Indian Army Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) Defence Tender 2026 – DFS 423-2025 Packaging, FSSAI/BIS Compliance

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) under the Defence category. The procurement focuses on oil complying with established governing specifications, quality and hygiene standards, and packaging/marking requirements. Expect packaging per DFS 423-2025, FSSAI/BIS mandatory compliance, and a warranty clause. The scope includes potential quantity variation up to 50% at contracted rates, with delivery timelines linked to the original order and extended periods. Bidder participation requires standard documentation and bank-related mandates. This opportunity targets bidders capable of supplying oil that meets stringent defence-grade packaging and certification criteria, ensuring traceability and reliability for military logistics. The absence of BOQ items suggests a framework for supplier-driven quantity alignment and flexible delivery planning within the option clause. Unique differentiators include compliance to specific DFS packaging, and adherence to safety and quality norms for Defence use.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Oil Type: Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) with compliance to governing technical requirements
• Governing Standards: IS/ISO quality and hygiene standards aligned to defence procurement
• Packaging: ** DFS 423-2025** compliant packaging type, including packing and marking requirements
• Certifications: FSSAI and BIS mandatory certifications for packaging and labeling
• Warranty: Explicit warranty term for oil quality and supply continuity
• Quality Assurance: Adherence to listed quality and hygiene standards; packaging/marking to meet defence norms
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM/authorisation as required
• Delivery & Scope: Quantity flex up to 50% of bid quantity; delivery schedule tied to original order with extended period rules

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 50% at contracted rates; extended delivery time calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Delivery Timeline: Delivery period commences from last date of original delivery order; extension rules apply
• EMD/Financials: Not specified in data; bidders should anticipate standard EMD requirements per terms
• Documents: Copy of PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation documents
• Warranty: Warranty terms applicable to oil quality and supply reliability
• AtC/ATC: Referenced in buyer-added ATC document; ensure compliance with ATC terms