Indian Army Copper Alloy Taps/Stop Valves Conforming to IS 8931 Tender 2025

Tender Overview

Indian Army invites bids for procurement of copper alloy taps/stop valves conforming to IS 8931 (Q3), bathroom water shower fittings (V2, Q3), soap dish cases (Q4), and wire mesh fabric per IS 1568 (Q3). The scope is supply-only with potential quantity adjustments up to 25%, and delivery timelines tied to original and extended periods. Key terms require ISO 9001 certification, BIS/type test certificates, and a 2-year warranty on supplied items. The procurement location is not specified in the notice, and the estimated value and EMD are not disclosed. The tender emphasizes material testing by the buyer and mandatory documentation for bid submission, including OEM authorization where applicable. This is a government supply contract under the Department of Military Affairs, with stringent conformity and quality control expectations. The unique aspect is the combination of multiple IS-cased bathroom fixtures under a single supply order and the option to scale quantities during the contract term.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: Copper alloy taps/stop valves (IS 8931), bathroom showers (V2, Q3), soap dish cases (Q4), wire mesh fabric per IS 1568 (Q3).
• Standards & certifications: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM; BIS license and type test certificates; Material Test Certificate to accompany supply; OEM authorization for distributors.
• Quality controls: Material test results to be validated by Buyer’s lab; acceptance based on lab outcomes; warranty specified at 2 years from supply finalization.
• Delivery & scope: Supply-only bid; quantity adjustments up to 25% at contract award or during currency; delivery period linked to order dates with extended time rules; supply must meet IS standards and product specifications listed in bid documents.
• Documentation & compliance: Include GSTIN, PAN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; MOAs or OEM authorizations; ensure all certificates uploaded with bid.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: No explicit EMD amount disclosed in the notice; bidders must attach standard bid security as per ATC.
• Experience & certification: ISO 9001 certification mandatory; BIS/type test and other certificates required; material test certificates to accompany supply; OEM authorization for authorized distributors.
• Delivery terms: Option clause allows 25% quantity variation; delivery schedules tied to last date of original delivery order; extended delivery calculations apply with minimum 30 days rule.
• Documentation & uploads: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor/OEM authorization; ensure all certificates requested in Product Specifications are uploaded; non-compliance leads to rejection.
• Warranty & penalties: 2-year warranty period from final delivery; penalties not detailed but implied through quality and timely delivery conditions.