Indian Army Turmeric Powder & Spice Procurement Tender Baramulla Jammu & Kashmir 2026 - ISI/AAA-compliance Standards

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) for a spice category including Turmeric Powder, Sambar Masala, Red Chilli Powder, Cumin Seeds, Garam Masala, Chicken Masala, Small Cardamom, and Coriander Powder in Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir. No explicit quantities are disclosed; the contract contemplates multiple items (8 total) with an estimated value not disclosed and an unknown EMD. The incumbent proposes a flexible quantity option up to 25% during bid and contract execution, with delivery timing linked to original and extended delivery periods. Unique bid terms include advance sample approval and potential contract termination for major deviations from specifications. The scope targets government procurement for defense food-grade spice products with standardization and supplier accountability requirements. This tender emphasizes compliance with buyer-specified sample approval timelines and post-award modification allowances to accommodate bulk supply.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No technical specifications are provided in the publicly available data.
• Item categories include multiple spice powders and seeds, implying requirement for shelf-stable, food-grade packaging.
• The contract mentions an advance sample approval process: 8 samples to be submitted within 7 days of award for buyer validation; approval or modification list provided within 7 days; bulk supply must conform to approved samples.
• A potential price/quantity adjustment clause allows up to 25% variation in ordered quantity and extended delivery timelines based on the quantity variation.
• Delivery and quality assurances hinge on sample conformance; non-conforming samples may trigger fresh samples or contract termination.

Terms & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in available data; bidders must comply with standard tender EMD requirements unless stated otherwise.
• Delivery terms: Delivery period linked to original order date with an option-based extension; extended duration formula applies with minimum 30 days.
• Payment terms: Not specified; likely standard government terms subject to contract.
• Documents: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, technical compliance, OEM authorizations recommended; sample approvals constitute critical pre-bulk supply steps.
• Misc: Right to adjust quantities by up to 25%; failure to meet approved sample standards may lead to contract termination; pre-dispatch and reference samples processes described for clothing and allied items but may influence overall inspection approach.