Tender Title: Supply of Arming Wire
Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6151105

Issuing Authority/Department:
Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence

Scope of Work and Objectives:

This tender invites bids for the supply of arming wire made of stainless spring steel to specified standards. The wire must meet the quality and durability requirements outlined in IS: 4454: 2001 PT(IV) GD 2 and shall have a diameter of 1.4 mm and a length of 3500 mm. The total quantity required is 1390 units. The primary objective is to ensure that the supplied materials are of superior quality and comply with the applicable standards to support defense production activities.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible to participate in this tender, bidders must be registered entities in accordance with local procurement regulations. Interested parties should also demonstrate their capability by providing evidence of prior purchases or supplies of similar products. Compliance with the technical specifications mentioned in this document will be mandatory.

Technical Requirements:

Bidders must provide certification that the proposed arming wire meets or exceeds the specifications detailed in IS: 4454: 2001 PT(IV) GD 2. This includes the tensile strength, corrosion resistance, and other mechanical properties essential for use in defense purposes.

Financial Requirements:

Bidders are required to submit a Bid Security / Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as part of their tender submission. In addition, the proposed prices must reflect consideration for quality while being competitive in the market.

Document Submission Details:

All documentation must be submitted electronically through the designated bidding platform. Each submission should include technical bids, financial proposals, and any supporting documents, ensuring that they are in the accepted formats specified in the tender guidelines.

Special Provisions:

This tender would potentially offer benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, aimed at encouraging participation from smaller companies. MSEs may be eligible for price preferences or special allowances in the evaluation process.

Evaluation Process:

Bids will be evaluated based on the completeness of submitted documentation, compliance with technical specifications, and overall cost-effectiveness. Factors such as quality standards, previous supplier performance, and delivery timelines will be taken into consideration to ensure the selection of the most capable vendor.

Delivery Locations:

Supplies need to be delivered to specified locations as detailed in the tender documentation. Bidders are encouraged to consider logistics in their proposals to ensure timely delivery.

Contact Information:

For inquiries related to this tender, bidders are encouraged to reach out to the official department contacts provided through the bidding platform. Detailed contact information is available for participants upon registration.

This procurement initiative emphasizes the commitment to high standards in defense production through the acquisition of quality components necessary for manufacturing processes. Vendors are encouraged to submit comprehensive and competitive bids that fulfil the outlined requirements.