Indian Army Solan Dinnerware Tender 2026: 10.5 Inch Full Plate to Tea Set VIP, 10-Year Shelf Life

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks a comprehensive supply of dinnerware and related crockery items for delivery at SOLAN, HIMACHAL PRADESH 171102. The scope lists 15 line items including 10.5 Inch Full Plate, 7 Inch Quarter Plate, Soup Bowl 11 cm, Thali Bowl 11 cm, Donga With Lid, Rice Plate, 12 Inch Oval Platter, Soup Plate 9 Inch, Tea Set VIP, Tea Cup, Saucer Plate, Coffee Mug Brizel, Soup Mug, Napkin Holder and Chutney Bowl 9 cm. The procurement requires adherence to a fixed price contract with potential quantity variations up to 25%, and delivery terms pegged to the contracted schedule. Unique conditions include Detailed Design Drawings approvals within 5 days of award and an inspection/approval process prior to fabrication. The site address for delivery is Old Bus Stand, Mall Road, Gate No 2, Solan, HP. The shelf life clause requires minimum 10 years of life with at least 10 days usable shelf life at the time of supply to ensure viability across storage and use.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category includes dinnerware components: 10.5 Inch Full Plate, 7 Inch Quarter Plate, Soup Bowl 11 cm, Thali Bowl 11 cm, Donga With Lid, Rice Plate, 12 Inch Oval Platter, Soup Plate 9 Inch, Tea Set VIP, Tea Cup & Saucer, Coffee Mug Brizel, Soup Mug, Napkin Holder, Chutney Bowl 9 cm.
• No explicit technical specs published; tender emphasizes design approvals, delivery at SOLAN, and shelf-life criteria. Deliverables may require adherence to standard manufacturing/quality controls and alignment with buyer drawings. The Bidder must prepare Detailed Design Drawings within 5 days of award for buyer approval; post-approval, supply must follow modifications communicated by Buyer. Shelf life requirement: minimum 10 years; on supply date at least 10 days usable life remaining.
• BOQ lists 15 items but provides no quantitative quantities; the procurement appears to be for a complete dinnerware set rather than a single SKU batch. The clause permits delivery extensions if drawing approvals are delayed, with a minimum extension period of 30 days.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and financial terms are unspecified; bidders must comply with option clause enabling 25% quantity variations and extended delivery timelines.
• Registration with HQ 14 Inf Div is required for goods/services category on bid opening date; bidders are advised to obtain empanelment prior to bid opening. PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, and EFT mandate must accompany bids for vendor code creation. Delivery and installation (if within scope) at Solan address.
• Shelf life minimums, 10-year product life and 10 days usable shelf life at supply, are mandatory.
• Invoicing must be in the name of the buyer; detailed design approvals are prerequisite to fabrication; failure to obtain timely approvals may reset delivery schedule.