Indian Army Department Of Military Affairs Spanners & Automotive Tools Tender 2026 - 14x15mm to 18x19mm, Hose, Gauges, Jacks, Mirrors & More

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for a broad catalog of mechanical hand tools and automotive components, including multiple metric spanner pairs (e.g., 14 x 17mm, 8 x 9, 9 x 11), open/double-ended wrenches, hose assemblies, gauges, bulbs, mirrors, and related accessories. The scope lists 44 items in the BOQ with unspecified individual quantities, and emphasizes supply of goods with delivery performance under contractual terms. A unique bid clause permits a quantity increase of up to 25% of bid quantity and 25% during contract currency at contracted rates, with delivery extensions calculated by a defined formula and a minimum of 30 days. The terms require bidders to demonstrate financial soundness and setup/availability of service infrastructure in the consignee state. This tender targets suppliers with a robust logistics capability, a national service footprint, and the ability to supply a diverse catalog of automotive and mechanical components to a defense setup. The tender’s differentiator lies in the expansive product mix, the option-based quantity adjustments, and mandatory service-center presence or rapid establishment within 30 days of award.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Industrial hand tools and automotive components (spanners, open spanners, speedometer cables, hoses, bulbs, gauges, mirrors, jack assemblies, wallet, coolant, oil seals, etc.)
• BOQ items: 44 total items with unspecified individual quantities; delivery is supply-only (scope of supply: goods)
• Delivery & installation: Delivery period expansion rules under the option clause; minimum 30 days for any extended delivery time; shipment readiness in accordance with contract terms
• Service & support: Functional service centers required in the state of each consignee location for carry-in warranty; if not present, must be established within 30 days of award; dedicated toll-free support for service
• Financials: Turnover criteria apply for last three completed financial years; documentary evidence via audited statements or CA/Cost Accountant certificate; PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate documents required
• Compliance: No explicit product standards listed; bidders must meet vendor qualification (non-liquidation, non-bankrupt) and provide undertaking

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity flexibility: Up to 25% increase/decrease in bid quantity; extended delivery time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Financial standing: Bidder must not be under liquidation or receivership; provide undertaking
• Documents: Submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; turnover evidence for last 3 years; audited balance sheets or CA/Cost Accountant certificate
• Scope: Supply of goods only; service centers/after-sales support mandatory or established within 30 days of award; dedicated service helpline required
• Warranty/penalties: Not explicitly stated; penalties or LD clauses not described in available data
• Misc: Bidder must maintain functional service footprint in the consignee state; option clause requires compliance with delivery-time rules; bidder must disclose financial and organizational capability to manage defense procurement