Indian Army Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor Vehicles Tender IS 14257 2026
Bid Publish Date
06-Jan-2026, 7:30 pm
Bid End Date
08-Jan-2026, 9:00 pm
Location
Progress
Quantity
14
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Key Highlights
- • IS 14257 (Q3) compliance for lead-acid batteries with reference 20 h rate capacity
- • Lightweight battery design with high cranking performance (V2) requirement
- • Option clause allowing +/-25% quantity variation during contract and currency
- • Sample submission required before technical bid opening at Mathura address
- • Defence-grade verification: certificate of genuineness and warranty certificate
- • Past performance: minimum three GeM contract orders with defence establishments in last 3 years
- • Inspection regime: post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection possible
- • GST handling: bidder bears GST; reimbursement not to exceed quoted rate; GST invoice must be uploaded on GeM
- • Vendor code creation documents mandatory: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
- • Delivery terms anchored to original delivery period with calculated extensions
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Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Lead Acid Storage Batteries For Motor Vehicles with lightweight design and high cranking performance (V2) conforming to IS 14257 (Q3). The procurement scope involves supply of GOODS for defence use, with an optional quantity variation permitted up to 25% at contract award and during the currency of the contract. Delivery timelines are calculated based on the original delivery period with adjustments for added quantity, minimum 30 days. Bidders must provide vendor code creation paperwork including PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. The ATC mandates sample delivery to 1 Corps Ordnance Maintenance Company, Mathura, and requires warranty certification, incident-free history, and submission of at least three GeM orders with defence establishments. Unique emphasis on genuine items and post-acceptance inspections by designated agency.
- Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs)
- Product/Service: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for motor vehicles (V2, IS 14257 compliant)
- Location: Mathura, Uttar Pradesh (delivery/test locations as per ATC)
- Estimated Value/EMD: Not disclosed; scope is for supply of goods with pre-dispatch and post-receipt inspection
- Key Differentiator: IS 14257 (Q3) compliance, optional quantity adjustments, defence-grade verification
- Unique Clause: Sample submission at bidder’s cost; multiple inspection stages; GeM order history requirement
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for motor vehicles
- Standard to comply: IS 14257 (Q3) with reference 20 h rate capacity as per Table 2
- Battery capacity reference: Capacity at 5-h rate (reference 20-h rate capacity)
- Battery type: Lead acid (lightweight, high cranking performance)
- Delivery/Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises if ATC allows
- Quality/Certification: Certificate confirming supplied items are genuine; warranty certificate
- Sample requirement: Sample of bid items required before technical bid opening at specified address
- Past performance documents: Minimum three GeM contract orders with defence establishments in last three years
- GST handling: GST invoice uploaded on GeM; GST payment screenshot; GST to be reimbursed as per actuals or applicable rates (whichever lower)
- ATC/Scope: Scope of supply includes all cost components; only supply of goods
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Quantity fluctuations: Up to ±25% at time of contract placement and during contract currency
- Delivery timing rule: Time extension formula based on quantity variation; minimum 30 days, extendable to original delivery period
- ELIGIBILITY DOCUMENTS: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate (certified by bank)
- GST compliance: Bidder bears GST applicability; reimbursement per actuals or rate cap
- Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection may be applicable as per ATC
- Verification: Certificate of genuineness; warranty certificate; no incident report in last 1 year
- Past performance proof: Minimum three GeM orders with defence establishments within last 3 years
- Acceptance criteria: Samples received must be satisfactory; failure leads to technical disqualification
- Payment terms: Not explicitly stated in the excerpt; payment terms governed by GeM and ATC
- Bid validity: Not specified in the excerpt; subject to procurement policy of Indian Army
Key Specifications
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Product: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for motor vehicles
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Standards: IS 14257 (Q3) with reference to Table 2 20 h rate capacity
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Capacity reference: 5-h rate capacity (as per IS 14257 table 2)
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Type: Lightweight, high cranking performance battery
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Quality: Certificate of genuineness; warranty certificate required
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Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection may be applied
Terms & Conditions
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Quantity flexibility: +/-25% during contract and currency as per ATC
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Sample submission at bidder’s cost before technical bid opening
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Past defence orders: minimum three GeM contracts in last 3 years
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST to be reimbursed as per actuals or applicable rates (whichever is lower), bidder bears GST; GST invoice and payment screenshot to be uploaded on GeM
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period linked to original delivery period with option-based extensions; minimum 30 days for additional quantity; extension logic (quantity/original) × original period
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated in excerpt; ATC terms imply inspection and disqualification on sample failure
Bidder Eligibility
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Defence establishment procurement experience recommended (GeM orders with defence entities in last 3 years)
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Ability to provide IS 14257 (Q3) compliant lead-acid batteries with IS 14257 reference data
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GST compliant with ability to upload GST invoice and payment proof on GeM
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Financial capability to supply goods under potential ±25% quantity variation
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Lead Acid Storage Batteries For Motor Vehicles with Light Weight and High Cranking Performance (V2) Conforming to IS 14257 (Q3)
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GeM-Bidding-8798744.pdf
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CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
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View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Battery Capacity at 5-h Rate[Reference 20 h Rate Capacity] (Hint: The values in square bracket indicate reference 20 h rate capacity as per Table 2 of IS 14257) | 144 Ah [180 Ah] |
| Construction | Battery Type | IN 180 |
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Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT Mandate copy (certified by bank)
Certificate of genuineness for supplied items
Warranty certificate for batteries
Evidence of GST invoice upload on GeM and GST payment screenshot
Past three GeM contract orders with defence establishments (last 3 years)
Samples of bid items for technical bid evaluation
Incidence-free certificate for the last 1 year
Frequently Asked Questions
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How to bid for the Indian Army battery tender in Mathura 2026?
Bidders must submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate; also provide warranty certificate and certificate of genuineness. Samples must be delivered for pre-technical evaluation, and past defence GeM orders (3) within the last 3 years should be uploaded. Compliance with IS 14257 (Q3) is mandatory.
What documents are required for the IS 14257 battery tender bid in 2026?
Required documents include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, GST invoice upload proof, GST payment screenshot, warranty certificate, certificate of genuineness, and evidence of at least three GeM defence orders in the last three years.
What are the technical specs for IS 14257 conforming batteries in this tender?
Batteries must conform to IS 14257 (Q3) with reference 20 h rate capacity; capacity at 5-h rate specified; lightweight design with high cranking performance for motor vehicles; post-delivery inspection as per ATC.
When is the delivery window and quantity flex for this battery bid?
Quantity may vary up to ±25% at contract award and during currency; delivery period extensions follow the formula: (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
What is required for post-acceptance inspection in this Army tender?
Post-receipt inspection at the consignee site is mandatory; pre-dispatch inspection may occur if ATC specifies; bidder must be prepared for station-based inspection and provide genuine items with warranty.
What is the sample submission process for the defence battery bid?
Samples must be submitted to 1 Corps Ordnance Maintenance Company, Mathura, before technical bid opening; non-receipt of samples results in technical disqualification; ensure sample quality and authenticity certificates accompany the batch.
What GST terms apply to the Indian Army battery procurement in 2026?
GST will be reimbursed based on actuals or applicable rates (whichever is lower), capped at quoted GST percentage; bidder must upload GST invoice and GST payment screenshot on GeM during submission.
What past performance evidence is required for the defence battery bid?
Bidder must upload evidence of at least three GeM contract orders with defence establishments over the last three years to establish credibility and suitability for the defence procurement process.
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-8798744.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS