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Indian Army Spice Procurement General Commodities Turmeric, Cardamom & Chili 2025

Posted

27 Oct 2025, 11:36 am

Deadline

03 Nov 2025, 09:00 am

Latest Corrigendum Available

Progress

Issue27 Oct 2025, 11:36 am
Corrigendum31 Oct 2025
AwardPending
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Quantity

105

Category

Spices and Condiments - Turmeric Whole and Ground (V2) as per IS 3576

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Categories 2

DIETARY ARTICLES SPICES

Tender Overview

The procurement is conducted for the Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs for multiple spice categories, including chili, large cardamom (Badi Elaichi), and turmeric (whole and ground) as per IS 3576. The scope references general spice supply with FSSAI license compliance, GMP adherence, hygienic standards, packing specifications, and form requirements for cardamom and turmeric. The estimated value and EMD are not disclosed, and no BOQ items are listed, indicating a framing tender with specification-based submission. A distinguishing factor is the reliance on FSSAI regulations and IS-based standards for food-grade spices, aligning with government procurement norms in 2025.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product scope: Chili, Large Cardamom (Badi Elaichi), Turmeric (Whole and Ground) per IS 13446 and IS 3576 respectively
  • Compliance: FSSAI Licence validity, GMP adherence, hygienic and sanitary requirements per FSSAI regulations
  • Packing/Forms: Packing Size and Form of cardamom; packing size in kg for turmeric and cardamom
  • Standards: Governing Standard for spices; IS-based references for turmeric and cardamom categories
  • Packing/Marking: Specific packing size requirements to be adhered at delivery
  • Type/Category: General spice procurement; turmeric type specification to be clarified in bid documents
  • Documentation: GST applied per bidder, GST on supplier quotation; no explicit itemized quantities in BOQ
  • Distinctive factors: Government procurement with emphasis on FSSAI compliance and IS standards for quality control

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • GST: Bidder to self-assess applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, subject to quoted GST cap
  • Compliance: Vendors must maintain FSSAI licence validity and GMP, hygienic/sanitary requirements
  • Documentation: Standard bidder documents required for food-grade spice tenders; no BOQ quantities listed
  • EMD/Performance: Not disclosed in available data; ensure readiness for security deposit per government norms
  • Delivery/Payment: Timelines and payment terms to be specified in procurement documents; verify with official bid documents
  • Clauses: Any buyer-added terms regarding quality control, packaging, labeling, and traceability will be enforced at award
  • Eligibility: Category-specific spice suppliers with food-grade compliance and country-wide distribution capabilities should participate

Key Specifications

    • Product categories: Chili, Large Cardamom (Badi Elaichi), Turmeric (Whole and Ground) as per IS standards
    • Compliance: FSSAI licence validity; GMP; Hygienic requirements per FSSAI
    • Packaging: Packing Size in kg; Form of cardamom; Turmeric packaging specifications
    • Standards: Governing Standard for spices; references to IS 13446 (cardamom category) and IS 3576 (turmeric)
    • Type/Category: Type of Turmeric (e.g., whole vs ground) to be confirmed in bid
    • Documentation: Self-attested proof of compliance with FSSAI, GMP, and hygienic standards
    • Delivery terms: To be defined in the bid; ensure packaging and labeling meet government norms

Terms & Conditions

  • GST compliance and self-assessment with capped GST

  • FSSAI licence validity, GMP and hygienic compliance

  • Packing sizes and form specifications for cardamom and turmeric

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

GST payable by bidder; reimbursement as actuals or applicable rates, subject to quoted GST percentage

Delivery Schedule

Delivery timeline to be specified in official bid documents; ensure packing and labeling meet FSSAI and IS standards

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Penalties, if any, to be specified in award terms; comply with delivery and quality requirements

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in supplying food-grade spices with government contracts

  • Valid FSSAI licence and GMP compliance

  • Ability to meet specified packing size and form requirements for cardamom and turmeric

Technical Specifications 3 Items

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
General Type Whole, Powder
Governing Standards and Certifications Compliance to FSSAI Standards & Availability of Valid FSSAI Licence Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications Compliance to Good Manufacturing Practice as per FSSAI Yes
Governing Standards and Certifications Compliance to Hygienic and Sanitary Requirements as per FSSAI Regulations Yes
Packing and Marking Packing Size 1 kg

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

FSSAI licence and related compliance certificates

4

Experience certificates in supplying spices under government contracts

5

Financial statements (last 2–3 years) demonstrating stability

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating GMP and hygienic standards adherence

7

OEM authorizations or supplier authorization for spices (if applicable)

8

EMD/Security deposit documents (as required by tender)

Corrigendum Updates

1 Update
#1

Update

31 Oct 2025

Extended Deadline

03 Nov 2025, 09:00 am

Opening Date

03 Nov 2025, 09:30 am

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for spices tender in India Army 2025?

Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN, FSSAI licence, GMP certificates, experience in government spice contracts, and financial statements. Ensure EMD readiness and OEM authorizations if required. Follow packing-size and form requirements for cardamom and turmeric as per IS standards.

What documents are required for spice procurement in Army tender 2025?

Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, FSSAI licence, GMP compliance proof, experience certificates for government spice supply, financial statements, OEM authorization (if applicable), and technical bid documents demonstrating packing and form compliance for cardamom and turmeric.

What standards govern turmeric and cardamom in this tender 2025?

Tender emphasizes IS 13446 for cardamom and IS 3576 for turmeric, along with mandatory FSSAI licence, GMP, and hygienic/sanitary compliance under FSSAI regulations for all spice varieties.

What is the EMD amount for the Army spice procurement bid 2025?

The EMD amount is not disclosed in the available data; bidders should prepare the security deposit as per standard government practice and await official bid instructions for specific value and payment mode.

What are the packing size requirements for cardamom and turmeric?

Tender requires explicit packing size (kg) and packing marking; bidders must specify packing sizes in their bid while ensuring compliance with IS standards and FSSAI packaging norms.

When will delivery and payment terms be finalized for spice tender?

Delivery schedule and payment terms will be detailed in the official bid documents post-clarification. Bidder should anticipate standard government terms: delivery within specified days and payment terms aligned to delivery milestones.

Which organization conducts the spices procurement for 2025 bid?

The procurement is conducted by the Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs, with compliance to FSSAI, IS standards, and government packaging/labeling regulations for spices.

What are the eligibility criteria for spice suppliers bidding in this army tender?

Eligibility includes demonstrated spice supply experience to government or large institutions, valid FSSAI licence, GMP compliance, GST registration, financial stability, and ability to meet packing-size and form requirements for cardamom and turmeric.

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