Indian Army piston assembly and allied components tender 2026 - Department of Military Affairs, India - IS specification alignment

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs for a package of engine-related components, including piston assemblies, piston rings, valve exhaust and inlet, main bearings, big end bearings, thrust washers, gasket sets, oil seals, timing seals, cylinder liners, connecting bush, cam bush, oil pump, anabond, and fuel pipe. Estimated value is ₹46,831. The scope covers multiple listed item categories, with a total of 15 items in the BOQ. A key differentiator is the broad range of engine parts bundled under one procurement, enabling a consolidated supply contract. The tender is framed to accommodate flexible quantities; the buyer reserves up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates, including during the contract currency.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical specifications are provided in the published data; the BOQ includes items typical of piston assemblies, seals, bearings, and associated engine consumables.
• Items likely require OEM-grade components meeting military-grade reliability, with compatibility to standard Indian Army engine platforms.
• The tender prescribes a delivery cadence tied to the last delivery order date; the option clause allows calculation of additional delivery time as (additional quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
• The absence of standard reference numbers or IS/ISO codes necessitates bidders to attach typical manufacturer specifications and compliance documents for engine components.
• The procurement emphasizes a single-source or multi-supplier approach for a cohesive substitution strategy while meeting the 15-item scope.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity variation up to 25% of bid quantity at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
• Delivery period extends from the last date of the original delivery order; extended periods follow the option clause with minimum 30 days, or proportional calculation if larger.
• No explicit EMD amount disclosed; bidders should anticipate standard security deposits per government norms.
• The terms require full compliance with the option clause and delivery timing as described; bidders must acknowledge these terms in their bid response.
• Documentation specifics (GST, PAN, experience certificates) are implied in standard tender submission practices but are not itemized in the visible data.