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Indian Army Spices Procurement Ajmer Rajasthan IS 13446 IS 2443 IS 3576 IS 4404 IS 5955 IS 2323 2025

Posted

25 Oct 2025, 10:36 am

Deadline

03 Nov 2025, 11:00 am

Location

AJMER , RAJASTHAN

Latest Corrigendum Available

Progress

Issue25 Oct 2025, 10:36 am

Corrigendum31 Oct 2025

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Quantity

116

Key Highlights

• Spice procurement in Ajmer, Rajasthan for multiple IS-standard categories
• FSSAI licence and Good Manufacturing Practice compliance mandatory
• 25% quantity variation option during/after contract with contracted rates
• Packing size, net content, and form requirements per IS standards
• PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate required with bid
• Hygiene, pesticide residue and contaminant controls to meet quality norms
• Vendor eligibility aligned with government procurement processes

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks supply of multiple spice and condiment products in Ajmer, Rajasthan, under IS 13446 and IS 2443/IS 2323/IS 3576/IS 4404/IS 5955 categories. Products include Black Pepper, Chili, Large Cardamom, Coriander, Mustard, Turmeric, Cloves, Tamarind Concentrate, and Cumin with specified quality and packaging standards. The tender emphasizes FSSAI licensing, GMP compliance, and hygienic processing with clear packing size requirements. A unique feature is the flexible quantity option clause allowing up to 25% variation during and after contract award at contracted rates. This opportunity targets vendors with robust spice handling capabilities and compliance with government procurement norms in Ajmer.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

Governing Standards: IS 13446, IS 2443 (for packing and form), IS 2323, IS 3576, IS 4404, IS 5955; FSSAI licence and GMP as per FSSAI; Hygienic and sanitary processing, absence of moulds, pests, and metallic contaminants.
Packing & Form: Packing size and net content per pack as per IS and packaging norms; form of cardamom; color, odour, flavour, and defect controls.
Product Scope: Spices and condiments including Black Pepper, Chili, Large Cardamom, Coriander, Mustard, Turmeric, Cloves, Tamarind Concentrate, Cumin with grade details (V2, Q3-Q4) and required quality attributes.
Quality & Compliance: Odour, flavour, colour and absence of extraneous matter; pesticide residues and metallic contaminants; processing hygiene; packaging integrity.
Delivery & Documentation: Packing standards and marks; valid vendor credentials; PAN, GST, and bank EFT mandate.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

EMD and Financials: Not specified in provided data; bidders must meet standard vendor eligibility including PAN, GST, EFT mandate, and canceled cheque submission.
Delivery Flexibility: Up to 25% quantity variation during and after award; delivery period adjusted per formula with a minimum 30 days.
Documentation: Submission of PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate certificates with bid; OEM authorizations may be required for brand-specific items.
Compliance: Adherence to FSSAI licencing, GMP, and hygienic processing norms; packing and marking as per IS standards; adherence to option clause by the Purchaser.

Key Specifications

IS 13446 - category for Black Pepper and related spices
IS 2443 - Form and packing requirements
IS 2323 - Mustard standard, whole and ground
IS 3576 - Turmeric whole and ground specifications
IS 4404 - Cloves, whole and ground specifications
IS 5955 - Tamarind concentrate specifications
IS 2443 form/packing and packaging standards
FSSAI standards and valid licence required
GMP and hygiene requirements as per FSSAI

Terms & Conditions

Option clause allows 25% quantity variation at contracted rates
Mandatory FSSAI licence, GMP, and hygienic processing compliance
Submission of PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate with bid

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in data; standard government terms may apply with milestone or advance payment as per tender

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period to commence post original delivery order; extended time calculated by (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in data; likely as per standard GEM terms

Bidder Eligibility

Valid PAN and GST registrations
FSSAI licence with GMP compliance
Evidence of hygienic processing and packaging capability
Ability to meet 25% quantity variation and timely delivery

Technical Specifications 9 Items

Item #1 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
General	Type	Whole, Powder
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to FSSAI Standards & Availability of Valid FSSAI Licence	Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to Good Manufacturing Practice as per FSSAI	Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to Hygienic and Sanitary Requirements as per FSSAI Regulations	Yes
Packing and Marking	Packing Size	100 gms, 200 gms, 250 gms, 300 gms, 500 gms, 1 kg, 2 kg

Item #2 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
General	Type	Whole, Powder
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to FSSAI Standards & Availability of Valid FSSAI Licence	Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to Good Manufacturing Practice as per FSSAI	Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to Hygienic and Sanitary Requirements as per FSSAI Regulations	Yes
Packing and Marking	Packing Size	100 gms, 500 gms, 1 kg, 5 kg

Category	Specification	Requirement
Form	Form of cardamom	capsules, seeds
Packing	Packing size(kg)	0.1, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20

Item #4 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
General	Type as per IS 2443	Whole, Ground
Packing and Marking	Pack Size	100 gms (approx), 200 gms (approx), 500 gms, 1 kg, 5 kg

Item #5 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
Specification	Governing Standard (ISS)	Conformity to IS 2323
Physical Characteristics	Type	Whole, Ground
Packing and Marking	Net content of each Pack	100 gram, 200 gram, 500 gram, 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg

Item #6 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
Standards and Certification	Governing Standard	Conformity to IS 3576
General Requirements	Type of Turmeric	Ground, Whole

Item #7 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
Standards and Certification	Governing Standard	Conformity to IS 4404
General Requirements	Type of Clove	Ground (Powdered), Whole
General Requirements	Odour and Flavour	As per clause 4.1 of IS 4404
General Requirements	Colour	As per clause 4.2 of IS 4404
General Requirements	Absence of Moulds, Insects etc	As per clause 4.3 of IS 4404
General Requirements	Extraneous Matter	As per clause 4.4 of IS 4404
General Requirements	Requirements for Cloves	As per clause 4.5, table 1 and table 2 of IS 4404
General Requirements	Hygiene Conditions during Processing & Packing	As per clause 4.6 of IS 4404
General Requirements	Pesticide residues and Metallic Contaminants	As per clause 4.7 of IS 4404
Packing and Marking	Packing Size	100 grams, 250 grams, 500 grams, 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg

Item #8 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
Standards and Certification	Governing Standard	Conformity to IS 5955
General Requirements	Tamarind Characteristics	As per clause 4.1 of IS 5955
General Requirements	Hygiene	As per clause 4.2 of IS 5955
General Requirements	Color	As per clause 4.3 of IS 5955
General Requirements	Flavour	As per clause 4.4 of IS 5955
General Requirements	Defects	As per clause 4.5 of IS 5955
General Requirements	Requirements for Tamarind Concentrate	As per clause 4.6, Table 1 and Table 2 of IS 5955
General Requirements	Freedom from Moulds, Insects etc	As per clause 4.7 of IS 5955
Packing and Marking	Pack Size	100 gram, 250 grams, 500 grams, 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg

Item #9 Details

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Category	Specification	Requirement
General	Type	Cumin (Safed Zeera) Whole, Cumin (Safed Zeera) Powder, Cumin Black (Kalonji) Whole, Cumin Black (Kalonji) Powder
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to FSSAI Standards & Availability of Valid FSSAI Licence	Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to Good Manufacturing Practice as per FSSAI	Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications	Compliance to Hygienic and Sanitary Requirements as per FSSAI Regulations	Yes
Packing and Marking	Packing Size	100 gms, 200 gms, 250 gms, 500 gms, 1 kg, 2 kg

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Required Documents

PAN card copy

GSTIN certificate copy

Cancelled cheque copy

EFT mandate certified by bank

FSSAI licence and GMP compliance documents

Experience certificates (if applicable)

OEM authorizations (if required for branded items)

Technical bid documents demonstrating compliance with IS standards

Corrigendum Updates

2 Updates

Update

31 Oct 2025

Extended Deadline

03 Nov 2025, 11:00 am

Opening Date

03 Nov 2025, 11:30 am

Update

28 Oct 2025

Extended Deadline

31 Oct 2025, 11:00 am

Opening Date

31 Oct 2025, 11:30 am

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for Ajmer spice tender in Rajasthan 2025?

Bidders must submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate with the bid, along with FSSAI licence and GMP evidence. Ensure compliance with IS standards for each item (IS 13446, 2443, 2323, 3576, 4404, 5955). Delivery terms include a 25% quantity variation clause.

What documents are required for spice procurement in Ajmer?

Submit PAN card copy, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, FSSAI licence, GMP certificates, and relevant OEM authorizations if branded items are offered. Include experience certificates and technical bid demonstrating IS-standard compliance and hygienic processing capabilities.

What are the key IS standards for spice packing in this tender?

Key standards include IS 2443 for packing and form, IS 13446 family for quality of certain spices, IS 3576 for turmeric, IS 4404 for cloves, IS 5955 for tamarind concentrate, with required FSSAI licensing and hygienic processing per regulations.

What is the delivery flexibility during contract execution for this tender?

The purchaser may increase or decrease quantity up to 25% at contracted rates. Delivery time is recalculated as (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; extended periods may apply during option exercise.

What quality attributes are specified for spices in this bid?

Expect odour, flavour, colour, absence of moulds and pests, absence of extraneous matter, and compliance with pesticide residue and metallic contaminant limits. Hygienic processing and proper packaging marks are mandatory per IS and FSSAI norms.

Are OEM authorizations required for branded spice items in this tender?

Yes, if branded items are offered, OEM authorization documents are required as part of the technical bid to demonstrate supply rights and authenticity, alongside IS and FSSAI compliance.

What are the mandatory eligibility criteria for spice suppliers in Ajmer?

Mandatory criteria include valid PAN and GST registrations, FSSAI licence with GMP, evidence of hygienic processing, and ability to meet the quantity variation clause. Suppliers must demonstrate capability to comply with IS standards and packing requirements.

Which organization is procuring spices in Ajmer under this tender?

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, is conducting the spice procurement in Ajmer, Rajasthan, targeting multiple spice categories with IS and FSSAI compliance requirements for supply and packing.