Procurement of Specialized Aluminium Slabs for Astra MK-I Air Launcher Production

This tender outlines a critical procurement opportunity from the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, for Bharat Dynamics Limited. Under Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8061756, dated 23-09-2026, and with the bid closing on 14-10-2026 at 5:00 PM, the organization is seeking to acquire a substantial quantity of specialized Aluminium Slabs. Specifically, the requirement encompasses Aluminium Slab-1, Grade AA2014-T652, in dimensions 315X215X95, designated for the Astra MK-I Air Launcher, and Aluminium Slab-2, also Grade AA2014-T652, in dimensions 250X215X125, for the Astra MK-IAir Launcher. The total quantity for these essential components is 1733 units. This procurement, originating from their Medak facility, is vital for the continued production and advancement of India's indigenous missile defense systems.