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Thinner for Synthetic Paint and Varnishes Conforming to IS 14314,Thinner for Synthetic Paint and Va

Ministry of Defence

Ministry of Defence in India is inviting bids for “Thinner for Synthetic Paint and Varnishes Conforming to IS 14314,Thinner for Synthetic Paint and Va”. Bids close on 14 October 2026, 21:00 IST. Reference: GEM/2026/B/8114560. Who can bid: Bidder must have average annual turnover of at least 1 lakh over the last three years; Bidder or its OEM must have supplied similar products to government or PSU for three years. askTender lists every requirement to qualify and checks whether your company meets them.

The tender in brief

Supply of paint thinner to the Indian Army, for makers or authorised sellers with three years of similar supply experience

The Indian Army is buying thinner for synthetic paint and varnishes conforming to IS 14314, in two schedules of 633 and 792 units, delivered to Calcutta South Division within 30 days. The contract covers supply of goods only, with a one-year warranty and inspection by a board of officers.

Who can win it

  • Bidder must have average annual turnover of at least 1 lakh over the last three years
  • Bidder or its OEM must have supplied similar products to government or PSU for three years
  • Bidder or OEM must be registered or empanelled with DGQA/OFB/Ord Depot for the goods

Key facts

Contract period
Delivery within 30 days; warranty 1 year from final acceptance
How bids are judged
Item-wise evaluation, then reverse auction among technically qualified bidders except highest priced
Published
04 Oct 2026
Reference
GEM/2026/B/8114560

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