Indian Army Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) Defence Tender Pathankot Punjab 2026 ISO/DFS 420-2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) intended for defence use, located in Pathankot, Punjab 143534. The procurement scope centers on a packaged edible oil conforming to DFS 420-2025 packaging standards. The EMD is ₹68,453, signaling a mid-range supply contract. Bidders should expect a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 50% quantity variation at contract placement and during currency, with delivery windows tied to the last delivery order date. Emphasis on compliant oil type and packaging marks a high-precision, standards-driven supply for defence kitchens or stores.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product type: Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) for defence use
• Packaging: DFS 420-2025 compliant packaging and marking
• Compliance: Adherence to the Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements for oil types and overall standard read-and-understood
• Standards/Testing: Oil must meet applicable governing specifications; documentation to confirm compliance required
• Quantity notes: Option clause allows up to 50% increase/decrease; delivery starts after last order date; extended delivery calculated by extended quantity proportion, minimum 30 days
• Location: Pathankot, Punjab (143534) for supply and delivery to designated military depots
• Quality assurance: Oil must fulfill defence-grade quality assurances as per buyer-added terms
• Documentation: Supplier to provide IS/ISO style compliance and packaging certifications as applicable
• Bid readiness: Ensure packaging, shelf-life, and labeling align with defence procurement expectations

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹68,453 as security deposit for bid participation
• Delivery terms: Delivery period aligned with last delivery order date; extension provisions via option clause, minimum 30 days
• Price adjustments: Option to modify quantity up to 50% during contract period at contracted rates
• Documentation: GST registration, PAN, company financials, experience evidence, and packaging certifications
• ATC/ATCD: Compliance with buyer-uploaded ATC terms and conditions
• Warranty/penalties: Not explicitly stated; ensure compliance with defence contract penalties where applicable
• Delivery locations: Likely deployed to defence depots in Pathankot area; confirm exact depot addresses during bid submission
• Validity & compliance: Oil must be V4 grade and DFS 420-2025 packaging conformity
• Restrictions: No BOQ items; focus on compliance and packaging integrity for defence supply