Indo-Tibetan Border Police Spices Procurement Lohit Arunachal Pradesh IS 13446 IS 2443 FSSAI 2026

Tender Overview

Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) seeks the supply of spice and condiment products meeting FSSAI standards with valid FSSAI license and GMP compliance, for delivery in LOHIT, ARUNACHAL PRADESH 792001. The scope emphasizes pack size specification and form of cardamom per product requirements, with IS 2443 conformity for coriander varieties, and IS 13446 alignment for large cardamom. The bid permits a quantity adjustment up to 25% during contract execution, at contracted rates, with delivery time adjustments derived from the original period. An emphasis on ISO 9001 certification and a formal requirement for material test certificates accompanies the supply scope. The bidder must anticipate demand fluctuations and provide samples by bid close, as part of the ATC. This tender emphasizes traceability and compliance to FSSAI hygienic and sanitary standards and requires documented certifications as part of the bid submission.

Key differentiators include the combination of government procurement requirements, location-specific logistics, and strict regulatory compliance, with emphasis on packaging, labeling, and packing size across multiple spice categories, including turmeric, chili, cardamom, cumin, black pepper, coriander, and fenugreek. The tender aligns ITBP’s food-grade procurement with national safety standards and formal testing criteria, ensuring reliable supply to security forces in a challenging terrain.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Governing Standards: Compliance to FSSAI Standards and availability of a valid FSSAI License; Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP); ** hygienic/sanitary requirements** as per FSSAI regulations.
• Packing & Form: Specifications for packing size (kg) and form of cardamom; packaging markings aligned with IS/national rules.
• Quality & Certification: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM; include Material Test Certificate; upload BIS license and type-test/approval certificates as per product spec.
• Category Scope: Items include Turmeric, Chili, Large Cardamom (IS 13446), Cumin, Black Pepper, Coriander (V2 IS 2443), Fenugreek with respective grade and packing requirements.
• Delivery & Option Clause: Up to 25% quantity variation; delivery period adjustments based on the option clause; minimum extension logic stated.
• Sample Submission: Advance sample to be submitted by bid close; non-submission may lead to rejection.