Indian Army NIJ Level IV Ballistic Shield Tender Department of Military Affairs Jammu & Kashmir 2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs invites bids for NIJ Level IV ballistic shields (ballistic protection equipment) intended for field deployment. The tender lists an EMD of ₹2,935,800, with delivery and installation/commissioning at Field Ordnance Depot, Near Garhi, Udhampur, J&K 182121. The scope includes procurement of shields with a future option to increase up to 50% of bid quantity. Aimed at replacing obsolete stock, this procurement requires OEM authorization and compliance with vendor-specific terms. Bidders should note the lack of BOQ items and the presence of rigorous verification steps. The purchase also enforces vendor integrity, including non-disclosure and malicious code certificates. This is a high-skill security equipment contract with strict documentation and eligibility prerequisites.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: NIJ Level IV ballistic shields (security equipment for frontline use)
• Estimated value: Not disclosed; EMD provided as ₹2,935,800
• Location for delivery: Field Ordnance Depot, Near Garhi, Udhampur, J&K 182121
• Compliance items: Malicious Code Certificate; Manufacturer Authorization with OEM details; Non-Disclosure Declaration; EFT Mandate; PAN & GSTIN copies; Cancelled Cheque; GST applicability as per bidder’s rate
• Obsolescence clause: product must have at least 5 years residual market life; not end-of-life per OEM
• Deliverables: delivery and installation/commissioning at the specified depot (if scope includes installation)
• Quantity flexibility: Purchaser reserves up to 50% increase/decrease at contract placement
• Standards referenced: NIJ Level IV designation (shield performance standard not expanded in data)
• Additional protections: mandatory OEM authorization where applicable

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹2,935,800; payable as part of bid security
• Delivery: to be completed at Field Ordnance Depot, Udhampur, J&K; installation/commissioning if in scope
• Eligibility: bidder must not be in liquidation or similar proceedings; 5+ years residual market life for offered products
• Documentation: submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorization; Malicious Code Certificate; NDA certificate
• GST: bidder to determine applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or lower rate, capped at quoted GST
• Rights: 50% quantity variation allowed; supplier to comply with vendor terms and non-disclosure obligations
• Penalties/Technical: Malicious code breach implications; IP/ copyright compliance obligations
• Other: ensure non-obsolescence and market sustainability of offered shields