Indian Army Tower Bolts & Accessories Tender Chennai Tamil Nadu 2026 IS 204 BIS Marked

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) for procurement of multiple metallic fittings including Tower Bolts (Non-Ferrous Metals) as per IS 204 (Q2), Tower Bolts (Ferrous Metals) IS 204 (Q3), Lock Stoppers IS 1223 (Q3), Hasps and Staples IS 363 (Q3), Steel Butt Hinges IS 1341 (Q3), plus Wood screws (Q3) and Thinner For Epoxy Paints (BHEL) (Q3). The procurement location is Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600001. The specification emphasizes BIS marking and strict IS204 conformance, with test reports from approved laboratories on demand. Potential bidders should note the option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to ±25% and a delivery schedule tied to the original delivery period. Target bidders include suppliers with experience in government metal hardware and compliance with IS 204 Part 1/2. Competitive advantage comes from providing IS 204 Part 2 material types and evidence of test reports. This tender requires BIS marked items with precise dimensions and finishing as defined in IS 204 Part 2. Unique aspects include the requirement for test reports on demand and rigorous packing/marking aligned to IS 8.1 and IS 8.2.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Governing Specification: IS 204 (Part 1/Part 2), latest revision; conformity with ISI/BIS marked products.
• Material & Components: Aluminium alloy tubes/rods (Table 3, IS 204 Part 2); Brass sheets/cast/extruded (Table 3, IS 204 Part 2); Zinc base alloy die casting (Table 3, IS 204 Part 2).
• Product Types & Dimensions: Type and sub-type per IS 204 Cl 3.1; barrel vs skeleton tower bolts; dimensions as per Tables 1 and 2; thicknesses and hole counts per Table 1/2; socket lengths; barrel diameter/width; etc.
• Mechanical & Finishing: Fixing of knob with bolt (Cl 5.1.1); barrel/skeleton bolt construction per Cl 5.2.1/5.2.2; finish options and screw numbers; packing per IS 8.1/8.2 where applicable; shape and type filters for bolts.
• Quality & Testing: Availability of IS204 test reports from approved labs; test reports to be furnished on demand; conforming to IS 204 (Part 2) with proper marking and packaging.
• Delivery & Compliance: Delivery to Garrison Engineer Chennai; AS per buyer ATC, with option for pre/post inspection; BIS marking and ISI conformity required.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Performance: Not disclosed in data; bidders to prepare per ATC; ensure compliance with option clause of quantity adjustments up to 25%.
• Turnover & Experience: Bidder turnover requirement specified as minimum average annual turnover over the last three years; audited balance sheets or CA certificate to be uploaded.
• Delivery & Payment: Delivery at Garrison Engineer Chennai location; payment terms not explicitly stated—adhere to standard government terms; ensure GST compliance and bidding certificates.
• Documentation: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD documents, OEM authorizations, and technical compliance certificates as required in T&C. Bidder must maintain financial stability and non-litigation status.