Tender Overview
The Indian Air Force invites bids for Pneumatic Tyres for Passenger Car Vehicles, specifically Diagonal and Radial Ply marked to IS 15633 under the Q2 category. Scope covers supply of tyres for passenger cars, with a potential quantity adjustment up to 25% at contract award and during the currency of the contract. The at-source terms include an EMD/financial standing requirement, and a need for OEM authorization where applicable. Unique elements include the option clause, warranty expectations, and mandatory certificates such as BIS/type test certificates. This procurement targets reliable supply within India, with emphasis on after-sales service capability and in-country OEM support.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Tyre type: Pneumatic tyre for passenger cars; Diagonal and Radial Ply; marked to IS 15633 (Q2).
- Rim diameter, size designations, and speed category: to be specified in the tenderβs BOQ/technical appendix; expected to align with standard passenger car wheel dimensions and applicable speed ratings.
- Warranty: 3 years from final acceptance or 5/7 years post-installation/commissioning per scope; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery.
- Certifications: mandatory BIS licence, type test certificate, and OEM authorization where distributors submit bids; imported products require an Indian registered office for after-sales service.
- Delivery & scope: scope of supply is goods-only; delivery timelines will be governed by the option clause and original delivery period, with a minimum extension framework.
- Standards compliance: compliance with IS 15633 and related IS standards for quality and safety; installation/training/support capabilities preferred or required.
- Service readiness: establishment of installation, commissioning, training, and maintenance service network in India.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% during contract and currency; delivery period adjustments use formula (increased quantity/original quantity) Γ original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days.
- Financial standing: bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy and must upload an undertaking to that effect.
- Manufacturer Authorization: OEM/Original Service Provider authorization with contact details must be furnished when bidding via authorized distributors.
- Warranty: 3-year warranty from final acceptance or post-installation testing; OEM certificates required at the time of delivery.
- Documents: submission must include BIS licence, type test certificates, approval certificates, OEM authorizations, and other certificates as prescribed; otherwise bid may be rejected.
- Imported products: must have registered Indian office for after-sales service; certificate to be submitted.
- Delivery terms: terms specify goods-only scope; installation/commissioning/training may be included if specified in scope.