Procurement of Spares for Rebuild of APCs at Heavy Industries Taxila

This tender invites bids for the procurement of spares required for the rebuild of Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) at Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), located in Taxila, Punjab. The Supply Chain Management Directorate of HIT is overseeing this procurement under the Ministry of Defence Production. The category primarily involves vehicles and auto parts essential for the refurbishment and maintenance of military APCs. The scope includes a detailed list of spares such as nuts, seals, screws, bumpers, gaskets, hoses, clamps, and other components conforming to military specifications and OEM standards. Delivery is expected within four months after contract signing, with the destination being the Heavy Rebuild Factory (M Series) at HIT Taxila. The procurement process follows the PPRA and MoDP rules, requiring firms to submit technical and financial proposals in separate sealed envelopes. The technical bid must include a muted bid security, and the financial bid must contain the actual bid security. The tender emphasizes strict compliance with technical specifications, quality assurance, and warranty obligations. Bidders must be registered with HIT or provide necessary documentation for provisional registration. Eligibility criteria exclude firms from India and Israel and those blacklisted or involved in corrupt practices. The tender requires a bid validity of 180 days extendable by 90 days, with earnest money deposits varying by firm registration status. PEC category and FBR/ATL compliance are mandatory, and firms must submit audited financial reports for the last three years. The contract includes provisions for advance payment guarantees, performance and warranty bank guarantees, and penalties for late delivery or non-compliance. Submission deadline is set for 20 January 2026 at 10:30 hours, with bid opening at 11:00 hours the same day at the Supply Chain Management Directorate, HIT Taxila. Bids must be dropped in the tender box at Gate No. 5, Heavy Industries Taxila Cantt. The tender process includes a technical evaluation followed by financial evaluation of technically qualified bids. Postal orders and bid securities must accompany the technical proposal. The tender also highlights the importance of compliance with the Official Secret Act and includes a non-disclosure agreement. Pro-Tip: Ensure all mandatory documents, including the postal order, bid security, and agency agreements, are correctly attached and signed. Pay special attention to the technical specifications and provide advance samples for key items as required. Missing or incomplete documentation is a common cause for disqualification. Also, verify the stamp duty payment as per the Stamp Duty Act 1899 to avoid legal complications.