Indian Army Spices Tender Kupwara Jammu & Kashmir 2026 - ISI/ISO Standards & Govt Supply 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for a broad spice and seasoning procurement package located in Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir (postal code 193221). The scope encompasses listed aromatics and masalas (Haldi, Mirchi, Dhaniya, Garam Masala 50 Gm, Sambar Masala 50 Gm, Chana Masala 50 Gm, Chicken/Mutton Masala 50 Gm, Elaichi variants, Saboot spices, Garlic, Mustard, Ajwain, Jeera, Hing, Vinegar, Sounf). Exact quantities and total estimated value are not specified in the provided data. A flexible quantity option clause allows up to 25% variation during contract execution. The tender emphasizes consortium collaboration and strict supplier responsibility, with required vendor-code creation procedures.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: assorted spice blends and raw spices as listed in the tender title (Haldi, Mirchi, Dhaniya, Garam Masala, Tej Patta, Jeera, Hing, Saboot Masoor, Sabut Maithi, Kasuri Maithi, Ajwain, Laung, Garlic, Mustard, Sabut Dhanya, Vinegar, Sounf).
• Key contract terms: option clause enabling 0–25% quantity variance, delivery period aligned to the last date of the original delivery order, extension rules with a minimum of 30 days; extended delivery time proportionate to quantity increase.
• Bidder code/documentation: PAN Card copy, GSTIN copy, Cancelled Cheque copy, EFT Mandate certified by bank; consortium is permitted with a designated leader; each member bears equal execution responsibility.
• Experience criteria: minimum 3 years of regularly manufacturing/supplying similar category products to Central/State Govt/PSU; annual turnover verification through audited statements or CA certificate; primary product value drives bunch-bid evaluation.
• Compliance expectations: active OEM involvement, evidence of prior govt contracts, and turnover evidence for last three completed financial years.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Consortium allowed: multiple sellers, equal responsibility; an undertaking to be uploaded.
• Experience: 3 years in Govt/PSU supply of identical/similar product category with contract copies.
• Turnover: minimum average annual turnover over last 3 financial years; turnover proof via audited balance sheets or CA certificate.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, bank EFT mandate, cancelled cheque; vendor-code creation documentation required with bid.
• Delivery terms: quantity variation up to 25% during contract and extended delivery timeframe rules; no explicit EMD value disclosed in the provided text.