Indian Air Force Aircraft Ground Support Equipment and Maintenance Systems Procurement

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This tender, originating from the **Indian Air Force**, under the **Department of Military Affairs** and the **Ministry of Defence**, represents an urgent requirement for a comprehensive suite of aircraft ground support equipment and maintenance systems. With **Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7792729**, issued on **15-07-2026**, prospective bidders are invited to submit their proposals between **25-08-2026 at 10:00 AM** and **26-08-2026 at 10:00 AM**. The procurement encompasses a substantial **Total Quantity of 79 items**, critically including a diverse range of specialized equipment such as propeller dollies, trailer lift wheels, fuel preservation systems, munitions trailers, and various maintenance platforms (B-7 and B-2). Furthermore, the tender specifies the need for critical lifting and support apparatus like scissors lift assemblies, nose gear dollies, fuel tank trailers (400 and 200-gallon capacities), portable aircraft wash units, and a 35-ton portable jacking system, alongside 10-ton and 30-ton hydraulic and wing jacks respectively. Essential maintenance tools including external cradle assemblies, maintenance carts, and a Halon 1211 fire extinguisher filler and bleeder unit are also part of this vital acquisition. The scope extends to advanced operational support with a requirement for an oxygen/nitrogen generating plant in compressed mode (AFM32), a hydraulic system test stand (AIM27T-I3), fuel cell ventilation systems, and a JG lift vehicle. This procurement is essential for maintaining the operational readiness and efficiency of the Indian Air Force's aviation assets, demanding suppliers with proven capabilities in delivering high-quality, specialized aerospace ground equipment.