[Procurement of Mandrels for Cold Swaging Machine] open

6.3/10

ADVANCED WEAPONS AND EQUIPMENT INDIA LTD-AWEIL

Ref: OFT/MMW/2025-26/GTE/P330H60021 · ID: 2026_AWEIL_272885_1

Category Machinery and Machining Tools

AI summary

This tender provides details about the project including scope of work, estimated value, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.

Overview

This tender is issued by Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Ltd (AWEIL) for the procurement of Mandrels for Cold Swaging Machine. The tender ID is 2026_AWEIL_272885_1, and it is categorized under Goods with a Single tender type.

Scope / Work

The scope involves the supply of mandrels as per the specified drawings (GFM Drg.SE.1517.020 and SE.1517.017-7). The work is to be completed at the Ordnance Factory Tiruchirappalli, with a total work period of 210 days. The bid validity is set for 180 days from the bid submission date.

Fees & EMD

  • Tender Fee: There is no tender fee required for this bid.
  • EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): The EMD amount is ₹553,786, which is a fixed fee payable to the CGM, Ordnance Factory Tiruchirappalli. No exemptions for EMD are allowed.

Key dates

  • Publish Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
  • Bid Submission Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
  • Bid Submission End Date: 14-May-2026 03:00 PM
  • Bid Opening Date: 15-May-2026 04:00 PM
  • Clarification Period: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM to 30-Apr-2026 05:00 PM
  • Document Download Period: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM to 14-May-2026 03:00 PM

Bidders are advised to carefully review the tender documents and ensure compliance with all requirements to avoid disqualification. The documents can be accessed through the provided link.

AI insights

Procurement of Mandrels for Cold Swaging Machine as per GFM Drg.SE.1517.020 and SE.1517.017-7

Risk factors

  • EMD size
  • tight timelines
  • bid validity
  • no tender fee

How good is this tender for you?

Business suitability analysis

Tender for supplying mandrels for a cold swaging machine.

Plain-language analysis covering money, competition, paperwork, timeline and who this tender realistically suits.

  • Heavy money commitment
  • Tight timelines
  • Niche expertise needed
6.3
/ 10
Opportunity score
Small business friendliness 7.0/10 Good
Startup suitability 7.0/10 Good
Money commitment 4.5/10 Moderate
Money lock-in 4.5/10 Moderate
Execution difficulty 3.0/10 Good
Paperwork load 5.0/10 Moderate
Expected competition 4.0/10 Moderate
Expertise needed 3.0/10 Good
Timeline pressure 3.0/10 Good
Bigger shape means a better fit for the bidder
  • MSME-friendly7.0
  • Startup-friendly7.0
  • Low competition6.0
  • Light on money5.5
  • Easy to execute7.0
  • Light paperwork5.0

What this tender is really about

This tender is for the supply of mandrels needed for a cold swaging machine. The work must be completed in 210 days, and bidders need to submit their bids within a specific timeframe. A significant security deposit is required.

What you gain if you win

  • Potential for a substantial contract value.
  • Opportunity to work with a government organization.
  • Possibility to establish long-term business relationships.

What could trip you up

  • High EMD amount may strain finances.
  • Tight timeline for project completion.
  • Need to meet specific technical requirements.

Who is this tender best suited for?

Recommended for

  • Established machinery suppliers
  • Local manufacturing firms
  • Mid-size engineering companies

May struggle with this

  • First-time bidders
  • Small shops without resources
  • New startups in manufacturing

Money side, in plain words

Upfront fees
There is no tender fee, which reduces upfront costs.
Security deposit (EMD)
The EMD of ₹553,786 is a significant upfront cost.
Money you must set aside
Funds will be tied up for at least 180 days.
Payment timing
Payments are made offline, which may delay cash flow.

What it takes to deliver

Kind of work
This is a supply contract for machinery components.
How long it takes
The work will take about seven months.
Skills you'll need
Technical knowledge in machinery and manufacturing processes is required.
Where the work happens
Work is to be done at a single location in Tamil Nadu.
Paperwork
The documentation load is moderate with two covers required.

Competition: who else might bid?

How open it is
This is a limited tender, not open to all.
Likely crowd
Expect a moderate number of bidders due to the niche requirement.
What helps you win
Bidders with prior experience in similar projects will have an advantage.

Practical things to think about

  • Review the technical specifications carefully to ensure compliance.
  • Plan your finances to accommodate the high EMD requirement.
  • Consider forming partnerships with experienced suppliers if needed.

Hidden challenges & gotchas

  • The EMD must be paid upfront, which can be a barrier.
  • The timeline for bid submission is relatively short.
  • Specific technical drawings must be followed closely.

In one paragraph

Supply mandrels for a cold swaging machine in Tamil Nadu.

Who should bid
Bidders with experience in supplying machinery components should consider this.
Who should probably skip
First-time bidders or those without technical expertise should look elsewhere.

AI-generated analysis based on structured tender metadata, financial figures, execution timelines, and procurement complexity factors. Actual eligibility, competition, and execution requirements may vary depending on the tender clauses and the evaluating department's criteria. Always read the official tender document before bidding.

Financials

Tender value Undisclosed
EMD amount ₹5,53,786 — payable to CGM,ORDNANCE FACTORY TIRUCHIRAPPALLI at TIRUCHIRAPPALLI
Tender fee ₹0.00 — payable to Nil at Nil

Payment mode Offline

Timeline

Publish date 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
Bid end 14-May-2026 03:00 PM
Opening date 15-May-2026 04:00 PM

Critical dates

From the portal detail page (all dates captured when available).

Published date 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
Bid opening date 15-May-2026 04:00 PM
Document download / sale start 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
Document download / sale end 14-May-2026 03:00 PM
Clarification start 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
Clarification end 30-Apr-2026 05:00 PM
Bid submission start 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
Bid submission end 14-May-2026 03:00 PM

Tender Documents

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ANNEXURE1.pdf 288.5 KB PDF
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AnnexureB.pdf 22.73 KB PDF
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BOQ_318442.xls 282 KB XLS
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COMPLIANCESTATEMENT2.pdf 102.69 KB PDF
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Drawing30mm.pdf 49.11 KB PDF
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DrgADgun.pdf 930.39 KB PDF
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Spec1.pdf 170.62 KB PDF
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Spec2.pdf 170.45 KB PDF
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Work details

Location, category, and schedule for this procurement.

Location ORDNANCE FACTORY TRICHIRAPPLLI
Category Machinery and Machining Tools
Period of work 210 days
Bid validity 180 days

Procurement of Mandrels for Cold Swaging Machine

Organisation chain

ADVANCED WEAPONS AND EQUIPMENT INDIA LTD-AWEIL||ORDNANCE FACTORY - TIRUCHIRAPALLI

Basic details

  • Tender reference: OFT/MMW/2025-26/GTE/P330H60021
  • Tender ID: 2026_AWEIL_272885_1
  • Tender type: Single
  • Form of contract: Supply
  • Tender category: Goods
  • No. of covers: 2
  • Payment mode: Offline
  • Withdrawal allowed: Yes

Work item

  • Work description: Procurement of Mandrels for Cold Swaging Machine as per GFM Drg.SE.1517.020 and SE.1517.017-7
  • NDA / pre-qualification: Please refer Tender documents
  • Independent external monitor / remarks: NOT APPLICABLE BEING THE ESTIMATED COST IS LESS THAN 5 CRORES.
  • Product category: Machinery and Machining Tools
  • Contract type: Tender
  • Location: ORDNANCE FACTORY TRICHIRAPPLLI
  • Pincode: 620016
  • Bid opening place: ORDNANCE FACTORY TRICHIRAPPLLI
  • Bid validity (days): 180
  • Period of work (days): 210

Fees & EMD

  • Tender fee (₹): 0.00
  • Fee payable to: Nil
  • Fee payable at: Nil
  • Tender fee exemption: No
  • EMD (₹): 5,53,786
  • EMD exemption: No
  • EMD type: fixed

Critical dates

  • Published: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
  • Bid opening: 15-May-2026 04:00 PM
  • Document download / sale start: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
  • Document download / sale end: 14-May-2026 03:00 PM
  • Bid submission start: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
  • Bid submission end: 14-May-2026 03:00 PM

Covers (bid packets)

  • 1 — Fee/PreQual/Technical — TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ,DRAWINGS,COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FORMS — .pdf
  • ANNEXTURE I,PSD,EMD, FORMAT — .pdf
  • FINANCE — .xls
  • 2 — Finance — FINANCE — .xls

Payment instruments

  • Offline: Demand Draft
  • Offline: FDR
  • Offline: Bank Guarantee

Tender inviting authority

  • Name: CGM
  • Address: ORDNANCE FACTORY TRICHIRAPPLLI

Tender basics

Tender type Single
Form of contract Supply
Tender category Goods
No. of covers 2
Organisation chain ADVANCED WEAPONS AND EQUIPMENT INDIA LTD-AWEIL||ORDNANCE FACTORY - TIRUCHIRAPALLI
Source portal etenders.gov.in

Covers (bid packets)

What to submit in each cover, as listed on the tender portal.

Cover no. Cover type Description Document type
1 Fee/PreQual/Technical TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ,DRAWINGS,COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FORMS .pdf
ANNEXTURE I,PSD,EMD, FORMAT .pdf
FINANCE .xls
2 Finance FINANCE .xls

Authority details

Inviting authority CGM
Address ORDNANCE FACTORY TRICHIRAPPLLI
Payment instruments Offline (Demand Draft) , Offline (FDR) , Offline (Bank Guarantee)

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