Prisons Administration Uttar Pradesh ration kit tender Varansi UP - ISI/ISX STC compliant 2026

Tender Overview

The procurement is led by the Prisons Administration And Reforms Department, Uttar Pradesh, for a ration kit in VARANASI with category focus on general food items including Cereals, Pulses, Edible Oils, and related staples. The scope lists items across multiple food categories and requires adherence to safety standards such as the Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011 and relevant IS specifications. The order quantity is subject to a 25% up/down variation at contract placement and during currency, at contracted rates. Unique aspect: no BoQ items available, indicating a broad kit specification and evaluation based on category compliance and supplier capability. The arrangement is governed by standard option clauses, with delivery timing tied to the original delivery window and adjusted as per the clause. This tender targets suppliers experienced in bulk ration provisioning to institutions.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Categories include: Cereals and cereal products; Pulses; Edible oils (Vanaspati, ghee, butter oil); Salt, spices, condiments and related products compliant with the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011 and/or IS Specification; Biscuits; Tea and Coffee; and the latest STC for the relevant category.
• Product quality must align with general procurement standards and include the latest STC confirmations.
• Inclusions imply bulk, steady-supply capability, packaged in compliant containers, and a focus on shelf-stable items suitable for institutional ration kits.
• No explicit unit quantities are stated; emphasis on category coverage and supplier capacity to meet shredded delivery requirements.
• The tender indicates a broad compliance expectation across listed categories with emphasis on safety, integrity, and standardization.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause enables ±25% quantity changes at order placement and during contract currency, at contracted rates, with delivery timelines adjusted using a defined formula and minimum 30 days extension.
• Delivery period mechanics: additional time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, subject to minimum 30 days.
• The terms require compliance with the buyer’s extension rights and associated scheduling.
• No explicit EMD amount or payment terms are disclosed; bidders should anticipate standard government procurement documentation and ATC provisions.
• Ensure readiness for bulk supply, with adherence to security, storage, and distribution constraints typical for prisons provisioning.