Indian Army Spices Procurement Tender Gangtok East Sikkim IS 2443 IS 13446 FSSAI GMP 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs invites bids for procurement of assorted spices including Coriander, Turmeric, Cumin, Fenugreek, Black Pepper, Asafoetida, Cardamom varieties, Garam Masala, Shahi Paneer Masala and Biryani Masala. Supplies must meet FSSAI standards and have a valid FSSAI license, with GMP compliance and hygienic/sanitary requirements. Deliveries are to be made to 517 ASC Bn, MP Golai, Upper Tadong, Gangtok, East Sikkim 737102. The packing size is specified, with cardamom packaging details and form of cardamom to be supplied as per form requirements. This tender emphasizes regulatory compliance, hygiene, and market-standard spice quality, with a potential for flexible quantity adjustments per clause. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate ISI/IS 2443 IS 13446 conformance where applicable and ensure packaging meets marking standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Governing Standards: Compliance with FSSAI Standards and possession of a valid FSSAI License; Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance; adherence to Hygienic and Sanitary regulations per FSSAI.
• Packing & Marking: Specify Packing Size and form of cardamom; ensure secure packaging and proper labeling.
• General Items: Product types include coriander, turmeric, cumin, fenugreek, black pepper, hing, small/large cardamom, Garam Masala, Shahi Paneer Masala, and Biryani Masala; ensure product naming aligns with IS/IS 2443 or IS 13446 where applicable.
• Quality Attributes: Standards-based quality control, batch-wise labeling, and traceability; IS 550-like quality signals not explicitly stated but implied by IS references.
• Delivery Scope: On-site delivery to Gangtok; packing size and form specifications must be explicit in bid.
• Experience: Demonstrated capability to supply government spice contracts with hygienic handling and regulatory compliance.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Deposit: Not explicitly stated in the extract; bidders must review ATC for exact amount.
• Delivery Timeline: Clause indicates option to adjust quantities with delivery period calculations; bidders must ensure compliant delivery schedules.
• Payment Terms: Not specified in the excerpt; verify in ATC docs.
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation requirements apply.
• Termination & Penalties: Buyer may terminate for non-performance or delivery failures; quantity variations up to 50% allowed; risk of contract termination outlines.
• Location & Address: Delivery at Gangtok address; ensure logistics planning for northeast corridor.
• Warranty/Support: Not detailed; confirm after bid award.