Indian Army Procurement: Clutch Cover & Disc Assembly, Clutch Release Bearing, Air Cleaner Elements & Wheel Cylinders Tender Darjeeling West Bengal 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs invites bids for multiple engine-related components including clutch cover and disc assembly, clutch release bearing, bearing pilot, air cleaner elements, and assembly wheel cylinder. The geographic focus is Darjeeling, West Bengal 734001. Bid scope references 6 total items in the BOQ, with quantity and unit details not disclosed. Key differentiators include the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation, and extended delivery calculations. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with the required financial turnover criteria for three preceding years and ensure OEM turnover criteria are met for the offered product. The procurement emphasizes OEM or authorized seller legitimacy for imported products. Deliverables align with defense procurement standards and supplier qualifications necessary for Army supply contracts. This tender highlights risk-sharing through quantity fluctuations and a structured compliance framework for certifications and financial viability. Unique aspects include the need to satisfy both bidder and OEM turnover benchmarks and adherence to ATC terms attached by the buyer.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical specifications are provided in the data; bidders should prepare to demonstrate capability for manufacturing or supply of the listed components: clutch system components, air cleaner elements, and wheel cylinder assemblies.
• In absence of explicit standards, emphasize OEM authorization, supplier traceability, and compatibility with Indian Army standard interfaces.
• Ensure readiness to supply with timely delivery, including extended delivery period calculations as per option clause. Emphasize capability to provide required certifications and audited financials for turnover criteria.
• If available, reference any implied defense procurement quality baselines and prior experience with similar mechanical assemblies.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financial security and compliant bid submissions are required per ATC. The buyer mandates the upload of certificates and documents in the bid package.
• Turnover criteria: minimum average annual turnover over the last three years must meet the value indicated in the bid document; for OEMs, the OEM turnover criterion applies and is evaluated for the offering product category.
• The clause permits up to 25% quantity fluctuation during contract execution and extended delivery periods calculated as (increased quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
• Importantly, OEMs for imported products must be registered with the appropriate authority; failure to meet these criteria may lead to rejection. Ensure all required ATC documents are submitted with the bid.