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The Indian Air Force, Department of Military Affairs, seeks Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) VRLA lead-acid batteries conforming to IS 15549 (Q3) for deployment in Barmer, Rajasthan. The procurement location is Barmer, Rajasthan 344001, with the project scope centered on reliable stationary battery storage for defense applications. Key differentiators include compliance with IS 15549 and a 48-month warranty with a defined usable life of 42 months from delivery, signaling a robust lifecycle expectation for field reliability. The opportunity targets suppliers experienced in military-grade VRLA technology and scheduled delivery readiness for secure, continuous operation in arid environments.
VRLA SMF sealed battery
IS 15549 (Q3) compliant
48-month warranty, 42-month usable life
Barmer, Rajasthan deployment
Desert climate suitability; maintenance-free design
IS 15549 conformity required for VRLA batteries
48-month warranty with 42-month usable life
Delivery to Barmer, Rajasthan 344001; timeline to be clarified
Payment terms to be defined by buyer; bidders should confirm milestones and schedule in response
Delivery window to be specified; bidders must propose firm delivery dates aligned with IAF requirements
LD provisions to be clarified; bidders should anticipate typical defense sector penalties for late delivery
Experience in supplying VRLA/SMF batteries to defense or government entities
Demonstrated IS 15549 (Q3) compliant product lineage
Financial capacity to undertake procurement with required EMD or security, if applicable
Quantity
15
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Warranty Period
48 months
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Stationary Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries (V3) Conforming To IS 15549 (Q3)
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Barmer
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Barmer | Barmer | - | - | 15 | 15 | - |
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GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
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GST certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates (defense/VRLA battery supply)
Financial statements
EMD/Security deposit (as applicable by purchaser)
Technical bid documents showing IS 15549 conformity
OEM authorization (if required by IS 15549/Q3)
Factory test reports and warranty documentation
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Bidders should verify IS 15549 (Q3) compliance, prepare GST, PAN, OEM authorizations and experience certificates, and submit a technical bid showing VRLA SMF battery capabilities. Confirm 48-month warranty with 42-month usable life from delivery, and ensure alignment with local delivery requirements in Barmer.
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorization, factory test reports, IS 15549 compliance certificates, and warranty terms. Attach evidence of maintenance-free VRLA battery production and desert-condition suitability.
Technical specs mandate Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) VRLA design with IS 15549 (Q3) conformity, desert-condition suitability, corrosion-resistant terminals, and a warranty of 48 months with a usable life of 42 months from delivery.
Delivery deadline details are not provided publicly; bidders must seek confirmation from the Indian Air Force procurement team and propose a firm delivery schedule aligned to defense deployment timelines.
Payment terms are not disclosed here; bidders should obtain the buyer’s schedule, potentially milestone-based payments linked to delivery and acceptance per civil-military procurement norms.
Warranty must cover a total of 48 months, with usable service life of 42 months from delivery. Provide warranty certificates and after-sales support commitments for the entire period.
Qualifying bidders should show prior supply of VRLA/SMF batteries to defense or government bodies, demonstrate IS 15549 conformity, and present financial stability with relevant certificates and OEM authorizations.
Obtain IS 15549 conformity certificates from the battery manufacturer, cross-check with third-party test reports, and ensure the product meets the standard’s Q3 requirements for stationary defense use in Barmer.