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Indian Army Cheese Procurement Tender 2025 IS 2785 ISI IS 550 FSSAI Compliant

Bid Publish Date

22-Nov-2025, 8:49 am

Bid End Date

02-Dec-2025, 9:00 am

Bid Opening Date

02-Dec-2025, 9:30 am

Location

THE NILGIRIS , TAMIL NADU

Progress

Issue22-Nov-2025, 8:49 am
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Quantity

300

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Categories 1

DAIRY PRODUCTS

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs. Procurement: Cheese products including Natural Cheese (Hard Variety), Processed Cheese, Processed Cheese Spread and Soft Cheese as per IS 2785 (Q3). Estimated value and start/end dates are not disclosed. Location details are not specified, but procurement targets government food supply standards for defense forces. The scope emphasizes compliance with FSSAI and IS 2785-1979 conformity, with ISI marked products required. A distinctive feature is the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation during contract execution and a calculated extension formula based on original/delivered quantities, minimum 30 days. Unique packaging details include packing size requirements. The tender emphasizes quality and standard compliance to ensure shelf-stable dairy products suitable for military provisioning, with emphasis on shelf life and packaging integrity.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Standards: IS 2785-1979 conformity; ISI marked products; FSSAI compliance.
  • Shelf Life: Minimum shelf life specification referenced but not quantified in data.
  • Packaging: Packing size details required but not quantified.
  • Product Categories: Natural Cheese (Hard Variety), Processed Cheese, Processed Cheese Spread, and Soft Cheese as per IS 2785 (Q3).
  • Quality Assurance: ISI marking and FSSAI approval indicate mandatory certification and food safety compliance.
  • BOQ: No items listed; tender data lacks quantity, value, or delivery specifics.
  • Delivery/Logistics: Not specified; option clause governs quantity changes and extension periods.
  • Experience/Eligibility: Not detailed beyond standard certification requirements.
  • OEM/Brand: No explicit brand restriction provided.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: Not disclosed in available data.
  • Delivery Window: Extended delivery time calculation provided; base period and exact start dates not specified.
  • Payment Terms: Not disclosed in available data.
  • Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
  • Documentation: Standard tender documents implied (GST, PAN, experience, financials) but not explicitly listed here.
  • Warranties/Penalties: Not specified in the provided data.
  • BOQ/Technical: No BOQ items; technical scope relies on IS 2785 and FSSAI/ISI compliance.

Key Specifications

    • Product names: Natural Cheese (Hard Variety), Processed Cheese, Processed Cheese Spread, Soft Cheese
    • Standards: IS 2785-1979 conformity, ISI marked, FSSAI compliance
    • Packaging: Packing size specifics required (not quantified in data)
    • Shelf life: explicit shelf life requirement to be provided by bidder
    • Certification: ISI, FSSAI; packaging integrity and labeling per food standards

Terms & Conditions

  • Quantity adjustments up to 25% at contract placement and during currency

  • Delivery period calculated from last date of original delivery order with minimum 30 days

  • EMD, GST, PAN and technical/financial documents must be submitted as per tender terms

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Payment terms not disclosed in available data; bidders should verify in full tender documents.

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period extends with option clause; additional time = (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

No LD details provided in the available data; confirm in final tender documentation.

Bidder Eligibility

  • Demonstrated experience in supplying dairy cheese to government or large institutional buyers

  • Compliance with ISI marking and FSSAI registration

  • Financial capability to handle fluctuations with 25% quantity variation

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
Generic Shelf Life 9.0, 4.0
Standards and Certification Complaince to FSSAI Yes
Standards and Certification Conformity to Specifications IS - 2785-1979 Yes
Standards and Certification ISI marked Yes
Packaging Details Packing size 0 - 200

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates for prior similar cheese supply

4

Financial statements / turnover evidence

5

EMD deposit proof (amount not disclosed)

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating ISI marking and FSSAI compliance

7

OEM authorization or supplier authorization (if applicable)

8

Any ISI/FSSAI conformity certificates

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market

How to bid in the Indian Army cheese procurement tender 2025?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD proof, and technical compliance with ISI marking and FSSAI. The requirement emphasizes IS 2785-1979 conformity and packing size specifications, with an option clause permitting up to 25% quantity variation.

What documents are required for the ISI marked cheese tender in India?

Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for dairy supply, financial statements, EMD deposit proof, technical bid demonstrating ISI marking, and OEM authorizations if applicable, plus FSSAI compliance certificates for all cheese products.

What standards govern ISI marked and FSSAI compliant cheese tender?

Bidders must ensure conformity with IS 2785-1979, hold ISI marking, and possess valid FSSAI licenses. These standards verify product quality, labeling, and safety for dairy cheese supplied to the Indian Army.

What is the fermentation or shelf life requirement for the cheese tender?

Shelf life is specified as a critical criterion but exact duration is not disclosed here. Bidders should refer to the final tender documents for minimum shelf life per cheese category and ensure packaging maintains shelf stability through distribution cycles.

What is the delivery extension formula for this cheese tender?

The extension time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. This governs any quantity increases under the 25% option clause and extended delivery timelines.

What is the scope of packing size requirements for cheese products?

Tender mandates specified packing size details but exact dimensions are not listed here. Ensure packaging complies with ISI labeling standards, FSSAI rules, and military provisioning packaging integrity requirements in the final bid.

What are the eligibility criteria for dairy suppliers to participate?

Eligible bidders should have proven dairy supply experience to government or large institutions, demonstrate ISI/FSSAI compliance, and show financial stability to manage quantity variations up to 25% and potential extended delivery periods.

When will the contract terms and EMD details be clarified for bidders?

EMD amount and exact contract terms will be clarified in the complete tender documents. Bidders should monitor the procurement portal for final specifications, payment terms, and submission deadlines after initial notice.

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