Border Roads Organisation Kitchen Utensils & PNG Gas Stoves Procurement 2025 IS 17153 IS 4768 Compliance

Tender Overview

The Border Roads Organisation (Department of Defence) in India seeks procurement of domestic gas stoves compatible with piped natural gas (PNG) as per IS 17153 (Q3) along with BIG stainless steel and iron utensils, stainless steel jugs, and rolling pin, board sets, kitchen knives, and related items per IS 4768:2022 (Q3). Estimated total contract value is not disclosed; bidder must assume bulk quantities and ensure IS/quality conformance. Key differentiator: strict IS compliance, OEM support, and post-installation service coverage across consignee locations. Unique terms include a 50% quantity option and on-site/through-service provisions. Location: nationwide for defence logistics installations. Tender requires proven govt/PSU supply experience and a robust after-sales network.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: Kitchen utensils and PNG-compatible gas stoves; items include Rolling Pin (Belan), Chakla (Board), Kitchen Knife variants, and Stainless Steel Jugs; finish must be polished; Belan knurling detail.
• Dimensions & finishes: Rolling pin - diameter, overall length, contact length, handle length, weight; Chakla - diameter, thickness without leg, leg thickness, weight. Knife metrics include blade hardness (HV), blade length (mm), max blade width (mm), max blade thickness (mm), and overall length (mm). Quality features: continuous polishing; knurling on rolling pin.
• Standards: PNG gas stoves must be compatible with IS 17153 (Q3); utensils to IS 4768:2022 (Q3).
• Materials & design: Board leg type and shape; blade type and handle type; handle material; blade length and dimensions; metal finish and knurling.
• Warranty & service: 1-year warranty from final acceptance; OEM warranty certificates; service centers within each consignee state; post-sales installation/training/troubleshooting capability.
• Delivery & installation: Service centers established within 30 days of award; delivery terms aligned with option clause and extended delivery period calculations.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Amount not disclosed in tender data.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of manufacturing/supplying similar category products to Central/State Govt bodies or PSUs; primary product value must meet criterion in bunch bids.
• Delivery & option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 50% and extend delivery times proportional to quantity; minimum 30 days extension.
• Service centres: Functional service center in the state of each consignee location; establishment within 30 days post-award with documentary evidence.
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from acceptance; OEM certificates required at delivery; after-sales network in India mandatory.
• Documentation: Upload undertaking of financial standing; relevant contracts demonstrating prior supply; installation/training/support details.