Tender Title:

Portable Fire Extinguishers and Fire Suppression Tools

Reference Number:

GEM/2025/B/6171074

Issuing Authority:

Department of Military Affairs, Ministry of Defence

Scope of Work and Objectives

This tender involves the procurement of Portable Fire Extinguishers (V3) compliant with BS EN Standards, alongside essential fire suppression tools including Extinguisher Fire Defence CO2 (2 Kg Capacity), Galvanized Mild Steel Fire Buckets as per IS 2546, and Fire Beaters. The primary objective is to ensure the availability of effective fire safety equipment for military use, aimed at enhancing fire response capabilities.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible participants must be registered suppliers of fire safety equipment and conform to all prescribed safety and quality standards. Registration with the appropriate government authorities is mandatory, in addition to meeting the technical specifications delineated in this tender.

Technical Requirements

Bidder submissions must demonstrate compliance with the following technical specifications:

• Fire extinguishers must meet BS EN Standards for portable devices.
• Fire buckets and tools must meet the IS 2546 standard.
• Specifications for CO2 fire extinguishers must adhere to recognized safety and quality benchmarks to ensure robust performance.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must submit their financial proposals indicating total costs, including taxes and any potential additional charges. Submissions will be evaluated based on competitiveness and overall value, consistent with established norms for military procurement.

Document Submission Details

All required documentation must be submitted electronically. Proper alignment with the prescribed formats is critical:

• Technical Proposal
• Financial Bid
• Certifications Submission should be made through the designated digital platform as specified in the tender guidelines without any misrepresentation of the details.

Special Provisions

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) are encouraged to participate, benefiting from specific relaxations in eligibility criteria and evaluation processes, aimed at promoting local suppliers and startups in line with governmental initiatives.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of received bids will involve a dual-phase process:

1. Technical Evaluation: Ensuring compliance with all technical standards and specifications.
2. Financial Evaluation: Assessing bids based on their financial competitiveness and overall value. Preference may be given to bids that demonstrate quality and compliance with Make in India initiatives.

Delivery Locations

Successful bidders will be required to deliver goods to specified military locations as outlined in the tender documents. Delivery timelines must adhere strictly to the manufacturer's lead times and logistical considerations.

Contact Information

For further information, potential bidders may refer to the contact avenues provided within the tender announcement platform, ensuring that all queries are directed to the appropriate officials within the Department of Military Affairs.