Assam Rifles Cement & Construction Materials Tender Cachar Assam 2026 – IS 550/ISI Standards, Local Content Policy

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by Assam Rifles under the Central Armed Police Forces for a broad array of construction and civil supplies in CACHAR, ASSAM 788001. The catalog includes items such as Cement 50 Kg bags, stone aggregate, coarse sand, bricks, MS steel pipes, pre-painted steel sheets 0.50mm thick 4000mm long, roofing components, electrical cables and fittings, wooden doors/windows, Distemper and primers, lighting fixtures, MCBs, modular switches, PVC boxes, ceiling boards, nails, joists, and related carpentry hardware. The order quantity is variable up to 25% higher or lower than bid quantity; delivery schedule adjusts with extensions, subject to a minimum of 30 days. The tender emphasizes local content and adherence to public procurement policies, with OEM net-worth requirements and rate-contract style purchasing. No technical specifications are listed in the BOQ, but the scope spans multiple building materials and electrical fittings, indicating a comprehensive supply contract for a defensive or infrastructure project in Assam.

• Organization: Assam Rifles
• Product Category: Construction materials and building hardware
• Location: Cachar, Assam
• Estimated Value: Not disclosed; 25% quantity option and rate contract terms apply
• Unique aspect: Make in India/local content considerations; OEM net-worth criterion; option clause for quantity adjustments

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product range includes: Cement (50 kg bags), stone aggregate, coarse sand, bricks, MS steel pipes, pre-painted steel sheet (0.50 mm, 4000 mm), roofing ridge and screws, wooden panels/frames (paneled doors/windows), distemper/primer/paints, FRLS PVC insulated copper conductors, modular switches and sockets (3/5/6 amp and 15/16 amp), PVC boxes (8/3 module), LED fittings (20W), Ceiling fans, MCBs, and earth plates.
• Delivery terms allow up to 25% quantity variation; extended delivery time calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days.
• No explicit performance or quality specs are provided in the tender text; bidders should prepare to demonstrate qualification for bulk civil and electrical supply and compliance with standard public procurement norms.
• Standards/Certifications: Not specified in the data; bidders should ensure general GMP/quality practices and be prepared to supply standard certifications as per government procurement norms and Make in India obligations.
• Electrical & safety: Includes FRLS wiring and modular components; bidders should confirm compatibility with 220-240V AC systems and ensure standard electrical safety practices.
• Packaging & delivery: Details not provided; assume bulk packing and safe transport of heavy materials to a central location in Cachar.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the tender text; bidders should anticipate standard bid security as per organization norms.
• Financial criteria: OEMs must show positive net worth in the last audited financial statements.
• Delivery: Delivery period linked to order date with option-based quantity extensions; minimum delivery extension is 30 days.
• Local content & Make in India: Preferences apply; bidders with local content ≤20% categorized as non-local supplier; for foreign bidders, local content verification via auditor/cost accountant certificate is permissible.
• Documents: Prepare GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorizations, and technical compliance certificates as typical bid submissions.
• Penalties: Standard LD or penalties would apply for non-fulfilment; specifics not disclosed in the provided data.
• Inspection: The tender references SLBR52 inspection; bidders must comply with inspection criteria.
• Rate contract: Purchases will be ordered against the rate bid by the purchaser; quantity adjustments may occur during the contract period.