Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Spices Procurement Tender 2026 - ISI/AAA-TRTL Certified Masala Range

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, issues a spices procurement tender covering a range of wholesale spice categories including Turmeric Powder, Coriander Powder, Chili Powder, Cardamom, Cumin, Black Pepper, Cloves, Cinnamon, Bay Leaf, and various Masalas (Chicken, Biryani, Garam, Sabji, Paneer). The scope references 14 BOQ items with unspecified quantities and an unspecified estimated value. The procurement location is not disclosed, and delivery terms, end dates, and start dates are not provided. The tender emphasizes inspection, OEM turnover criteria, and the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contract rates. The unique differentiator lies in the combination of spice categories and pre-dispatch inspection regime at seller premises.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical specifications are published in the tender data.
• Key process terms include: pre-dispatch inspection at seller premises (buyer bears external inspection/testing charges), and in-house testing facilities provided by the seller at no cost to the buyer.
• Compliance expectations center on documentary turnover evidence for OEM (last 3 years, audited balance sheets or CA certificate), and eligibility to demonstrate average turnover as per bid document.
• The terms allow the buyer to exercise a quantity option up to 25% during or after contract formation, with delivery timelines recalculated accordingly, minimum 30 days if extended.
• No specific product standards (e.g., ISI, ISO) or brand/OEM restrictions are listed in the available data.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Quantity may increase/decrease up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates; delivery period adjusts with a minimum of 30 days for added time.
• OEM Turnover: OEM must meet the minimum average annual turnover for the last three financial years; evidence via audited balance sheets or CA certificate; if OEM is younger than 3 years, turnover is considered from post-constitution years.
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection by Buyer/Consignee or External Agency; inspection charges borne by Buyer; in-house testing by Seller at no cost.
• Documentation: Bidders must provide turnover evidence and evidence of compliance with terms; other typical bid documents implied but not itemized in the provided data.