Procurement of Specialized Milling Cutters and Tooling for Armoured Vehicles

This tender, initiated by the Department of Defence Production under the Ministry of Defence, specifically from Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited in Tiruvallur, presents an opportunity for suppliers to provide critical tooling. Identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8187357, this procurement requires a total quantity of 65 units encompassing a diverse range of milling tools. The bid opens on 29-10-2026 at 9:12 AM and closes on 19-11-2026 at 3:00 PM. Key items include End Mill cutters with specifications such as DIA 20, approach length 150, and overall length (OAL) 200, all supplied with suitable ISO P40 inserts. Additionally, the tender calls for Insert Type End Mills with a DIA 16 cutting edge, shank DIA 14, and OAL 160mm. Face Mill Cutters with a DIA 40mm, designed for through-coolant applications and inclusive of necessary inserts and spares, are also a significant requirement. Finally, Face Milling Cutters with a DIA 50mm, specifically engineered for ramping and helical milling operations, and requiring suitable inserts with a minimum length of 14mm and P40 rating, are part of this comprehensive procurement package.