Indian Army W8 Tape Tracing Tender 46 MTR/3.8 CMS Cotton Tape 2026

Tender Overview

The procurement is for the Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, under the W8/WA-2820 category, focusing on 46 MTR length cotton tape of 3.8 CMS width. The tender records an EMD of ₹40,447 and includes an option clause permitting up to ±25% quantity adjustments at contracted rates. Pre-dispatch and post-receipt inspections are defined, with NABL lab testing available for pre-dispatch and a Board of Officers for post-delivery acceptance. A mandatory advance sample process requires buyer approval prior to bulk manufacture. Location details are not specified in the data provided, but the terms emphasize scalable delivery tied to original delivery periods. This tender contains explicit service-center and inspection requirements to ensure post-award compliance. The unique feature is the structured option clause and sample approval workflow that can impact delivery timelines and quantities.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: 46 MTR cotton tape with 3.8 CMS width (category W8/WA-2820)
• EMD: ₹40,447 (security deposit for bid submission)
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch via NABL Accredited Lab Test Report; Post-receipt by Board Of Officers; supplier can face acceptance checks at consignee site
• Sample process: Submit 2 advance samples within 5 days of award; buyer to approve or request modifications within 7 days; delays in buyer approval may reset delivery timeline with no LD
• Service & support: Functional Service Centre must exist in each consignee state or be established within 30 days of award; payment contingent on evidence of service capability
• Delivery & option: Quantity may be increased/decreased up to 25%; delivery timing linked to original delivery period; extended delivery time proportionally calculated
• Clauses: Option to extend delivery within contracted rates; extension calculation uses ( Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity ) × Original delivery period

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹40,447 must accompany bid; payment terms align with contract conditions
• Quantity flexibility: Up to 25% variation in order quantity; delivery period adjustments as per option clause
• Service capability: Bidder must have or establish a functional service centre in the consignee state within 30 days of award; evidence required for payment release
• Inspection regime: Pre-dispatch NABL lab test; post-receipt by Board Of Officers
• Sample approval: Submit 2 samples within 5 days; buyer response with approval or modification within 7 days; bulk supply aligned to approved sample; non-conformance may trigger fresh samples or contract termination
• Documentation: Compliance with T&Cs including service capability, inspection reports, and sample approvals are mandatory for bid evaluation