Procurement of Essential Consumables for Maintenance and Operations

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This tender describes an urgent requirement from the Department of Military Affairs, Indian Army, Ministry of Defence, for a diverse range of essential consumables. The bid, identified by number GEM/2026/B/7953958, is open from 24-08-2026 at 11:58 AM and closes on 03-09-2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement encompasses a substantial total quantity of 11952 units across various categories. These include critical soldering and jointing compounds like flux soldering paste, tin 100 gm, and M Seal putty to specific specifications, alongside synthetic resin adhesives like Araldite AY 103. The order also calls for high-purity chemicals such as pure sulphuric acid and technical-grade sodium hydroxide and soda ash. A significant portion of the tender is dedicated to welding consumables, specifically steel armour welding electrodes in 5.0 mm and 6.0 mm diameters, as well as general-purpose mild steel welding electrodes in 3.15 mm and 4.0 mm sizes. Furthermore, a comprehensive selection of paints is required, including RFU synthetic enamel in various finishes and colours (black, azure blue, luck green, dark admiral grey, golden yellow, dark brown, and sand colour as per tint slip), alongside RFU priming paint (red oxide of iron zinc chromate) and a thinner. Paint remover (flammable solvent type) and turpentine oil are also listed. The tender further specifies insulating tape (cotton white bleached 19 mm), cotton asbestos tape (3.3mm), packing gasket board (0.2-0.3 mm), coloured cotton waste, heavy-duty nylon sewing thread (khaki, 1000 meters), and various types of white bleached cloth including muslin and long cloth (91 cm wide). Additional items include corrugated rubber matting (900mm wide, 3.18mm thick), black leather cloth, brass terminal clamping bolts, brass battery terminal clamping nuts, and steel split cotter pins in both 2.5 x 25 mm and 1.6 x 25 mm sizes, along with brass split pins of 0.8 x 10 mm diameter. This broad spectrum of materials indicates a need for comprehensive support for maintenance, repair, and operational activities within the organization.