Tender Overview
The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for the supply of specific fuel system components including CARBURATOR HEAT KING KEROSENE, HEAT KING BEND PIPE, HEAT KING KEROSENE, SCRAPER ROD FOR CLEANING, and FUEL TANK SHUT OFF VALVE. The BoQ comprises five items, with the buyer specifying a ** supply-only** scope and no listed quantities in the provided data. Notably, the contract includes an option clause allowing up to 25% quantity fluctuations at contracted rates and an extended delivery timeline linked to the extended quantity. The warranty framework requires OEM certificates at delivery and a responsive after-sales network in INDIA. Unique factors include the Army’s insistence on timely delivery compatibility and post-sale service readiness. This tender targets suppliers capable of immediate, direct supply and robust warranty coverage, with emphasis on documented OEM support and installation/training capabilities.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Scope of supply: Only supply of Goods (no services or installation implied in the bid) per terms and conditions.
- Warranty framework: OEM warranty certificates due at delivery; warranty period defined in the specifications upon final acceptance or post-installation, with obligation to rectify breakdowns within the warranty window.
- After-sales: Must have established Installation, Commissioning, Training, Troubleshooting and Maintenance Service groups in INDIA; service center details near consignee destinations to be uploaded with bid.
- Delivery flexibility: Option clause permits up to 25% quantity adjustments during contract execution; delivery period calculations link to last delivery order date.
- Compliance: Bid must incorporate all cost components in the bid price for the scope of supply; additional time calculations follow the specified formula, with a minimum 30 days.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Scope: EMD amount not specified in the provided data; bidders must comply with the standard supplier risk and performance criteria as per Army procurement terms.
- Delivery timelines: Delivery period starts from the last date of the original delivery order; extended delivery time formula applies if quantity increases.
- Warranty & service: OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; after-sales service network must be in INDIA with regional service centers documented.
- Bid scope: Bid price must include all costs for the supply of goods; installation and commissioning details may be covered separately according to vendor capabilities.
- Vendor qualifications: Tracks for installation, commissioning, and maintenance readiness, with the option to show track record in similar supply to defense or government bodies.
- Documentation: OEM authorizations and service-center details to be uploaded with bid submission where applicable.