Indian Army Procurement Tender 2026: ISO 9001 Foods & Snack Packaged Items (Mango Mixed Pickle Garlic Chilli Organic Coconut Powder Haldiram Papad)

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, under the Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a range of packaged food items and snacks, including Mango Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Mixed Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Garlic Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Chilly Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Organic Coconut Powder, and Haldiram Masala Papad. Bidders should note the OEM turnover criteria and mandatory ISO 9001 certification. The contract includes a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% variation during and after the contract, with delivery timelines anchored to the original delivery period and adjusted per the option clause formula. Estimated value and EMD details are not disclosed in the provided data, but the scope encompasses multiple edible categories and a major spice/condiment assortment suitable for large-scale defense provisioning. The procurement emphasizes standard-compliant, branded or OEM-authorized products with robust quality management.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product names and categories: Mango Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Mixed Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Garlic Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Chilly Pickle 5 Kg Tops, Organic Coconut Powder, Haldiram Masala Papad
• Mandatory standards: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM
• OEM turnover criteria: Minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 financial years as specified in the bid document; must be supported by audited balance sheets or CA/Cost Accountant certificate
• Quality/brand considerations: OEMs or bidders offering listed brands should have verifiable certification and authorization
• Delivery/variability: Option to increase/decrease quantity up to 25%; delivery period adjustments implement the formula: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, EFT mandate; NDA and other certificates to be uploaded with bid
• Disqualification triggers: Non-submission of certificates or failure to meet ISO 9001/turnover requirements

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the provided data; ensure readiness per tender terms
• Delivery terms: Delivery period linked to original order date; extension logic described under option clause
• Payment terms: Not specified in the data; bidders must verify in bid document
• Documents required: PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, EFT mandate; Non-disclosure agreement; ISO 9001 certificate; supplier turn-over evidence
• Eligibility criteria: Bidder not under liquidation or bankruptcy; OEM turnover requirements met; ISO 9001 compliance; bid documents uploaded as per ATC/Corrigendum
• Penalties/warranties: No explicit LD or warranty terms available in the data; refer to contract clauses in final bid