Indian Army Cheese Procurement Jammmu & Kashmir 2026 IS 550/FSSAI GMP Standards Tender

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks a cheese supply in JAMMU, JAMMU & KASHMIR. The procurement involves general cheese products with FSSAI license compliance, GMP practices, and hygienic/sanitary standards. Key scope includes packing size, packaging, labeling, and residual shelf life. It mandates non-obsolete market presence with at least 2 years residual life and requires vendor code creation documents (PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate). An option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 50% is included. Inspection may be conducted pre-dispatch by a nominated agency.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards & Certifications: FSSAI license, GMP per FSSAI, Hygienic/Sanitary compliance as per FSSAI regulations
• Product Requirements: General cheese items with packaging specifics including Packing Size, Packaging, Labelling and Display, and Residual Shelf Life details
• Quality & Safety: Non-toxic materials; where toxic materials are involved, include an MSDS; ensure compliance with health/safety norms
• Invoicing: Invoice must be raised in the consignee’s name with their GSTIN; upload GST invoice on GeM with GST portal payment screenshot
• Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection may be conducted by a nominated agency; supplier readiness for QA checks is implied

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Bidder viability: Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; provide an undertaking
• Product life: Offerings must have at least 2 years residual market life; not end-of-life by OEM
• Documentation for vendor code: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
• Experience: 2 years of regular manufacturing/supply to Central/State Govt or PSUs; contracts to be submitted
• Option Clause: Quantity may vary ±50% with corresponding delivery time adjustments; minimum 30 days rule applies
• Invoicing & GST: GST-compliant invoicing; GST upload and payment proof required