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54Latest Vacuum cleaner machine Tenders List

Latest Vacuum cleaner machine Tenders in India – Verified Leads & Real-Time Insights by Tender18

Finding the right Vacuum cleaner machine tenders in India’s competitive e-procurement ecosystem requires more than just access—it demands accurate data, real-time monitoring, and expert analysis.

At Tender18 Infotech Private Limited, we bring deep industry experience in government procurement to help businesses identify, evaluate, and win Vacuum cleaner machine tenders efficiently. With a centralized platform aggregating 1100+ live tenders, we provide a single, trusted source for opportunities from central, state, and PSU departments.


Real-Time Vacuum cleaner machine Tender Intelligence & Monitoring

Our advanced dashboard delivers actionable insights and structured tender data, enabling you to make faster and smarter bidding decisions.

We categorize Vacuum cleaner machine tenders into:

  • Supply Tenders – BOQs and specifications sourced from GeM and PSUs
  • Service Tenders – NITs and scope of work from CPPP and state portals
  • EPC Projects – Large-scale infrastructure tenders with financial and design data

✔ This structured approach ensures complete transparency and deeper bid analysis before submission.


Comprehensive Sources of Vacuum cleaner machine Tenders

Tender18 acts as a centralized gateway by aggregating tenders from trusted and official sources:

  • Central Government Portals – CPPP, NIC, and Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
  • Railways & Transport – IREPS and Metro Rail projects
  • Power & Energy PSUs – NTPC, ONGC, NHPC, PowerGrid
  • Defense & Strategic Sectors – MES and DRDO tenders
  • State e-Procurement Portals – Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, UP, and more

✔ Every listing is verified and regularly updated to maintain data accuracy and trust.


Step-by-Step Guide to Participate in Vacuum cleaner machine Tenders

1. Eligibility & Prequalification

Before bidding, ensure compliance with:

  • Financial turnover requirements (30–50% of tender value)
  • Past experience (2–3 similar projects)
  • Valid solvency certificate

2. Mandatory Documentation Checklist

Prepare the following to avoid disqualification:

  • Digital Signature Certificate (Class 3 DSC)
  • GST, PAN, MSME/Udyam registration
  • EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) or exemption proof
  • Technical bid with execution methodology

3. BOQ Analysis & Financial Bidding

The BOQ (Bill of Quantities) is the most critical component:

  • Analyze item-wise pricing
  • Ensure competitive yet sustainable quotes
  • Avoid underbidding risks (L1 pressure)

✔ Expert analysis can significantly improve your bid success ratio.


Why Tender18 is a Trusted Platform for Vacuum cleaner machine Tenders

✔ Proven Expertise in Government Procurement

We combine industry knowledge with practical bidding experience.

✔ Verified & Reliable Data

All Vacuum cleaner machine tenders are sourced from official portals and cross-checked for accuracy.

✔ Advanced Filtering Tools

Filter tenders by value, EMD, location, and category for precise targeting.

✔ Corrigendum & Update Tracking

Get instant alerts on deadline changes and specification updates.

✔ Historical Data Insights

Analyze past tender results to understand pricing trends and competition.

✔ End-to-End Bidding Support

From discovery to submission, including GeM onboarding and strategy.


Growth of Vacuum cleaner machine Sector in 2026

With the Government of India focusing on digital procurement and infrastructure expansion, the Vacuum cleaner machine sector has seen significant growth in e-tendering opportunities.

The rise of GeM-based procurement models like:

  • L1 Purchase
  • Direct Procurement
  • MSME-friendly policies

…has made it easier for startups and SMEs to participate and win contracts


Frequently Asked Questions (SEO Optimized)

How can I get daily Vacuum cleaner machine tender alerts?

You can register on Tender18 and select your preferred category. You will receive daily email alerts with all new Vacuum cleaner machine tenders.

Is EMD mandatory for all Vacuum cleaner machine tenders?

No, MSME and Udyam-registered businesses may get exemptions. Always check the NIT for specific conditions.

What is the difference between a Vacuum cleaner machine work tender and supply tender?

A supply tender involves delivering goods, while a work tender includes execution, labor, and project completion.

Can I access private Vacuum cleaner machine tenders on Tender18?

Yes, we also track major private sector and EPC tenders along with government opportunities.


Get Expert Support for Vacuum cleaner machine Tenders

Tender18 is more than a listing platform—we are your strategic partner in winning tenders.

Our services include:

  • Tender discovery & analysis
  • Documentation support
  • Bid strategy & submission
  • GeM registration & OEM onboarding

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T18 Ref No : 16808705
Location : jammu , jammu & kashmir
Source : GEM Tenders
LIVE TENDER
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T18 Ref No : 16901340
Location : nagpur , maharashtra
Source : GEM Tenders
LIVE TENDER
tender for ro water filtration unit 250 lph , plastic storage tank 1000 liters , air compressor machine , plastic crates , utility buckets , cctv surveillance system , fire extinguisher , smoke detector , fire alarm control panel , lab coat , microwave oven , robotic vacuum cleaner , loft trolley , ss table, supply installation and commissioning of laboratory equipment office utilities and safety appliances, capacity 250 liters per hour lph output flow rate structure skid heavy duty ss202 grade stainless steel frame skid raw water pump rwp rwp 50 single phase 0 5 motor vessel valves 10x54 inch frp fiber reinforced plastic pressure vessel with tm 25nb multi port valve mpv media high grade 2x4 white filter sand and activated carbon 600 iodine value dosing system 6 lph electronic dosing pump with 5 liter flow care antiscalant chemical container pre filtration 20x4 inch pp eco rp housing featuring 20x4 5 micron pp spun cartridge filter, capacity 1000 liters design loft plastic rectangular shape suitable for overhead or indoor storage material uv stabilized food grade heavy duty polyethylene, motor power 3 0 high efficiency motor working pressure up to 10 bar air pressure output application heavy duty pneumatic tools and lab instrument air supply, material high density polyethylene hdpe polypropylene pp features standard durable heavy duty stackable crate for laboratory material storage, material chemical resistant heavy duty industrial grade plastic features standard durable utility design equipped with a sturdy metal plastic handle, type high definition hd solar powered security camera setup components integrated recording setup dvr nvr local storage night vision and standalone solar panel with rechargeable battery back up, type industrial abc dry powder co2 fire extinguisher suitability class a b c and electrical hazard fire safety protection, sensor type photoelectric optical smoke sensor alert mechanisms built in high decibel sounder alarm and visual led indicator light, system type conventional multi zone fire alarm control panel display power integrated lcd display interface with automatic internal battery power backup, design unisex fit with lapel collar and patch pockets material white polyester cotton blend fabric, functionality multi stage program cooking heating and baking capabilities, type smart home mapping robotic floor cleaner features automatic floor cleaning surface mapping smart obstacle detection and self docking, material movemnet trolley ss 202 materail trolley size 620x520x925 mm shs 25x25 pipe for vertical members 12 thickness sheet panels for shelves 100 mm heavy duty castor with breaking arrangements, media pouring table ss size 1400mm length x 600mm width x 1000 mm height shs 40 x40 x12 thk for outer frame 12 thk sheet for table top bottom shelf table top provided with 10mm deep edge on all sides to avoid spilling provision of drain hole given for cleaning purpose 4 nos nylon adjuster provided for height level adjustment

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T18 Ref No : 16963182
Location : tondiarpet , tamil nadu
LIVE TENDER
auction or scrap of lot no - 1 lot name - metal scrap product type - miscellaneous category - miscellaneous items - 0.0 aluminium scrap - 45 kgs brass - 61 kgs iron/steel/machin ery scrap - 5239.5 kgs empty lub - oil drum’s scrap - 159 nos obm - 12 nos bicycle - 8 nos | lot no - 2 lot name - electrical scrap product type - electronics items category - compters/peripherals - 0.0 pcb group - e- waste-rule 2022 refrigerator/deep freezer(assorted size) - 15 nos electrical - 1326.5 kgs xerox machine - 3 nos washing machine - 13 nos air condition - 9 nos computer cpu - 52 nos printer - 45 nos fax machine - 1 nos micro oven - 5 nos ro clean unit - 11 nos binocular - 32 nos shredding machine - 12 nos television - 15 nos vacuum cleaner - 6 nos water cooler - 12 nos | lot no - 3 lot name - rope scrap product type - miscellaneous category - miscellaneous items - 0.0 rope poly propylene assorted sizes - 2287 kgs | lot no - 4 lot name - miscellaneous scrap product type - miscellaneous category - miscellaneous items - 0.0 plastic - 213.9 kgs cotton/canvas/ru bber/carpet/fiber - 170.3 kgs life raft - 9 nos tyre assorted type - 38 nos coir/pneumatic fender - 22 nos | lot no - 5 lot name - dirty lub oil product type - petroleum products category - used/ waste oil - 0.0 pcb group - waste spent/burnt oil/waste lube oil/waste engine oil dirty lub-oil with drums - 14191 ltrs | lot no - 6 lot name - battery scrap product type - electrical items category - battery - 0.0 pcb group - used batteries/lead acid batteries/lead acid cells & lead scrap battery 90 ah and above - 88 nos battery below 90 ah - 160 kgs

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T18 Ref No : 16883686
Location : palakkad , kerala
LIVE TENDER
auction of machinary, dust collector, 1250 kva distibution transformer, hydraulic rubber bale cutter and accessories. three roll type calendar, heavy duty mixing mill, cooling drum train tread rubber extruder, weighting kit for vileigh bridge, 700 mt hydraulic press, 60 mt hydraulic press. mainframe and cylinder piston assembly for 700 mt hydraulic press, main frame cylinder position assembly for 700 mt hydraulic press, k4 intermix auxiliary equipment with capacity 25 tonnes day. thermic fluid heat exchanger fire fluid heat exchanger and accessories, refurbished sheeting mill auxiliary equipments, batch off unit auxiliary equipments, buffing machine and solution mixer, conveyor for extruder and intermix, electronic weighing machine, moulds, m.s. chute for lintermix, pumps 5 hp and; 7.5 hp. welding machine, chain block and power tools. mold holding plate supporting leg and; accessories, ms skid, alfred herbert k4 intermix machine s.no. k4-13398, reverse osmosis system capacity 500 lph with dosing pump, ply glass vessel, multiport valve with accessories, density specific gravity tester and; height, lab equipments oscillating disc rheometer, tensile testing machine, hydraulic manual packing box, dumbbell cutting press). voltas make 3 ton capacity fork lifts specific gravity lab with pneumatic press, air conditioner tables and chairs, vacuum cleaner, pallet truck (6 nos.), pallet trolley (2 nos.), steel ladder pedestalfan, steel bench, table (4 nos. office room: cpu 12 nios, monitor, printer (hp and; epson), new steel tables size 4x16 (2 nos.) and 4x8 (1 no electricals: mv panel, mccb panel, rtcc panel, acb 2 nos. (2000a and; 1250a), indoor vcb 630a and electrical accessories
T18 Ref No : 16975891
Location : songadh , gujarat
Source : GEM Tenders
LIVE TENDER
corrigendum tender for et6340 various types of consumable fittings and tool tackles brass fitting1 , brass straight fitting , brass fitting2 , brass fitting3 , brass fitting4 , pressure guage fittings , brass connector straight , compression type brass , male dummy plug , connector male with nut1 , connector male with nut2 , half union coupling with flare nut , male connector assembly with one olive and one nut , brass wheel valve , gun metal gate valve , full wave brass gate valve , spray bottle manu hardcastle , cable lugs1 , cable lugs2 , seal putty fast curing , molykote , double ended fix spanner sets1 , double ended ring spanners sets2 , adjustable spanners1 , tool adjustable spanners , combination plier with ca sleeve , side cutting plier , adjustable spanners2 , single ended open jaw adjustable spanner , heavy duty pipe wrench1 , heavy duty pipe wrench2 , octagonal chisel1 , octagonal chisel2 , flat screw driver , allen key set1 , round file1 , round file2 , half round flat , 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Every year, central and state government departments release thousands of high-value contracts specifically dedicated to Vacuum Cleaner Machine. Whether it involves bulk material supply, executing specialized operational services, or end-to-end turnkey project execution, the demand for capable vendors in the Vacuum Cleaner Machine sector is massive.

At Tender18, we help businesses cut through the noise and exclusively target the exact work categories they specialize in. Instead of browsing through generic procurement sites, our platform isolates high-potential opportunities that match your specific industry capabilities.

Work Dynamics in the Vacuum Cleaner Machine Sector

Government requirements for this specific vertical generally fall into distinct procurement patterns:

  • Product & Material Supply: Tenders focused strictly on sourcing, testing, and delivering high-quality items that meet the exact technical specifications of the buyer.
  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Long-term hiring of expert agencies for routine maintenance, manpower deployment, or continuous operational management.
  • Execution & Turnkey Projects: Comprehensive contracts where the bidder is responsible for everything from raw material procurement to final site installation and testing.

By focusing purely on your core strength in Vacuum Cleaner Machine, you can build a highly profitable and stable pipeline of government clients.

Stop wasting time filtering through irrelevant notices. Our Vacuum Cleaner Machine Tender Information Service is engineered for precision. We track exact product codes, service names, and specialized work terms across all government portals nationwide. When a buyer publishes a requirement that matches your specific business profile, our system alerts you instantly.

Deep Technical Insights & Documentation For Vacuum Cleaner Machine Tenders

Bidding for specific works requires studying strict technical parameters. We provide immediate access to the core documents you need to evaluate the project:

  • Detailed Specifications & Drawings: Download the exact engineering guidelines, material testing standards, and quality benchmarks demanded by the buyer for Vacuum Cleaner Machine.
  • Financial BOQ Spreadsheets: Access the official blank pricing formats where you need to input your unit rates, tax configurations, and total bid value.
  • Real-Time Technical Amendments: If the buying department changes the product specifications, alters the service scope, or shifts the delivery timeline, we instantly update the parent file so you are never caught off-guard.

Winning a contract for Vacuum Cleaner Machine depends entirely on how perfectly your technical capabilities match the buyer’s demands. Even if you have the best product or service, a poorly formatted document or a missing compliance certificate will lead to instant technical rejection. Tender18’s Tender Bidding Service eliminates this risk by taking complete ownership of your digital submission.

Flawless Compliance & Portal Execution For Vacuum Cleaner Machine Tenders

Under this service, Tender18 assigns a Dedicated Experienced Technical Person to your profile. This expert handles the heavy lifting of the entire bidding cycle:

  • Capability Mapping: We thoroughly cross-check your past completion certificates, ISO standard proofs, and financial turnover against the strict eligibility criteria required for Vacuum Cleaner Machine bids.
  • Secure System Integration: Our technical desk seamlessly links your Class III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) with the required e-procurement servers to securely encrypt your technical and financial envelopes.
  • Error-Free Financial Uploads: We audit your quoted BOQ pricing sheets for any formula or formatting errors before the final upload, ensuring your bid is successfully locked before the portal's closing hours.

Government buyers are aggressively using the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) for the direct procurement of Vacuum Cleaner Machine. If your business profile is not accurately mapped on this portal, you remain practically invisible to these purchasing officers. Recognized as a trusted and expert GeM consultant, Tender18 offers specialized support to build, optimize, and maintain a highly visible vendor account for your business.

With an industry-leading support success ratio of over 95%, we handle the complex marketplace compliance so you can focus entirely on executing your orders

Expert Profile Management & Catalogue

Our dedicated consultants ensure your GeM presence is structurally perfect:

  • Precise Catalogue Listing: We upload and categorize your specific offerings under the exact search terms and parameters used by government buyers looking for Vacuum Cleaner Machine, ensuring maximum search visibility.
  • OEM Dashboard & Assessment: For original manufacturers and creators, we guide you through the mandatory Quality Council of India (QCI) vendor assessments to successfully unlock your official OEM panel.
  • Profile Compliance & Caution Money: We manage your statutory documentation, brand approvals, and caution money limits to keep your account immune from technical suspensions.

Strategic Live Bid Participation

Beyond setup, we actively drive your market participation. Our team expertly handles the digital paperwork and rate configurations for GeM Custom Bids and Reverse Auctions (RA) related to Vacuum Cleaner Machine, maximizing your chances of securing L1 status.

1.

How do I find government contracts exclusively matching my work in Vacuum Cleaner Machine?

The easiest way is through the Tender18 platform. Instead of searching department by department, our system uses advanced keyword matching to gather all live supply, service, and execution tenders related directly to your core business in one place.

2.

Do I need specific testing or quality certificates to apply for these contracts?

It heavily depends on the nature of the work. For supply contracts, buyers often ask for ISO certifications, BIS marks, or specific lab testing reports. For service contracts, they may ask for labor licenses or past performance certificates (work orders).

3.

What is a BOQ and why is it important for my bid?

The Bill of Quantities (BOQ) is the official financial Excel sheet where you enter your competitive prices. Any mistake in this file—like adding extra rows, changing formulas, or saving it in the wrong format—will cause the portal server to reject your entire bid.

4.

Are samples required to be submitted physically before the digital bid opens?

For many product-based Vacuum Cleaner Machine tenders, buying departments do ask bidders to submit physical samples to their office before the digital technical evaluation date. This requirement is always clearly mentioned in the official NIT document.

5.

How does the Dedicated Tender Expert from Tender18 help me?

Our assigned expert manages your total portal compliance. They extract the hidden rules from long tender PDFs, create a precise document checklist for your team, map your digital signature, and securely upload your technical and financial files onto the government servers.

6.

What is the role of a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)?

A Class III DSC is a secure USB device that contains your digital identity. You cannot upload a bid without it. It is used to securely encrypt and lock your sensitive price data and technical documents so no one can view them before the official opening date.

7.

As an MSME, can I get financial benefits when bidding for Vacuum Cleaner Machine?

Yes, the government strongly supports MSMEs. By uploading a valid Udyam Registration Certificate in the technical envelope, small businesses are frequently exempted from paying the initial Tender Document Fee and the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).

8.

Why should I list my services or products on GeM for this category?

GeM is now the primary digital marketplace for all government agencies. If you are properly cataloged for Vacuum Cleaner Machine, officers can view your profile and generate direct purchase orders or invite you to participate in exclusive Custom Bids.

9.

What makes Tender18 a reliable GeM support partner?

As a highly trusted and expert GeM consultant, Tender18 holds a proven support success ratio of over 95%. From flawless profile creation and complex catalogue mapping to OEM panel approvals and live Reverse Auction (RA) support, we handle it all seamlessly.

10.

What does "L1" mean in these government contracts?

"L1" stands for "Lowest Bidder 1". In government procurement, after all technical envelopes are approved, the financial sheets (BOQs) are opened. The bidder who has quoted the lowest compliant price for Vacuum Cleaner Machine is declared L1 and is generally awarded the contract