Indian Army Automatic Fire Ball for Fire-Extinguishing Tender Kupwara Jammu & Kashmir 2026 with Sample Approval & Quantity Option Clauses

Tender Overview

Indian Army invites bids for an Automatic Fire Ball for Fire-Extinguishing in Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir (193221). The procurement scope centers on generic fire-extinguishing balls and constructional sizing considerations. While no BOQ items are listed, the tender highlights an option to adjust quantity by up to 25% of the bid quantity during contract execution, and a pre-approval process for advance samples within 5 days of award. The contract emphasizes delivery timelines linked to original delivery dates and the ability to extend times with defined calculation rules, ensuring orderly bulk supply once approved. The opportunity requires supplier readiness for sample-based validation and adherence to contract specifications. This tender includes standard option clauses, reflecting flexible procurement for military readiness and rapid mobilization if required.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Automatic Fire Ball for Fire-Extinguishing (category: GENERIC); Size of fire extinguishing balls (category: CONSTRUCTIONAL)
• Delivery & samples: Submit 5 samples within 5 days of contract award; advance sample approval required before bulk manufacturing; modifications listed by Buyer within 5 days; delay in approval may trigger delivery re-fix without LD; non-conforming samples may lead to termination
• Compliance scope: Bulk supply to conform to approved sample; reference samples provided per consignee; inspections may be required prior to dispatch; contractor bears costs for pre-approval testing until acceptance
• Option mechanics: Quantity can be increased up to 25% at contract rates; extended delivery time calculated by (additional/original) × original delivery period with a 30-day minimum
• Quality control: Any deviations in sample must be corrected as per buyer’s modification list; ensure supply as per contracted specifications

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Performance: Not explicitly stated in data; bidders should assume standard tender practice and confirm with buyer
• Delivery terms: Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; extension rules apply with clear calculation formulas
• Payment terms: Not detailed in provided text; bidders should seek clarification on milestones and payment schedules
• Documentation: Submit samples for approval; provide technical compliance to contract specifications; ensure base documents for eligibility and performance
• Risk & penalties: Potential contract termination for major deviations; extensions allowed with caveats; penalties may apply for delays per buyer’s terms