Indian Army Plastic Pallets Tender for Palletized 130 mm Ammunition - 2026 Defence Procurement

Tender Overview

The tender is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for the procurement of Plastic Pallets for Palletized 130 mm Ammunition (Defence). The scope emphasizes pallets with a base, middle, and top configuration, each with specified dimensions and design features, including a chequered top surface and stopper arrangements. Key requirements include acceptable static and dynamic load capacities and formal availability of central government/NABL/ILAC accredited test reports. The lack of a BOQ implies a bulk or spec-driven purchase with emphasis on conformity to military packaging standards and interoperability with existing pallet handling systems. A notable differentiator is the need for documented test reports on demand, ensuring traceability and quality assurance. This tender highlights rigid compliance with defense-grade packaging norms and a probable batch-wise delivery cadence aligned to military readiness.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Plastic Pallets (base, middle, top) for 130 mm ammunition pallets
• Base pallet: dimensions with 9 legs, 4-way entry; middle pallet: stopper on both sides; top pallet: stopper on lower side, chequered design on top
• Structural requirements: complete pallet structure with suitability for palletized ammunition handling
• Load metrics: specify static load capacity (kgs) and dynamic load capacity (kgs); exact values to be provided by bidder
• Testing: required test reports from central government/NABL/ILAC accredited labs covering all parameters; copies to be provided on demand
• Documentation: ensure availability of all certifications and reports at time of supply
• Delivery and integration: pallet design must integrate with existing 130 mm ammunition handling workflows and storage racks
• Compliance: emphasize defense packaging standards and traceability to ensure reliability in field conditions

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery terms: suppliers must comply with orders under the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation during contract and extended delivery periods with minimum 30 days added time; delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order
• Documentation: provide PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate duly certified by bank
• EMD/Performance: embed performance considerations and ensure alignment with standard defense procurement risk controls
• Compliance: ensure adherence to any buyer-specified terms and maintain readiness to supply test reports on demand at the time of delivery
• Approval: any certification or report required must be current and verifiable against the requested parameters
• Penalties: conform to standard defense procurement penalty structures for late or non-conforming deliveries