Indian Army procurement of Spice & Masala Mixes (36 items) - ISI/AAA compliant packaging in India 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for the supply of a broad range of spice blends and masala powders, including Jeera, Garam Masala 500 GM, Chicken Masala 100 gm, Sambhar Masala 100 gm, Mehta Dhana, Kashmiri varieties, Kewada Jal 100 ml, Biryani Masala 100 gm, Haldi Powder, and other common kitchen masalas. The BOQ lists 36 items, with the scope limited to the supply of goods. The procurement is location-agnostic in the data provided, but emphasizes non-obsolescence, a minimum three-year market life, and GST considerations. The tender features a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% variation during and post award, at contracted rates, plus a requirement for Detailed Design Drawings approval before fabrication. A delivery and installation clause references multiple Unit Locations. This tender requires precise documentation and adherence to supplier obligations, with a clear focus on supply continuity and regulatory compliance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: spice blends and masala packets (36 items listed; specific pack sizes include Garam Masala 500 GM, Chicken Masala 100 gm, Sambhar Masala 100 gm, Paneer Tikka Masala 100 gm, Raita Masala 100 gm, Meat Masala 100 gm, Degi Mirch 100 gm, Haldi Powder).
• Delivery scope: supply of goods only; no obsolescence; minimum 3 years residual market life.
• Compliance: GST registration required; bidders must quote GST separately; price exposure subject to GST at applicable rates.
• Design approvals: Detailed Design Drawings to be submitted within 5 days of award; approvals or modification lists provided within 5 days; non-approval delays extend delivery without LD.
• Option clause: quantity may increase by up to 25%; extended delivery time calculated as (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; may extend to the original delivery period.
• Scope of supply: only supply of goods (no installation unless specified in terms).
• Address: delivery/installation at designated Unit Locations per buyer’s instruction.
• Compliance: maintain current OEM standards; no end-of-life products; ensure non-obsolescence for at least 3 years.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: not specified in the data; bidders must provide an undertaking regarding financial standing and no liquidation or bankruptcy. GST compliance required; GST reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower.
• Delivery terms: delivery period aligned with approved drawings; if drawings are delayed by buyer, delivery schedule is adjusted without LD.
• Financials: bidders must provide PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate as part of vendor code creation; ensure GST compliance per tender terms.
• Eligibility: bidders must avoid liquidation or receivership; supply of non-obsolete products with minimum 3 years residual market life; detailed design and approvals required prior to fabrication.
• Warranty/penalties: not explicitly specified; LD and penalties not described in data; adherence to delivery timelines contingent on drawings approval.
• Documentation: bid submission must include the above GST/PAN/bank details and a formal undertaking on financial standing; ensure compliance with buyer’s terms and option clause.