Tender Title: EoI for Surface Air Supply Equipment & Water Shoes

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/5995360

Issued by: Central Armed Police Forces under the Ministry of Home Affairs

The Central Armed Police Forces invites Expression of Interest (EoI) from prospective bidders for the procurement of Surface Air Supply Equipment and Water Shoes. This initiative aims to equip our armed forces with high-quality, durable equipment essential for varied operational scenarios. The objective of this tender is to source effective equipment that meets stringent operational requirements while ensuring compliance with national safety standards.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The scope of work encompasses the supply and delivery of Surface Air Supply Equipment and Water Shoes. Key objectives include:

• Ensuring that the supplied equipment provides optimal performance in both challenging terrains and aquatic environments.
• Delivering products that comply with all relevant safety and quality standards.
• Fostering partnerships with capable suppliers to ensure timely and efficient delivery of equipment.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered eligible for this tender, bidders must meet the following criteria:

• Vendors should be registered entities with a valid business license.
• A record of previous dealings in similar supplies, especially with government or defense sectors.
• Demonstrable capability to deliver goods within stipulated timelines.

Technical Requirements

The items proposed under this EoI must conform to technical specifications as defined. These specifications will include details about material durability, weight, and operational functionality. Potential suppliers should be prepared to provide technical documentation and proof of compliance as part of their submissions.

Financial Requirements

Bidders need to provide a detailed financial proposal that includes prices for each item, taking into consideration the unit cost, total cost, and applicable taxes. Suppliers must ensure that their pricing reflects value for money while adhering to the budgetary guidelines of the Central Armed Police Forces.

Document Submission Details

All documents must be submitted electronically via the designated government procurement platform. Bidders should prepare and include the following:

• Company registration certificates
• Technical specifications of the offered products
• Financial proposals
• Any other supporting documentation that showcases the vendor’s capability.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. Special consideration will be given to bidders that fulfill certain criteria aimed at fostering local enterprise participation and innovation in production processes.

Evaluation Process

Submissions will undergo a thorough evaluation process where technical proposals will be assessed for compliance with the specified criteria. The financial aspects will be opened and reviewed after technical assessments are complete. Bidders will be ranked based on their overall score, which includes both technical and financial evaluations.

Delivery Locations

Successful bidders will be required to deliver the EoI items to specifically designated locations as per the details provided in the final procurement arrangement.

Contact Information

For additional information, potential bidders may reach out through the official procurement channels outlined in the tender documents.

Participants are encouraged to review the terms and conditions carefully and to adhere strictly to the submission guidelines to ensure their proposals are duly considered.