Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Security Equipment Tender 2026 ISO 9001 BIS BIS-validated Supply 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs invites bids for a security equipment procurement with an EMD of ₹174,000. While exact itemized BOQ specifications are not published, the tender enforces ISO 9001 certification for bidders or OEMs and requires BIS licenses and type-test certificates. A pre-supply advance sample is mandatory within 5 days of award, with buyer-approved modifications within 5 days; bulk supply must align with approved samples. The purchaser reserves a 25% quantity option during contract and currency, with delivery timelines linked to the original order date and extended periods, ensuring minimum 30 days of additional time. This tender emphasizes certificate uploads, and adherence to contract modifications if delays occur from buyer approvals. Unique aspects include a sample approval process and a flexible quantity clause while maintaining contract rates. The opportunity targets suppliers capable of quality management compliance and rapid sample-to-production workflows. This procurement aligns with government security equipment standards and bulk-supply readiness in a defense context, requiring formal documentation and strict conformance to buyer-specified standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM
• Certifications: BIS licence, type test certificates, other prescribed approvals
• EMD: ₹174,000 (amounts/means unspecified in the data beyond the figure)
• Sample process: advance sample within 5 days post-award; buyer to provide modification list within 5 days; bulk supply must follow approved sample; delay in approval adjusts delivery without LD
• Quantity flexibility: option to increase up to 25% of bid/contract quantity; extended period calculations follow specified formula with minimum 30 days
• Delivery: tied to original delivery order date; additional time rules apply when options exercised
• Documentation: upload all required certificates and compliance documents with bid submission
• Other: no explicit product specifications published; emphasis on quality, approvals, and process controls

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹174,000; payment terms not specified in detail (needs bidder confirmation)
• Quality/Certification: ISO 9001 (bidder or OEM); BIS licence and type test certificates required
• Advance Sample: 5 days post-award for samples; approval or modification list within 5 days; bulk supply per approved sample
• Delivery: option to extend up to original delivery period; minimum 30 days if extended; delivery commences after order date
• Documentation: upload required certificates with bid; ensure all ATC/Corrigendum documents (if any) are included
• Variation Clause: quantity may change by ±25% during contract and currency as per option clause
• Warranty/Acceptance: not explicitly stated; acceptance relies on compliance with approved sample and standards