4.32

Details to be given for issue of ARO

(a) Application shall specify:

(i) Name, description including specifications, where applicable, and quantity of items and

(ii) Individual value of items to be procured.

(b) An ARO may be issued along with Advance Authorisation / DFIA or subsequently, and its validity shall be co-terminus with validity of Advance Authorisation / DFIA.

(c) An ARO issued for procurement of an individual item shall be automatically valid for procurement from one or more indigenous sources.