Indian Army Lead Acid Batteries Tender Ajmer Rajasthan IS 14257 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Lead Acid Storage Batteries for motor vehicles, lightweight with high cranking performance, conforming to IS 14257 (Q3) in Ajmer, Rajasthan. Estimated value not published; EMD is ₹22,704. Scope emphasizes OEM-installed battery solutions with 5-h rate capacity referenced to IS 14257 Table 2, and motor vehicle power requirements. Unique aspects include mandatory data sheet cross-verification, and prohibition on obsolete products with at least 1 year residual market life. Consortiums allowed with a single leader and joint responsibility; installation, commissioning, testing, and training to be conducted by OEM or OEM-certified resources. This tender targets suppliers who routinely service Central/State Govt/PSU contracts and can supply data-backed battery solutions meeting govt procurement standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Lead Acid Storage Batteries for motor vehicles (V2) with light weight, high cranking performance; IS 14257 (Q3) compliance
• Standard reference: IS 14257 (Table 2 reference for 20 h rate capacity)
• Capacity references: 5-h rate capacity with reference to 20 h rate capacity per IS 14257; exact values not disclosed in the summary but to be quoted per specification
• Materials/Construction: Automotive applications, lightweight construction, suitable for high cranking loads
• Documentation: Data Sheet of offered product; data-sheet matching with technical parameters is mandatory
• OEM/Reseller: Installation/testing/training by OEM or OEM-certified resource; supplier must demonstrate capability

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹22,704 (as per tender)
• Experience: Manufacturer/supplier (or OEM via reseller) with 3+ years of regularly supplied similar batteries to Govt bodies; contracts to be documented
• Consortium: Allowed; one member leads; all members share full contractual responsibility
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; data sheet; End User Certificate if requested; bid to include OEM authorization where applicable
• Obsolescence: Bid only for products with at least 1 year residual market life
• GST: Supplier bears applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or capped at quoted rate
• Delivery/Installation: OEM-certified resources to perform on-site installation/commissioning/testing; hazardous materials handling not specifically detailed in this summary