Indian Army Goggles Procurement Leh Jammu & Kashmir 2026 – 3+ Years OEM Experience, 25% Option Clause, GST Terms

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks procurement of goggles and related accessories in Leh (Jammu & Kashmir 194101). The BOQ lists 5 items under the goggles category, including Goggles 3, Goggles battery, Goggles headband, Goggles power cable, and OTG cable goggles, with no explicit quantities or values disclosed. An option clause allows ±25% quantity variation at contract, with extended delivery calculated from the original delivery period. A 5-day window for Detailed Design Drawings prior to fabrication is mandated, with approvals guiding the delivery timeline. The tender emphasizes non-obsolescence, requiring products to have at least 3 years residual market life. GST implications are bidder-borne, with reimbursement as actuals up to quoted rates. A vendor-code process compels submission of PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. Experience must cover regular supply to Central/State Govt Organizations/PSUs for 3 years, through the OEM or through resellers.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Goggles and related accessories (Goggles 3, battery, headband, power cable, OTG cable)
• No explicit technical specs in tender data; emphasis on market life: at least 3 years residual life
• Delivery terms tied to approval of Detailed Design Drawings within 5 days of award; any Buyer delay shifts delivery without LD
• Obsolescence clause: offered items must not be end-of-life before the 3-year window
• GST is supplier’s responsibility; reimbursement capped to actuals or quoted rate, whichever is lower
• Required documents for vendor-code: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
• Experience: 3 years supplying similar Govt/PSU products, with contracts to be submitted

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option clause permits 0–25% quantity variation during contract; extension based on formula, min 30 days
• After award, Detailed Design Drawings must be approved; failure to approve timely may shift delivery without LD
• Bidders must ensure products are not obsolete and have at least 3 years residual market life
• GST compliance is bidder’s responsibility; reimbursement only to the extent of actuals or quoted GST rate
• Vendor-code documentation required: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate; submission with bid
• Experience criterion: 3 years Govt/PSU supply history; copies of relevant contracts to be provided