Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Procurement: 78-item Household & Utility supplies Tender 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks bids for a broad assortment of household and utility items (78 total BOQ entries) across varied categories such as crockery, kitchenware, textiles, furniture accessories, cleaning supplies, protective & storage goods, and miscellaneous hardware. Estimated value and exact quantities are not disclosed; however, the scope includes both consumer goods and durable items. The Purchaser reserves a ±25% quantity variance at contract award and during execution, at contracted rates, with delivery extensions based on a calculated formula. An OEM/import eligibility clause requires Indian-based aftersales support for imported products, and pre-bid interaction is mandated. The tender emphasizes compliance with vendor turnover criteria and OEM turnover benchmarks. This procurement is targeted toward suppliers capable of managing diverse line items and meeting stringent documentation and performance terms.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specifications are provided; focus areas include the ability to supply a wide range of listed categories (e.g., Pillow varieties, Utensil racks, Gas pipes, Caserol Milton sets, Bathing mats, Fire-safe hardware, Photo frames, and assorted hardware components).
• Key contextual requirements include OEM/authorized seller presence in India for imported items and mandatory pre-bid sample demonstration, with 38/41 clause references indicating internal compliance checks.
• Where applicable, suppliers should align to standard procurement practices, maintain product traceability, and ensure compatibility with listed item categories and potential batch bundling.
• The BOQ lists 78 items; however, item-specific technical standards are not disclosed in the tender text. The emphasis remains on supply capability, delivery readiness, and post-sales service readiness.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25% of bid quantity at award and during contract execution, with extended delivery time calculated as (additional/ original) × original delivery period, min 30 days.
• Imported items require an India-based registered office of the OEM/Authorized Seller for aftersales support.
• Bidders must demonstrate a minimum three-year turnover history or provide auditor-certified turnover data for the relevant period; OEM turnover criteria apply in case of bunch bids.
• Pre-bid interaction is mandatory; sample demonstration is required before opening. All submissions must satisfy standard procurement practices and vendor validity checks.