Department of Defence Tender by Armed Forces Tribunal (GEM/2025/B/6207541)

Tender Title: 02 X FD TECH SHELTER

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6207541

Issuing Authority:
Department Name: Department of Defence
Ministry: Ministry of Defence

Scope of Work and Objectives

The objective of this tender is to procure materials and services required for the construction of FD (Field Defence) Tech Shelters. The project encompasses an array of specialized materials, including but not limited to, roofing sheets, wall cladding, puff panels of varying thicknesses, and essential construction materials designed to meet military standards. The total estimated quantity required for this project is 4187 units, highlighting the significant scale and operational scope involved.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for participation in this tender, bidders must be recognized legal entities and demonstrate their ability to provide high-quality construction materials. Specific eligibility criteria include:

• Proven experience in the field of construction or supply chain management for defence-related projects.
• Compliance with all regulatory requirements as stipulated by the Ministry of Defence.
• Financial capacity to fulfill the contract terms.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must comply with stringent technical requirements outlined in the tender documentation. Notable specifications include:

• Roof sheet and wall cladding must be 0.60 mm thick.
• Fuel panels must be 60 mm thick for walls and 40 mm thick for ceilings.
• Additional materials required include hollow iron, angle or flat iron, and various safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and lightning arresters.
• Quality and grade standards, particularly for Ordinary Portland Cement and stone aggregates, must be strictly adhered to.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to submit detailed financial proposals alongside their technical specifications. Financial statements must demonstrate the bidder's capability to handle large-scale orders and financial metrics that affirm stability, including:

• A valid Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as specified in the tender guidelines.
• Comprehensive payment terms to be detailed within the submission.

Document Submission Details

All required documents must be submitted through the specified online tender portal. Key documents include:

• Completed tender proposal form.
• Certificates of previous work experience, compliance with quality standards, and financial documents.
• All submissions must be in accepted digital format (PDF, DOCX, etc.) and adhere to the electronic submission guidelines.

Special Provisions

To encourage participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), this tender includes provisions that facilitate their involvement through relaxed eligibility criteria. Startups are also encouraged to participate, and additional support will be provided to promote adherence to 'Make in India' policies and local content requirements.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of submissions will follow a structured format, assessing both the technical and financial proposals. Key elements of the evaluation process include:

• Compliance with specified technical specifications and quality standards.
• Financial feasibility and overall pricing consideration.
• Bidders demonstrating local sourcing initiatives may receive bonus points during the evaluation.

Delivery Locations

The materials procured through this tender are to be delivered to designated military sites as specified in the tender documentation. The selected vendor will be responsible for coordinating logistics to ensure timely delivery of all materials in accordance with project timelines.

Contact Information

For any inquiries or clarifications regarding this tender, participants are encouraged to refer to the official website or contact the Department of Defence directly through their designated communication channels. Specific contact details can be found in the official tender publication.