Indian Army Plywood for General Purposes IS 303 (V3) Marked Tender 2026

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for procurement of Plywood for General Purposes marked to IS 303 (V3) (Q2). The tender indicates an EMD of ₹1000 and specifies BIS-marked plywood with bond strength-based grade, formaldehyde Class, and surface quality as per two-surface quality requirements. Dimensions include tolerances: width +3 mm / -1 mm, length +6 mm / -3 mm, with thickness defined in the tender. The scope centers on supply and conformity to IS 303 (V3), including standard test reports and on-site or pre-dispatch inspections as applicable. The contract highlights a Buyer's requirement for a functional Service Centre in the state of each consignee or establishment within 30 days of award, with payment release contingent on evidence of service capability. A post-receipt inspection and advance sample approval are mandated before bulk supply. The BOQ shows zero items, implying a standards- and certification-focused procurement rather than a quantity-driven award. This creates a commodity-like yet standards-driven tender in the government category for plywood products in a defense context.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Plywood for general purposes; IS 303 (V3); BIS marked plywood status
• Key specifications: bond-strength grade, formaldehyde class, surface quality per Tables 1 and 2, width tolerance (+3/-1) mm, length tolerance (+6/-3) mm, thickness specification
• Standards & testing: IS 303 (V3); required test report type; governing standard confirmed; BIS marking confirmation
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch inspection not applicable per ATC; advance sample approval within 7 days of award
• Delivery/ownership: supply per approved sample; potential delay adjustments if sample approval is late; service centers to be established within 30 days if not existing
• Value & scope cues: EMD ₹1000; no BOQ items; turnover criteria to be demonstrated in bid documents

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹1000; payable to the buyer; documentary evidence required
• Service centes: must have functional service centre in each consignee state or establish within 30 days; payment after submission of evidence
• Sample approval: submit 1 advance sample within 7 days post-award; modify as per buyer’s list within 7 days; bulk supply aligned to approved sample
• Turnover requirement: minimum average annual turnover over last 3 years as per bid document; audited statements or CA certificate required
• Inspection: post-receipt inspection by Board of Officer; pre-dispatch inspection not selected
• Warranty/claims: not explicitly detailed; suppliers should be prepared for post-delivery inspection outcomes and compliance with IS 303 (V3) and BIS standards