Indian Army AXIS STUDY FRAME Tender 2026 Defense Procurement—Sample Dispatch, Demurrage Terms, GST PAN

Tender Overview

The tender is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for the procurement category AXIS STUDY FRAME. Although explicit quantities, start/end dates, and estimated value are not disclosed, bidders must be prepared to dispatch a sample quantity of each item for on-site verification and to demonstrate past experience selling to the defense sector. The ATC emphasizes a right to adjust quantity by up to 25% and requires compliance with tender terms for delivery timelines, packing, and after-sales expectations. The opportunity targets vendors with proven defense-grade supply capabilities and a track record of handling government contracts, with emphasis on formal documentation (PAN, GST, EFT mandates) and sample material checks at the buyer location.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Sample dispatch: Mandatory delivery of a sample quantity of every bid item for checking at the buyer’s location.
• Past experience: Bidder must have prior experience supplying goods to the defense department.
• Packing: Items to be supplied in original packing material.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate (bank-certified).
• Delivery/adjustments: Quantity may be increased up to 25% during contract; timelines adjust proportionally with a minimum 30 days extension rule.
• Demurrage: 0.5% of contract value per day if items are not lifted within 48 hours; items unlifted after one month may be destroyed with no claim.
• Sample/testing purpose: Samples used solely to verify compliance before final acceptance.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Sample dispatch mandatory for check purposes at buyer location.
• Past defense experience required; prior sales to the defense department
• Certificates/Documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate certified by bank.
• Packing material must be original.
• Quantity flexibility of 25% up or down during/after contract.
• Demurrage penalties of 0.5% per day; destruction if unlifted after 30 days; no claims admitted.
• Bidder financial standing: not under liquidation or court receivership; must upload an undertaking.
• Acceptance of ATC terms and ability to align with rate contract procedures.