Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited Forging Supply Tender Department of Defence Production 2026

Tender Overview

The procurement opportunity is from Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited under the Department of Defence Production for the supply of forging components. The bid requires an in-house forging facility, with a detailed list of available Plant and Machinery and clear indication of outsourced activities. Key prerequisites include submission of GST details, financials, and experience certificates, plus documents demonstrating technical capability. The scope emphasizes material test certificates from Govt. labs or NABL-accredited labs, 02 heat-treated test bars, and a pre-inspection report for 100% quantity. A CGM/MPF inspection is mandated during receiving, and a warranty/guarantee certificate must accompany the supply. Bidder responsiveness and nomenclature accuracy are critical to avoid disqualification. Delivery timing and PSD submission via GeM are explicitly referenced, with emphasis on timely delivery and post-contract documentation. Unique aspects include mandatory pre-approval of delivery period and comprehensive factory capability disclosure.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• SCOPE: FORGING ITEMS for established/registered forging sources at MPF; 02 heat-treated test bars required: 350 mm L × 25 mm D and 150 mm L × 15 mm D
• TEST CERTS: Material Test Certificate for physical/mechanical and chemical properties from Govt. Lab or NABL-accredited lab
• INSPECTION: 100% quantity inspection by CGM/MPF representative at MPF premises
• WARRANTY: Guarantee/Warranty certificate to accompany supply
• DOCUMENTS: MOU, MSME registration (if applicable), financials, plant/machinery list, and offered specifications
• NOMENCLATURE: Accurate item nomenclature; bids rejected for mismatches
• PSD/Delivery: PSD online on GeM and hard copy to buyer per contract; delivery period must be adhered to
• PSD & QA: Pre-Inspection report required; set of test bars to be supplied with order
• Compliance: Adhere to prescribed drawing specifications and quality standards

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Guarantee: Bank guarantees (PBG/EMD/MSD) as attached in ATC documents; ensure formatting per GeM guidelines
• Eligibility: In-house forging facility mandatory; list Plant & Machinery; disclose outsourced activities
• Documentation: GST & GST cess validation; experience certificates; financial statements; technical bid materials; OEM authorizations if applicable
• Delivery: Deliver within the stipulated delivery period; may require advance approval for extended timelines
• Quality: Submit Material Test Certificates and heat-treated test bars; provide pre-inspection reports and warranty certificates
• Acceptance: Correct nomenclature and documentation to avoid disqualification; respond to clarifications within specified timeframes