Indian Army Instant Tea Procurement Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 2026 - Tea Type, Packing Size, Sugar Content Standards

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, seeks procurement of instant tea with defined product categories including Type of Tea, Sugar Content, and Packing Size. The estimated value and exact quantities are not disclosed, but the contract allows a +25% quantity variation during both initial and currency periods. Delivery terms link to the original delivery schedule with adjustments based on the option clause. The contract framework emphasizes standard packing material and non-returnable packing, alongside demurrage penalties for non-lifted items. The focus is on a unit supply contract for ration stores with strict acceptance only after proper inspection at the consignee site. Key differentiator lies in the clause-based quantity flexibility and demurrage regime.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Instant tea
• Mandatory attributes: Type of Tea; Sugar Content; Packing Size; shelf life declaration
• Inspection: Post Receipt Inspection at consignee site (BOO) unless otherwise specified
• Packing: Original packing material; no return of packing; net weight counted; standardized weights
• Delivery flexibility: Option clause permits up to 25% quantity variation during and after contract
• Demurrage: 0.5% of total contract value per day if items not lifted within 48 hours; disposal if not lifted within a month
• Shelf life: Supplier must declare shelf life at supply time
• BOQ: No items listed; indicates non-volume-based tender scope

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Security: Not specified in data; bidders should verify applicable EMD terms per ATC
• Inspection: Agency as BOO, with post-receipt inspection
• Delivery: Delivery window linked to original order with potential extension per option clause; additional time formula provided
• Packing: Original packing; standard weights; non-returnable
• Penalty: Demurrage at 0.5% daily; destruction if not lifted within 1 month
• Warranty/After-sales: Not specified; bidders should confirm with ATC
• Documentation: Prepare typical bidder documents including GST, PAN, experience & financials, and OEM authorizations as per terms