Developing Next-Generation Polymer Cased (PCA) and Cased Telescopic (CAT) Ammunition

Work Description - Development Of Polymer Cased Ammunition (pca) And Cased Telescopic Ammunition (cat)

The Department of Defence Research and Development, a Central Government Ministry/Department, invites bids for the critical project titled "Development of Polymer Cased Ammunition (PCA) and Cased Telescopic Ammunition (CAT)". This is an Open Tender for the supply of goods, issued under Tender Reference Number ARDE/27EOI002/Polymer Cased Ammunition/CMS1 by VIJAY MISHRA, SC F, from ARDE PASHAN PUNE. The tender was e-published on 25-Jun-2026 at 05:00 PM, with document downloads commencing from 25-Jun-2026 at 05:15 PM and bid submission starting at 05:20 PM on the same day. A crucial pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 14-Jul-2026 at 10:30 AM at the INFANTRY AMMUNITION CONFERENCE HALL, ARDE PASHAN PUNE, providing an opportunity for clarifications. The deadline for both document download and bid submission is 23-Jul-2026 at 05:00 PM, with bids set to be opened on 24-Jul-2026 at 03:00 PM at MMD ARDE PASHAN PUNE. Notably, there is no Tender Fee or Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required, and the tender encourages compliance with 'MAKE IN INDIA' initiatives, indicating a focus on indigenous development and production for this vital defence requirement. Prospective bidders are urged to review all comprehensive tender documents, including technical specifications and commercial terms, for full details.