PM Vishwakarma Advance Program: Procurement of Advanced Tools and Equipment for Artisans

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This tender, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7918366, is issued by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, specifically through the Organisation Name "Development Commissioner (micro Small Medium Enterprises)" and the Office Name "Central Tool Room Training Centre". The tender pertains to the acquisition of a comprehensive range of tools for the "PM Vishwakarma Advance Program," with a total quantity of 174 items. The bid period opens on August 14, 2026, at 4:16 PM and closes on September 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The tender involves a diverse array of specialized equipment crucial for various craft and manufacturing activities. Key item categories include, but are not limited to, advanced ceramic working tools such as Clay Slab rollers with adjustable features and spur gear drive systems, and Artisans' workbenches with dust collection mechanisms. Precious metal working is supported by a Magnetic Polisher and a Pen Rhodium Set Up with plating consumables. Furthermore, the tender seeks machinery for material processing and finishing, including an Automatic Wire Drawing Machine, Electric Hammer Drills, Core Cutting Machines, Automatic Block-Cutting Machines, Angle Grinders, Combi Planers, Electric Miter Saws, Belt Sanding Machines, and Portable Air Compressors. For finer work and assembly, supplies such as Fine-tipped applicators, Textured Tools (stamps, combs, wooden dowels, sgraffito and carving tools, loop tools, carving knives, needles), Metal Scrapers, Glaze Dipping Tongs, Slab Rollers, Soaking Containers, Weaving Tools (leather stitching awls, scratch awls, brad awls), Thread or Twine, and Holding Clips are listed. The tender also addresses textile and sewing needs with a Light Duty Motorized Sewing Machine and a Women's Dress Form. Precision measurement and surface finishing are covered by a Self-levelling Digital Machine and Rotary Cutters. For workshops requiring controlled heating, Gas Kilns are specified. Finally, the procurement includes Hand Injection Moulding Machines with a 30-gram capacity, along with essential hand tools like Hammers, Rasps, Files, and Hot Glue Guns. This comprehensive list indicates a significant investment in equipping artisans and workshops to enhance skill development and production capabilities under the PM Vishwakarma Advance Program.