Indian Army Tea Leaf Tender Gwalior Madhya Pradesh 2026 FSSAI GMP ISO Certified Procurement
Bid Publish Date
02-Sep-2026, 7:53 pm
Bid End Date
12-Sep-2026, 8:00 pm
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • FSSAI Standards and Valid FSSAI Licence mandatory
- • GMP compliance and Hygienic/Sanitary requirements per FSSAI
- • Packing size, packaging, labeling and display specifications
- • Shelf life specification and testing documentation required
- • Test Reports to be provided at bidding or on demand
- • Option clause allowing up to 50% quantity variation at contracted rates
- • Delivery period extensions calculated with minimum 30 days
- • No BOQ items listed; compliance-focused tender for tea leaf
Tender Overview
Organization: Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs. Product: Tea leaf procurement. Location: Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474001. Category: General, with compliance to FSSAI Standards including valid FSSAI Licence, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Scope includes packing, labeling, display and ensuring hygienic and sanitary requirements per FSSAI. Key documents: test reports and supporting documents to be provided at bidding or on demand during supply. The tender references an option clause allowing up to 50% quantity variation at contracted rates, with delivery extensions calculated as (additional/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days. Unique aspects include a strong emphasis on packaging size, shelf life, and mandatory test reports. This tender is positioned as a government procurement in the Indian Army supply chain, targeting vendors capable of meeting rigorous regulatory standards and documentation requirements.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Standards: FSSAI licence, GMP compliance, Hygienic and Sanitary Requirements per FSSAI regulations.
- Product/Packaging: Tea leaf with defined packing size, packaging and labelling/display requirements; ensure shelf life is clearly stated.
- Documentation: Provide Test Reports and all relevant documents at bid or on demand during supply.
- No BOQ items are listed; emphasis on regulatory compliance, packaging and traceability.
- Emphasis on quality control, hygienic handling, and regulatory conformity for government procurement.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Financials: Not disclosed in provided data; bidders should prepare standard bid securities as per Army terms.
- Delivery: Delivery terms linked to additional quantity extension; base period tied to original delivery order with option-based adjustments.
- Documentation: GST registration, PAN, FSSAI licence details, GMP certificates, and test reports must be available on demand.
- Warranty/Support: Not specified; bidders should confirm after bid and align with Army procurement norms.
- ATC/ATB: Buyer-added terms require adherence to option clause and delivery-time calculations, with minimum 30 days for extended delivery.
Key Specifications
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Tea leaf procurement with FSSAI licence and GMP compliance
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Packaging: defined packing size and packaging requirements
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Labelling and display as per FSSAI regulations
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Shelf life specification to be clearly stated
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Test Reports to be provided at bidding or on demand
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause permits up to 50% quantity variation
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Delivery period based on last date of original delivery order
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Bidder to provide all FSSAI and GMP documentation
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
No explicit payment terms provided; bidders should verify in ATC and Army terms
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period extends from last date of original order; extended period depends on quantity variation
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in available data; confirm in ATC
Bidder Eligibility
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Proven ability to supply tea leaf meeting FSSAI GMP standards
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Registered GST number and PAN
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Experience certificates for food-grade procurement (if available)
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
3200
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Tea Leaf (??? ?????) (Q4)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Gwalior
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Gwalior | Gwalior | - | - | 3200 | 15 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9839588.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Corrigendum Updates
1 Update Update
Extended Deadline
12-Sep-2026, 2:30 pm
Opening Date
13-Sep-2026, 2:30 pm
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Required Documents
- GST registration certificate
- PAN card
- FSSAI licence and GMP certificates
- Latest financial statements / turnover evidence
- Bid security/EMD as per Army terms (not disclosed)
- Technical compliance documents and test reports
- OEM authorizations (if applicable)
Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| General | Type | Black Tea |
| 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 | 250 gms |
| Packing and Marking | Packaging | As per Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulation |
| Packing and Marking | Labelling and Display | As per Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations |
| Packing and Marking | Shelf Life | Agree to provide product with residual shelf life of not less than 75% at the time of supply |
| Test Reports | Agree to provide all relevant documents, Test Report/Supporting document / reports etc to the buyer at the time of bidding or on demand during supply | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about MADHYA PRADESH tender market
How to bid for Indian Army tea leaf tender in Gwalior?
Bidders must meet FSSAI, GMP, and hygienic standards; submit GST, PAN, FSSAI licence, GMP certificates, and test reports. Include packaging, shelf life details, and comply with the 50% quantity variation option. Ensure bid security as per ATC and provide technical compliance documents on demand.
What documents are required for FSSAI compliant tea leaf bid?
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, FSSAI licence, GMP certificates, financial statements, and test reports. OEM authorizations should be provided if applicable. Prepare packaging, labelling, and shelf life details for submission.
What are the packaging and labeling requirements for tea leaf tender?
Packaging must specify size and packaging quality; labeling/display must comply with FSSAI regulations. Include shelf life statements on packaging and ensure labeling is legible and durable to withstand transportation and storage.
When is delivery required for quantity extensions in this tender?
Delivery extensions follow the original delivery period; additional time is calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. The purchaser may extend within the original delivery window.
What are the essential standards for this tea leaf procurement?
Essential standards include FSSAI compliance with valid licence and GMP requirements, plus hygienic/sanitary conditions per FSSAI regulations. Ensure packaging, shelf life, and test reports meet regulatory expectations for government procurement.
What is required for test reports in this tea bid?
Bidders must provide all relevant test reports and supporting documents at bidding or on demand during supply, demonstrating compliance with FSSAI standards, GMP, and hygienic requirements for tea leaf quality and safety.