Indian Army procurement: PPE gloves Nitrile N95 mask and lab consumables tender 2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs seeks procurement of PPE and basic lab consumables including: individually vacuum packed sterile triple nitrile coating latex powder free gloves in two sizes (approximately size 7.5 and size 7.0), N95 masks without expirator valve, phenol crystals AR in 500 g bottles, sterile filter tips 20–200 µL in boxes of 96, and microscope slide dimensions 75 mm x 25 mm with thickness 1.15–1.35 mm. The project appears to be a multi-item consumables package for field and medical usage, with six items listed in the BOQ though exact quantities are not disclosed. Important constraints include GST handling by bidders and required vendor documentation for code creation.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Item names and basic category in title: PPE gloves, N95 mask, chemical AR phenol, sterile tips, microscope slides.
• No explicit quantitative specs beyond sizes and packaging details; no itemized unit counts or delivery locations provided.
• EMD not disclosed; shelf life requirement exists but is ambiguously stated as 5/6 of shelf life to be maintained at supply.
• Eligibility emphasizes ongoing supply history: minimum 3 years of manufacturing/supply to government bodies; OEM authorization required for distributors.
• Compliance notes mention non-obsolescence clauses and GST considerations; bidders must upload PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and OEM authorization where applicable.
• Option clause permits up to 50% quantity variation at contract award and during currency, with delivery timelines tied to original delivery period and, if extended, minimum 30 days.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD amount not specified; bidders must ensure financial standing and avoid liquidation or bankruptcy.
• Eligibility: 3 years of uninterrupted supply to Central/State Govt or PSUs; primary product value rule in bunch bids.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorization if applicable.
• Delivery and payment terms: option clause governs quantity changes; shelf life must remain at 5/6 of stated period; GST as per actuals with possible reimbursement cap.
• Warranty/penalties: not explicitly stated; bidders should assume standard supplier penalties and warranty expectations per government norms.