Indian Army Kathua Insulation Tape and Electrical Accessories Tender 2026 - Compliance with IS Standards and 25% Quantity Variation

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a broad range of consumables and small mechanical items including insulation tape electrical, electrodes welding steel, M seal, Anabond tube, teflon tape, quick fix, ThreeBond paste, sealing paste, alcohol isopropyl technical, rust remover, abrasive cloth emery, and joint cork sheet SQM for delivery in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir (184101). The procurement covers multiple item categories across 12 BOQ entries, with quantities and unit details not disclosed. A key differentiator is the flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% variation at contract stage and during currency, at contracted rates, plus a staged delivery timeline linked to the original delivery order. The tender emphasizes strict adherence to delivery performance and option-based extensions while remaining within the original delivery framework. This opportunity targets suppliers capable of supplying a diverse set of specialty materials under a single contract with defined delivery risk management.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service scope includes: insulation tape electrical, electrodes welding steel, M seal, Anabond tube, TEFLON tape, quick fix, ThreeBond paste, sealing paste, technical isopropyl alcohol, rust remover, abrasive cloth emery, joint cork sheet SQM.
• No explicit technical specifications or standard codes are published in the tender data; bidders should prepare to demonstrate product authenticity and supplier capability for a mixed consumables portfolio.
• The absence of defined BOQ quantities indicates bidders must anticipate broad supply readiness, with federal procurement expectations around material traceability, packaging, and delivery readiness to a military location.
• Emphasis on reliability, timely delivery, and compliance with purchaser’s option clause for quantity fluctuations up to 25%.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity may be increased or decreased by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
• Delivery period calculations: based on the last date of the original delivery order; minimum extension time 30 days; extended period may adjust by (additional quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period.
• Bidders must comply with the option clause terms; no explicit EMD, payment terms, or GST details are provided in the available data.
• No tender ID, dates, or location details beyond Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir (184101) are included; bidders should seek formal clarification on exact submission documents and schedule.