Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites a bid for an Upgraded Indigenous Forward Observer Simulator (Zen Arty FOS) to be deployed in WEST SIANG, ARUNACHAL PRADESH 791001. The tender covers procurement of a forward observer simulation system, with no stated quantity or estimated contract value in the available data. The procurement emphasizes indigenous design with compatibility for Zen Arty operations and training workflows. A notable differentiator is the option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to ±25% at contracted rates, starting from the original delivery order. The terms indicate delivery timelines tie to the original order while enabling extensions with calculated time proportional to quantity adjustments. This option-driven approach requires bidders to plan scalable supply and rapid ramp-up capabilities.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Organization: Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) for a military training simulator, named Upgraded Indigenous Forward Observer Simulator (Zen Arty FOS), to be stationed in WEST SIANG, ARUNACHAL PRADESH 791001.
- Product scope: Forward observer simulation platform tailored for Zen Arty operations with potential integration to existing training ecosystems.
- Quantity/Value: Not disclosed in the available data; bidders should account for possible ±25% quantity adjustments during contract execution.
- Delivery terms: Delivery schedule linked to the last date of the original delivery order, with option-based time extension using the formula: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
- Standards/Compliance: Specific technical standards are not listed in the data; bidders must rely on OEM specifications and ISA/defense acquisition norms applicable to Zen Arty simulators.
- Eligibility indicators: Experience in defence training simulators and indigenous defense technology delivery is implied but not explicitly quantified in the tender text.
- Quality/Testing: No explicit testing regime is stated in the available information; bidders should brace for standard defense equipment acceptance testing per DMA guidelines.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract time and during currency; additional delivery time is calculated via the specified formula with a minimum of 30 days.
- Delivery flexibility: Additional time granted proportionally to the quantity variation; extension remains within the original delivery period unless otherwise negotiated.
- EMD/Payment: Not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should prepare standard defence procurement procedures for EMD and payment terms as per DMA guidelines.
- Bid compliance: Bidders must comply with the option clause and ensure readiness for scalable production, test, and deployment of Zen Arty FOS simulators in a high-security environment.
