Indian Army LV1/R-90 Bracket Category Tender 2026 for Supply & Installation - Department of Military Affairs 2026

Tender Overview

The opportunity is a procurement by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for a Category LV1/R-90, 175.01.058.1, BRACKET product line. Although specific item details and the estimated value are not disclosed, the tender emphasizes an option clause allowing a ±25% quantity adjustment and a delivery window that extends from the last original delivery date. Eligibility hinges on demonstrated past performance for similar category products and a formal bid with validated client certificates. The tender prioritizes a consistent supplier capable of handling variable quantities while maintaining contract rates across the extended delivery period. This tender targets suppliers capable of delivering and installing compatible Category Products with proof of past experience. The unique clause on delivery extension and the emphasis on past performance are the key differentiators in this opportunity and reflect the Army’s requirement for reliable, scalable suppliers.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No formal product specifications are published in the tender documentation. The primary technical framing rests on the bidder’s ability to meet past project experience criteria and to comply with the option clause for quantity adjustments (up to 25% of bid value) and corresponding delivery-time recalculations. The extension rule uses the formula: (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. The extension may be applied during the extended window up to the original delivery period. Proof of past experience can be provided via contract copies, invoices with bidder self-certification, client execution certificates, or third-party release notes. The bid also requires the bidder or OEM to demonstrate execution of projects in the preceding three financial years, with thresholds of 35% single order, 20% each for two orders, or 15% each for three orders of the estimated bid value, along with a satisfactory performance certificate from the buyer.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% of bid quantity at contract placement and during the currency at contracted rates. Delivery period starts from the last date of the original delivery order; additional time is calculated as described, with a minimum of 30 days.
• Past Project Experience: Evidence can include contract copies with invoices and bidder self-certification, client execution certificates, or other documents supporting contract execution (e.g., Third Party Inspection release notes).
• Experience Criteria: Must have executed similar category product supply/install/commissioning in the preceding 3 financial years, meeting one of: (i) single order ≥ 35% of estimated bid value; (ii) two orders ≥ 20% each; (iii) three orders ≥ 15% each; with a satisfactory performance certificate.
• Delivery & Payment: Terms reference delivery in original/extended periods; no explicit payment terms provided in the excerpt.
• Documentation: Bid must include performance certificates and client references; OEM authorization may be required if applicable. EMD details and GST/PAN specifics are not disclosed in the available data.