Indian Army Procurement Tender for Spices & Kitchen Masala Mixes in Sonitpur Assam 2026 - ISI/IS 550 Compliant Standards

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks supply of a broad spice and flavoring category including red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin, garlic, ginger, garam masla blends, meat masla, bhaji masla, chana masla, and related kitchen condiments for delivery in SONITPUR, ASSAM 784001. Estimated value is ₹2.0 (currency not specified) with a total of 38 items in the BOQ, spanning multiple spice blends, flavor enhancers, and condiments. The procurement emphasizes accurate formulation per buyer's sample approvals and strict adherence to contract specifications, with a framework allowing delivery flexibility and bulk quantity adjustments up to 25%. The tender emphasizes supply chain reliability for military kitchens, with a structured sample approval process post-award and demurrage safeguards for rejected items. The agreement context includes option-based quantity expansion and a need for timely bulk supply aligned to the approved sample. Unique aspects include advance sample approval, 5 sample submissions within 5 days, and potential contract termination for major deviations. This opportunity targets spice manufacturers and military-grade spice suppliers capable of meeting rigid quality and delivery standards in a high-stakes supply environment.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product specifications are listed in the tender data; items cover a broad spice and flavoring category suitable for Army kitchen use.
• Key procurement scopes include: red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin, ajwain, bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, garam masla, sambar masla, biryani masla, sabji masla, meat masla, chat masla, Kashmiri chili powder, tamarind without seed, methi dana, garlic, tomato sauce, green chili sauce, soy sauce, papad 200g, vinegar, vermicelli, tapioca prls, black salt, long gloves, black paper, and kitchen masla blends.
• BOQ lists 38 items; exact quantities are not disclosed.
• Terms include 25% quantity variation during contract and 25% extension during currency, with delivery time adjustments based on original delivery period.
• Sample requirements mandate submitting 5 advance samples within 5 days of award; non-conforming samples may trigger contract termination or modification without LD for delays in approval.
• Demurrage triggers: 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted rejected items after 48 hours.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and exact payment terms are not specified in the data; the clause confirms option-based quantity adjustments and extended delivery timelines.
• Delivery period is tied to original delivery schedule with the ability to extend as per option clause; minimum additional time is 30 days.
• Advance sample approval process requires 5 samples within 5 days; modifications communicated within 5 days; bulk supply must match approved sample.
• Demurrage penalties apply at 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted rejected items; disposal after one month if not claimed.
• No explicit organization-wide eligibility criteria or technical qualification data were provided beyond the need to comply with the buyer’s sample-based framework and contract specifications.