Border Security Force Paint & Related Chemicals Tender Tripura 2026 IS 550 Compliant Procurement

Tender Overview

The Border Security Force (BSF) invites bids for a range of DUCO paints and related products, including DUCO JET BLACK, DUCO OLIVE GREEN, DUCO YELLOW PAINT, DUCO THINNER, DUCO RED OXIDE, BUS GREEN, BLACK PAINT, GOLDEN BROWN, SILVER, WHITE, YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE, OLIVE GREEN PAINT, NORMAL THINNER, and RED OXIDE. Located in DHALAI, TRIPURA (PIN 799204), this procurement encompasses 16 items with unspecified quantity in the BOQ. The official scope emphasizes paint and thinner supplies for field and maintenance use, with an emphasis on standard compliance and supplier reliability. Key differentiators include the option to increase quantity up to 25% during contract execution and the requirement for domestic after-sales support for imported OEMs. Respondents must prove turnover capabilities and OEM eligibility per Buyer terms. Bid pricing should reflect contracted rates across variable demand. The opportunity is anchored in central police procurement with a focus on consistent supply, quality, and compliant after-sales service.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category includes DUCO paints, DUCO thinners, and color variants such as JET BLACK, OLIVE GREEN, YELLOW PAINT, RED OXIDE, and others.
• No explicit technical specifications are published in the BOQ; bidders should assume standard government procurement requirements for paint and thinner products and ensure compliance with domestic safety and packaging norms.
• OEM compliance: for imported items, the OEM or authorized seller must have an Indian office to provide after-sales service, with certification submitted.
• Turnover criteria: minimum average annual turnover for last three financial years; documentation via audited statements or CA/Cost Accountant certificate. OEM turnover compliance applies where the OEM name is in the bid.
• The tender permits quantity variation (up to 25% of contracted quantity) and corresponding delivery schedule adjustments as per option clause.
• Documentation: bidders must attach turnover evidence and OEM authorization where applicable; ensure GST, PAN, and relevant certificates accompany the bid.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD or equivalent security deposit requirements are not explicitly stated in the snippet; bidders should anticipate standard EMD policies and ensure compliance with the Buyer terms.
• The option clause allows increased/adjusted quantities up to 25%, with delivery period recalculated as (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• OEM/Imported product rules require an Indian-based after-sales support office for the OEM; submit certification.
• Turnover criteria apply to both bidder and OEM (where relevant); provide audited balance sheets or CA/Cost Accountant certificates for the last three financial years.
• The BOQ lists 16 items but provides no item-wise quantities; bidders must price per item under standard procurement pricing and provide compliance with quality and packaging norms.
• Compliance with IS or ISO standards, safety, and labeling requirements is expected though not specified; bidders should reference applicable government paint procurement standards and safety guidelines.