Indian Army Stainless Steel Container Tender 50 KG K6/KND/NIV/BK 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for a K6/KND/NIV/BK category item described as "STAINLESS STEEL CONTAINER 50 KG". The procurement targets a verifiable supplier with a minimum 3 years track record in supplying similar government-grade equipment, supported by contracts with Central/State Govt bodies. The bid carries an EMD of ₹174,764 and requires compliance with non-disclosure and anti-obsolescence clauses. Installation or delivery scope appears to be nationwide within India, with an option to adjust quantity by up to 50% at contract, at contracted rates. Unique terms include vendor code requirements and GST handling guidance. Overall, the bid emphasizes long-term serviceability and market-life of products, ensuring OEM support and primary-product life across the contract period. This tender is positioned to favor firms with solid government procurement experience and strong compliance documentation, particularly OEM authorizations and financial stability proofs. The lack of BOQ items suggests a commodity-like container with standard specs, prioritized under strict eligibility and supply continuity expectations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: STAINLESS STEEL CONTAINER 50 KG in the K6/KND/NIV/BK category
• EMD: ₹174,764 (financing through applicable security deposit)
• Experience: minimum 3 years in supplying similar government-category products; provide contract copies for each year
• Eligibility: not under liquidation or bankruptcy; must upload PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
• Delivery/Option Clause: quantity may vary up to 50%; delivery period adjusts per formula; minimum extension 30 days
• GST: bidder to determine GST applicability; reimbursement as actuals or lower rate
• Non-Disclosure: mandatory NDA on bid on firm letterhead
• OEM/Brand: explicit requirement to demonstrate OEM/authorized supplier capacity
• Documentation: vendor code creation requires PAN, GSTIN, EFT, etc.
• Delivery Terms: terms indicate delivery from a defined start; acknowledgement of extended delivery timelines is required

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Deposit: ₹174,764 to be furnished as security
• Experience: 3 years with regular supply of similar products to Govt bodies; contracts to be provided
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate; NDA; OEM authorizations
• Tax: GST handling per actuals or lower rate; bidder to determine applicability
• Delivery & Quantity: option to increase/decrease by up to 50%; delivery period linked to original period; minimum 30 days extension
• Prohibition: bidder must not be under liquidation or court receivership
• Contractual Practice: adherence to end-of-life policy; product must not be declared obsolete by OEM within 1 year residual market life
• Confidentiality: NDA must be uploaded with bid
• Vendor Code: documents required for vendor code creation; EFT mandate verified by bank