Contract Approval और Signing में Multi-Layer Bottleneck से Project Delay
Definition
Navy procedure [Para 38] requires contracts to be signed within 2 months of CFA approval. Multiple sequential approvals (CFA Stage 1 → CNC negotiation → DDG approval → CFA Stage 2) are mandatory before signing. Each stage gate adds 20-30 days. Delays in contract signing trigger: (a) supplier lead-time penalties; (b) material cost escalation (inflation 3-5% annually); (c) extended warranty costs.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: ₹15-40 Cr per major warship/vessel project (typical project cost ₹500-1000 Cr; 2-3% cost escalation from 30-60 day delays; multiplied across 4-5 concurrent projects at DPSU shipyards)
- Frequency: Per contract; 4-8 contracts annually across Cochin, Mazagon, Garden Reach yards
- Root Cause: Sequential approval architecture with no concurrent workflows. IFA consultation requirement for contracts >₹10 Cr adds serial gating.
Why This Matters
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Affected Stakeholders
Shipyard Project Manager, Contracts Officer, Supply Chain Manager, Navy SHQ Liaison
Action Plan
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Methodology & Sources
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