Indian Army Spice Procurement Tender Udhamur (Udampur) Jammu & Kashmir 2025 - ISI/ISO Compliant Spices & Red Chillies Tender

Tender Overview

The Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs invites bids for a spice procurement contract in Udhamur, Jammu & Kashmir (postal code 182101). The scope covers multiple spice categories including red chillies, mustard seed, turmeric, black pepper, tamarind, cloves, cardamom, coriander, cumin seed, and garlic. The BOQ lists 10 items, though item-specific quantities and units are not disclosed. The buyer emphasizes a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% variation at contract award and during execution. This procurement targets established suppliers capable of meeting bulk spice standards at contractual rates. A unique feature is the option-based delivery window tied to the original delivery timeline, with a minimum extension policy of 30 days. This tender is positioned to attract suppliers with robust spice sourcing and compliance capabilities.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: red chillies, mustard seed, turmeric, black pepper, tamarind, cloves, cardamom, coriander, cumin seed, garlic.
• Quantity flexibility: up to 25% increase in contract quantity both at order and during currency.
• Delivery timing: calculated extension is (additional quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days; extension may not exceed the original delivery period.
• BOQ status: 10 items listed, with N/A quantities/units in the current data; implies conditional price/quantity disclosure in final bid.
• Standards/Compliance: not specified in the provided data; bidders should anticipate standard spice quality norms and government supply requirements.
• Delivery destination: Udhamur, Jammu & Kashmir; local warehousing and supply logistics to a defense buyer.
• Experience: general eligibility implied; no explicit technical standards released in tender text.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• 25% quantity variation right for both initial order and during contract execution.
• Delivery extension policy requires minimum 30 days if extended; extension calculation based on proportion of additional quantity to original.
• EMD/financial terms: not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should prepare typical government tender security documents.
• Submission requirements: not detailed here; expected to include spice sourcing certificates, supplier registration, and compliance certifications.
• Conflict resolution: not specified; follow standard government procurement dispute mechanisms.
• Warranty/quality assurances: not specified; bidders should propose quality control and traceability for spice batches.