26 Defence items from local suppliers to boost Make in India

Defence Ministry approved the procurement of 26 defence items only from local suppliers to boost the “Make in India” initiative. Centre has issued Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order 2017 to promote the manufacturing and production of goods and services in India.

MoD has notified 127 items where purchase preference is given to local suppliers as per PPP-MII 2017.

It also aims to encourage procurement from local suppliers. The procuring entities shall procure these items only from local suppliers, irrespective of the purchase value, provided that the local suppliers meet the Minimum Local Content (MLC) as prescribed for each item.

MoD has already procured 26 out of 127 items from the local suppliers. The 26 items include helo landing grids, inflatable boats, oil pumps, high-temperature gasket among others.