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Indian Air Force Handloom Towels Tender IS 854 Q2 BIS NABL Handloom Mark 2026

Bid Publish Date

06-Jul-2026, 10:37 am

Bid End Date

16-Jul-2026, 11:00 am

Location

CHANDIGARH , CHANDIGARH
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Quantity

300

Category

Handloom Cotton Turkish, Honeycomb and Huckaback Towels (V2) as per IS 854

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • Brand/OEM/Marking: Handloom Mark and Logo/Totem requirements
  • • Certifications: BIS Certification; IS 854 (Q2) compliance; NABL/ILAC or Central Govt Lab testing
  • • Technical: Turkish towel category; ground-to-pile ratio not applicable for Turkish towels; mass per square meter details
  • • Delivery/Quantity: ±25% quantity flex; extended delivery time calculations provided in option clause
  • • Penalties: Demurrage at 0.5% of contract value per day after 48 hours for rejected items
  • • Packaging: Original packing; net weight counting only; standardized packing weights
  • • Warranty/Life: Shelf life to match warranty period; latest manufacture conformity
  • • Submission: Advance samples required for bid-based orders; not applicable for direct buying

Tender Overview

The procurement is for the Indian Air Force, Department of Military Affairs, for handloom cotton towels (Turkish, Honeycomb and Huckaback) in IS 854 (Q2) category. Items are to meet BIS certification, Handloom Mark, and logo/totem requirements, with NABL/ILAC or Central Govt lab test conformity demonstrable on demand. Advance samples must be provided for buyer approval prior to bulk manufacture. The contract includes standard packaging and non-returnable packing material, and the option to adjust quantities by ±25% during contract execution. Regional focus is implied but not explicitly stated.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Organization: Indian Air Force; Product: Handloom towels (Turkish, Honeycomb, Huckaback) per IS 854 (Q2)
  • Standards/Certification: BIS Certification; Handloom Mark; Logo/Totem; NABL/ILAC or Central Government Lab test report for conformity
  • Product attributes: Towel Type, Variety No, Mass (g/m²), Size (cm x cm), Color, Weave; Ground to Pile Ratio not applicable for Turkish towels
  • Documentation/Testing: Availability of test reports on demand; advance samples for approval before bulk manufacture
  • Other: Supply in original packing; non-returnable packing material; latest manufacture with defined life; warranty alignment with item DFS

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • Option Clause: Quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency
  • Demurrage: Rejected items not lifted in 48 hours incur 0.5% of total contract value per day; unlifted items may be destroyed if not cleared within one month
  • Packing: Items packed in original packing; packing weight excluded from quantity; standardized packing weights only
  • Shelf Life/Warranty: Shelf life equal to warranty period as per item DFS; latest manufacture with 100% defined life at delivery
  • Warranty Clause: Specifies warranty terms to be integrated into contract
  • Note: EMD, delivery timelines, and specific submission documents are not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should seek explicit details from the buyer

Key Specifications

  • Product: Handloom towels (Turkish, Honeycomb, Huckaback) per IS 854 (Q2)

  • Standards: BIS Certification; Handloom Mark; Logo/Totem requirements

  • Measurements: Variety No, Mass (g/m²); Size (cm x cm); Color; Weave

  • Testing: NABL/ILAC or Central Govt Lab test reports on demand

  • Packaging: Original packing; standardized weights; net weight counted

  • Sample: Advance samples to be provided before bulk manufacture

Terms & Conditions

  • Option to vary contract quantity by ±25% with modified delivery timeline

  • Demurrage charges at 0.5% daily for unlifted, rejected items

  • Packing in original material; net weight basis for quantity

  • Shelf life equal to warranty period; latest manufacture compliance

  • Advance samples required for bid-based orders

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Payment terms are not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should verify terms with the buyer.

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period adjustments allowed under option clause; timing tied to order dates and extended periods.

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

0.5% demurrage per day for unlifted rejected items; destruction after one month if not claimed.

Bidder Eligibility

  • Prior experience in supplying handloom textiles or towels to government or defense agencies

  • Compliance with BIS and Handloom Mark requirements

  • Evidence of financial stability and capacity to supply in bulk

  • Ability to provide NABL/ILAC or Central Govt lab test conformity on demand

Additional Tender Data

Commercial Details

Tender Category

Goods

Bid To RA

No

Bid To RA Enabled

Yes

Item Category

Handloom Cotton Turkish, Honeycomb and Huckaback Towels (V2) as per IS 854 (Q2)

Delivery Details

Max Delivery Days

15

Delivery Locations

1

Delivery Cities

CHANDIGARH

Delivery Locations

ConsigneeAddressCityStatePincodeQuantityDelivery DaysAdditional Requirement
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MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT

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Technical Specifications 2 Items

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
Certification BIS Certification Yes, No
Manufacturing/Material Towel Type Turkish Towel
Manufacturing/Material Variety No, Mass (gram per square meter) Variety No-4, 500g, Variety No-7, 550g
Size Size (Length x Width) (cm x cm) 155 x 80
Color Color White
Weave Weave Terry Weave
Other Requirement Ground to Pile Ratio ( Not Applicable for towel other than Turkish Towel) 1:3
Logo and Marking Logo/ Totem Size, Design, Type and Location of Logo(s) as per buyer's requirement
Logo and Marking Handloom Mark Yes
Test Report Availability of Test Report from NABL/ ILAC accredited or Central Government Lab to prove conformity of products to the specification Yes
Test Report Test reports to be furnished to buyer on demand, if claimed to be available (hint: Not applicable if Test Report is not available) Yes
Advance Sample Agree to provide Advance Sample(s) for buyer's approval before commencement of bulk manufacture and supply ( Applicable in case of orders placed against bid and not applicable in case of Direct Buying) Yes

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates for similar towel supply

4

Financial statements or turnover evidence

5

EMD/Security deposit proof (if applicable)

6

Technical bid/compliance certificates for BIS/NABL/ILAC

7

OEM authorizations (if applicable)

8

Advance sample submission (as required)

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Key insights about CHANDIGARH tender market

How to bid for IS 854 towels tender in India Air Force 2026?

Bidders must provide BIS certification, Handloom Mark, and logo compliance, plus NABL/ILAC or Central Govt lab test conformity on demand. Submit advance samples for bid-based orders and ensure packing in original materials. Adhere to ±25% quantity option and 0.5% daily demurrage penalties if rejected.

What documents are required for handloom towel tender submission in Delhi?

Submit GST registration, PAN, company financials, experience certificates for similar towel supply, and BIS/NABL/ILAC certifications. Include OEM authorizations if applicable and advance sample delivery as per buyer's conditions to participate effectively.

What standards and certifications are mandatory for towels per IS 854 Q2 bid?

Mandatory BIS Certification, Handloom Mark, and a logo/totem requirement. Additionally, provide NABL/ILAC or Central Govt lab test reports on demand to prove conformity with IS 854 (Q2) towel specifications.

When is the delivery window for order quantities under the option clause?

The option clause allows ±25% quantity changes. Delivery periods commence from the last date of original delivery order, with extended time calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days, and may extend up to the original period.

What are the demurrage implications for towel supply contracts?

If rejected items are not lifted within 48 hours, demurrage charges accrue at 0.5% of total contract value per day. Unclaimed items after one month may be destroyed with no claim admitted; ensure timely pickup and clearance.

What packaging and weight rules apply to towel shipments?

Items must be in original packing with standardized weights; packing weight is not included in quantity. Net weight of towels is counted for contract delivery; non-standardized weights will not be accepted.

What is the role of advance samples in this towel tender?

Advance sample submission is required for bid-based orders to obtain buyer approval before bulk manufacture. Not applicable for direct buying; ensure timely sample provision to meet bid milestones and testing standards.

Which organization is procuring Turkish, Honeycomb, Huckaback towels in 2026?

The procurement is by the Indian Air Force, Department of Military Affairs, under a tender for handloom towels according to IS 854 (Q2) with BIS and Handloom Mark compliance, including NABL/ILAC test conformity on demand.

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