Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Tender for Ball Joint Assembly, Pad Brake, Fuel Flexible Pipe and Hose M18N600 Long – 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs. Products: multiple high-mobility automotive components including Ball Joint Assembly, Pad Brake, Fuel Flexible Pipe, and SA of Hose M 18NXM18N 600 Long plus Brush Self. Estimated Value: ₹8,000.00. Location: India. The bid emphasizes genuine spare parts, ISO 9001 certification, material test certificates, and BIS/type test documentation, with vendor code creation requirements. A 25% quantity variation right is reserved, with extended delivery periods calculated per clause, ensuring flex supply under contract. Unique aspect: service center availability and OEM-authorized support are mandatory. This tender targets suppliers capable of rapid delivery and post-sale service readiness in India, with strict certification and lab-testing criteria.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product scope includes Ball Joint Assembly, Pad Brake, Fuel Flexible Pipe, and Hose (M 18NXM18N, 600 long) as listed in the BOQ.
• Standards/Certification requirements: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM; BIS/type test certificates and other product-specific approvals; Material Test Certificate to be supplied with the delivery; mandatoryOEM authorizations where applicable.
• Service & Support: functional service centres in each consignee state; if absent, establish within 30 days of award; dedicated toll-free service number and escalation matrix required.
• Delivery and quantity: option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation; delivery timing linked to last date of original delivery order.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; ensure upload of required certificates along bid.
• Acceptance criteria: buyer lab will test material; results govern acceptance; ensure “genuine spare parts” are supplied.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Bid security: not explicitly stated in the excerpt; bidders must comply with standard bid security practices per ATC.
• Delivery timeline: delivery period calculated per option clause; minimum 30 days for extended period; commence from last delivery order date.
• Warranty/Support: on-site or carry-in warranty considerations; service center presence critical for carry-in warranty states.
• Documentation: mandatory uploads include PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, ISO 9001 certificate, BIS/type test, material test certificate, and OEM authorizations.
• Quality control: buyer’s lab testing results are final for acceptance; ensure compliance with material and product specifications prior to shipment.
• ATC Conditions: generic terms require “genuine spare parts” and detailed service support provisions; non-compliance leads to rejection.