
41
Category
Stationary Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (V3) Conforming To IS 15549
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
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
Warranty Period
48 months
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
Stationary Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (V3) Conforming To IS 15549 (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Barmer
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Barmer | Barmer | - | - | 26 | 15 | - |
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates showing prior VRLA battery supply (defense/critical infrastructure preferred)
Financial statements demonstrating stability
EMD/Security deposit documentation (amount not disclosed in data; bidders should prepare as per ATC guidance)
Technical bid documents demonstrating IS 15549 compliance and VRLA battery specifications
OEM authorization/authorization letter from battery manufacturer
Manufacturing/Quality certifications relevant to SMF VRLA batteries
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about RAJASTHAN tender market
How to bid for Barmer VRLA battery tender with IS 15549 compliance
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD documents, and OEM authorization, plus technical proof of IS 15549 compliance. The procurement seeks SMF VRLA batteries with a 48-month warranty and 42-month usable life from delivery. Prepare OEM support letters and ensure delivery readiness for Barmer, Rajasthan.
What documents are required for IAF VRLA battery procurement in Rajasthan
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates in defense-grade battery supply, financial statements, EMD documentation, OEM authorization, and technical bid detailing IS 15549 conformity, battery capacity, voltage, cycle life, and warranty terms relevant to Barmer deployment.
What are the technical specs for IS 15549 VRLA batteries in this tender
Exact capacity/voltage are not listed; bidders must propose a SMF VRLA battery meeting IS 15549 standard and provide OEM documentation. Key specs to confirm: capacity in Ah, voltage, cycle life, temperature tolerance, warranty duration, and compliance testing results with IS 15549.
When is the delivery window for Barmer VRLA batteries to IAF
The tender specifies a 42-month usable life from delivery but does not define a fixed delivery date. Bidders should propose a delivery plan aligned with the usable-life timeline and coordinate with IAF for acceptance testing, installation, and handover in Barmer, Rajasthan.
What does 48-month warranty imply for VRLA batteries in this bid
The warranty covers performance and defects for 48 months; however, usable life is 42 months from delivery. Bidders must provide service support, replacement, or repair during the warranty period and ensure warranty terms are clearly documented in the technical bid.
What is required for OEM authorization in Barmer VRLA bid
Bidders must supply OEM authorization Letters confirming manufacturing rights to supply VRLA SMF batteries meeting IS 15549. Include proof of OEM support, service, and access to spares, plus technical datasheets and conformity certificates for the Barmer deployment.