Indian Army XLPE Cable and LED Lighting Tender India 2026 IS 7098/IS 16102 IS/IEC 60947 LED Lamps MCCB EMD Details

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) issues a multi-product procurement for electrical infrastructure, including XLPE LT armoured aluminium cables, LED lighting (LED street lights, LED battens), MCBs/MCCBs, PVC insulation tapes, and related fittings. The scope spans 59 items with estimated demand across low and high voltage components up to 1.1 KV class, IS/IEC BIS-compliant, with an EMD of ₹42,827. The tender emphasizes BIS/IS 7098, IS 16102, and IS/IEC 60947 compliance, alongside LED performance parameters and safety fittings. The supplier must offer OEM-backed, India-based after-sales service for imported products, and adhere to option-clauses for quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract. Location unspecified, but procurement is for nationwide Indian Army needs.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories include: XLPE LT Armoured aluminium cable 3 core 70 Sqmm, LED Street lights 45W/60W/25W/48W/50W, LED Batten Light 20W, MCB SP/SPN up to 63A, MCCB 4-pole 25KA/63A, and a range of CP/PVC fittings and PVC waste/pipe components.
• Required standards and certifications: IS 7098 (Part 1) for cables, IS 16102 (Part 2) for LED fittings, IS/IEC 60947 (Part 2) for MCCBs, with BIS Scheme II for LED products; performance specs include rated wattage, LED lamp cap types, and BEE star ratings.
• Key technical parameters include conductor material/type, insulation, armor/build type, short-circuit capacity, and enclosure provisions for MCBs, plus length/dimension data for LED batten/lamps.
• Optional scope items cover a broad set of plumbing and CP fittings, indicating mixed electrical and civil hardware in a single bid package; minimum post-sales service and OEM authorization clauses apply for imported items.
• The BOQ lists 59 items with no explicit quantities; bidders should assume bundled supply of goods and accessories with standard packaging per item. Delivery and inspection terms are aligned to government bid practice with pre/post-inspection options.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹42,827
• Turnover requirements: Minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 financial years (exact figure as per bid document) with audited statements or CA certificate; OEM turnover criteria also specified.
• Delivery: Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation with time extension calculations; delivery timelines anchored to order and extended periods with minimum 30 days.
• Payment terms: Scope of supply indicates payment terms consistent with government contracts; post-delivery acceptance and invoicing per standard government practice.
• Documents: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorization, and technical compliance certificates; pre/post-inspection arrangements with nominated agencies.
• Warranty/penalties: Penalty and LD provisions exist under general terms; specific warranty periods for electrical components are to be aligned with IS standards and OEM terms.