Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites proposals for onsite soil testing consultancy services on a milestone/deliverable basis with an estimated value of ₹350,000. The scope is soil testing consultancy for field projects, with the work to be performed onsite. The tender includes an option clause allowing quantity or duration adjustments up to 25% at contract issue and post-issue, bidders must accept revised scope. No BOQ items are listed. This procurement emphasizes technical feasibility, timely deliverables, and adherence to the buyer’s ATC terms. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate relevant field expertise and project delivery capacity within the military context.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Service type: soil testing consultancy performed onsite for field projects
- Delivery model: milestone/deliverable based with potential quantity/duration adjustments up to 25% at contract issue and post-issuance
- Documentation: compliance with ATC uploaded by the buyer; no standard BOQ is provided
- Standards and qualifications: explicit standards not listed; bidders should demonstrate soil testing capability and relevant certifications as required by the buyer’s terms
- Client context: government/military authority (Indian Army) necessitating discretion and adherence to procurement process norms
- Key risk factors: lack of explicit technical specs; emphasis on timely deliverables and milestone tracking
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not specified in the provided data; verify in ATC
- Quantity/duration flexibility: up to 25% adjustment allowed
- ATC binding: bidders must comply with uploaded buyer ATC terms
- Tender type: onsite soil testing consultancy with milestone-based payment expectations
- Documentation: ensure submission of all required legal and financial documents per ATC guidance; confirm GST/PAN where required
- Compliance: adhere to Indian Army procurement norms and security/regulatory requirements
