Natural Cheese (Hard Variety), Processed Cheese, Processed Cheese Spread and Soft Cheese as per IS
Indian Army
MEERUT, UTTAR PRADESH
Posted:
11 July 2025
Closed:
18 July 2025
GEM
Tender Overview
The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for a range of cheese products: Natural Cheese (Hard Variety), Processed Cheese, Processed Cheese Spread, and Soft Cheese in line with IS 2785 (Q3), for execution in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir (190001). The tender references packaging details and shelf life, with a focus on packing size and related storage considerations. A notable contract feature is the option to adjust quantities by up to 50% of the bid quantity, with corresponding delivery period recalculations. The purchaser reserves rights to extend delivery time within contract terms, at contracted rates. Bidders should prepare for potential volume fluctuations and ensure robust supply planning. Unique terms include vendor code creation requirements and post-inspection procedures beyond standard supply tenders.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product categories: Natural Cheese (Hard), Processed Cheese, Processed Cheese Spread, Soft Cheese as per IS 2785 (Q3).
- Packaging details: unspecified exact packing size; ensure packaging aligns with shelf life and storage constraints.
- Shelf life: referenced but not numerically specified in the data; bidders should verify during bid submission.
- Inspection framework: CFL-based sampling with original and appeal processes; deemed rejection may trigger testing at ST-7/8, DGST, QMG’s Branch.
- Delivery/delivery flexibility: option to increase quantity by up to 50%; delivery period adjustments use formula (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days.
- Quality/acceptance samples: sampling mechanism defines verdicts and post-appeal timelines.
- Vendor code creation documents: required at bid submission includes PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate certified by bank.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- 50% quantity option for order quantity and extension within contracted rates; delivery time recalculation and minimum 30 days.
- EMD/financials: specific EMD amount not disclosed in the data; bidders should confirm in tender docs; ensure readiness of necessary financial instruments.
- Demurrage: 0.5% of total contract value per day if stock not lifted within 48 hours; items undelivered after one month may be destroyed with no claim admitted.
- Inspection process: original sample tested; verdict followed by appeal mechanism to ST-7/8, DGST, and MoD Army channels; adherence to CFL procedures.
- Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate; vendor code creation required.
- Warranty/penalties: penalties/LD not explicitly stated in available data; bidders should verify in terms.
