Indian Army Refined Groundnut Oil Tender Sonitpur Assam 2026 - DFS 420-2025 Packaging, FSSAI/BIS Compliance, Warranty
Progress
RAKey Highlights
- • DEFENCE packaging standard: DFS 420-2025 packaging requirements for refined groundnut oil
- • Mandatory compliance: FSSAI certification and BIS marking for edible oil
- • Option clause allows ±50% quantity variation during/after award with rate protections
- • Warranty clause expected; post-delivery support and quality guarantees
- • Quality and hygiene standards explicitly required; governing specifications identified
Tender Overview
The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) in the Sonitpur, Assam 784001 region. The procurement emphasizes compliance oil types with a focus on Governing specifications and quality/hygiene standards. Key packaging requirements reference DFS 420-2025 packaging and mandatory FSSAI/BIS marking. The contract includes an option clause permitting up to 50% quantity variation during or after award, with delivery timelines linked to the original schedule. Although exact quantity and estimated value are not disclosed, the scope targets DEFENCE-grade edible oil suitable for military provisioning and shelf-stable distribution. A formal warranty clause is expected, ensuring post-delivery support and compliance.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) – Defence grade edibles
- Standards & Compliance: Governing specifications; FSSAI certification; BIS marking; DFS 420-2025 packaging standards; oil type conformity; hygiene & quality controls
- Packaging & Marking: DFS 420-2025 compliant packaging; required labeling and safety markings
- Warranty: Express warranty terms to be provided (defence contract expectation)
- Documentation & Certification: OEM authorizations may be required; standard industryquality certificates
- Notes: Specific BOQ items unavailable; emphasis on compliance and packaging integrity
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 50% and extend delivery within contractual rates
- Bid Security/EMD: Not disclosed here; bidders should expect standard EMD as per government norms
- Financial Standing: Bidder must avoid liquidation or bankruptcy; an undertaking is required
- Non-Disclosure: Bidder must sign NDA on bid head
- Delivery Schedule: Delivery period tied to original order; extended period depends on option calculations
- Warranty & Penalties: Warranty clause present; penalties/LD specifics to be defined in contract
- ATC/ATC-View: Additional buyer terms may modify delivery and quantity rules
- BOQ: No items listed; procurement revolves around product specifications and compliance
Key Specifications
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Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) for defence use
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Packaging must meet DFS 420-2025 specifications
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Oil type compliance with governing specifications and hygiene standards
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Mandatory FSSAI and BIS marking
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Warranty to be specified in contract; standard defence procurement requirements
Terms & Conditions
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Maintain up to 50% quantity variation under option clause with delivery impact
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Ensure FSSAI/BIS compliance and DFS 420-2025 packaging
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Submit NDA and corporate financial health documentation with bid
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment terms to be as per government norms; exact percentages and milestones to be defined in contract
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period tied to original delivery order; extended time calculated via the option clause
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
LD/penalties to be specified in the contract for late delivery or non-conformance
Bidder Eligibility
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No liquidation, court receivership, or bankruptcy
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Ability to meet FSSAI/BIS and DFS 420-2025 packaging requirements
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Experience in providing edible oil to government/defence sector
Reverse Auction Results Final Prices
These are the final prices after the reverse auction event. Prices may be lower than initial bids.
| Rank | Seller | Final Price | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | R.S. BAJAJ TEA COMPANY(MII) Under PMA Winner | ₹8,64,875 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
| L2 | DEEPAK TRADING CO. (MII) Under PMA | ₹8,68,575 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
| L3 | M/S P.C ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | ₹9,15,750 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
| L4 | PANSARI INDUSTRY PRIVATE LIMITED (MII) Under PMA | ₹9,20,375 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
| L5 | VIKRAM TEA COMPANY (MII) Under PMA | ₹9,47,200 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
| L6 | MMK ENTERPRISES PVT LTD (MSE,MII) Under PMA | ₹9,48,079 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
| L7 | GAURANG ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | ₹9,70,788 | Item Categories : Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) |
🎉 L1 Winner
R.S. BAJAJ TEA COMPANY(MII) Under PMA
Final Price: ₹8,64,875
Reverse Auction Schedule
Start
14-Aug-2026, 10:00 pm
End
18-Aug-2026, 9:00 am
Duration: 83 hours
Reverse Auction Document
✅ RA concluded. Check financial results for final rankings.
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
4625
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
3
OEM Avg. Turnover
3
Past Performance
20 %
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
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
Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
6
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Sonitpur
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Sonitpur | Sonitpur | - | - | 4625 | 15 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9736516.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar oil supply in defence/government sectors
Financial statements or solvency certificate
EMD document as per tender norms
Technical bid documents and certificate of conformity
OEM authorization or dealership certificate (if applicable)
NDA/not-disclosure declaration on bid letterhead
Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements | Compliance to Defence Food Specifications No 420 - 2025 Issued By Secretariat Of The Technical Standardisation Committee (Food Stuffs) (Directorate General Of Supplies And Transport) (Copy Attached) |
| Compliance | Oil Types | Expressed, Solvent Extracted |
| Compliance | Governing specification has been seen, read and understood | Yes |
| Compliance | Compliance to Quality and Hygiene Standard | As per Clause no. 1 to 5 (Quality) and Clause no. 15 to 16 (Hygiene) of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Packaging Type conforming to DFS 420 - 2025 | New 15 Kg square tin, 1 Litre PET Bottle |
| Packaging and Marking | Packing | Packing as per clause no. 6 to 11 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Marking | As per Clause no. 12 to 13 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Mandatory Requirements of FSSAI/BIS | As per Clause no. 20 to 21 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Warranty | Warranty | As per clause no. 14 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ASSAM tender market
How to bid for Refined Groundnut Oil tender in Sonitpur Assam 2026 with DFS packaging
Bidders must register with the Central Public Procurement portal, upload NDA, provide GST, PAN, and financials, and submit OEM authorizations if applicable. Ensure FSSAI/BIS marking and DFS 420-2025 packaging compliance. Include technical bid showing oil type conformity and quality standards, plus EMD as per norms.
What documents are required for FSSAI/BIS compliant oil tender in Assam
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, company financials, experience certificates for similar defence oil supply, NDA, OEM authorization, technical compliance certificates, and EMD proof. Ensure packaging conforms to DFS 420-2025 and labeling as per BIS norms.
What are the packaging standards for the defence oil tender in Sonitpur
Packaging must comply with DFS 420-2025 requirements, including secure outer packaging, tamper-evident labeling, batch coding, and weight accuracy. ISI/BIS labeling may be mandatory; vendor should provide detailed packaging drawings and shelf-life validation with the bid.
How does the 50% option clause affect delivery timing for this bid
The buyer may alter quantity by up to 50% at award or during the currency of the contract. The delivery schedule adjusts using the formula (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; extension may occur up to the original period.
What standards must the refined groundnut oil meet for defence supply
Oil must meet governing specifications for edible oil, comply with IS standards where specified, achieve FSSAI and BIS conformity, and pass quality/hygiene checks. Documentation should prove compliance with these standards and include test reports and supplier certifications.
What is required to prove bidder financial health for this procurement
Bidders must upload an undertaking confirming no liquidation or bankruptcy. Provide financial statements or solvency certificates demonstrating the ability to withstand procurement scale and ensure uninterrupted supply to a defence department.
When is the bid submission deadline for this oil tender in Assam
Exact submission deadline is not provided here; bidders should monitor the government tender portal for notification. Prepare all documents (EMD, NDA, OEM authorizations) in advance and ensure DFS 420-2025 packaging conformity and FSSAI/BIS compliance are ready before submission.
What are the warranty expectations for defence-grade refined groundnut oil
A formal warranty clause will be included in the contract. Vendors should anticipate post-delivery support, and warranty terms typically cover product conformity, shelf-life validity, and replacement for non-conforming batches as per defence procurement norms.