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Indian Army Instant Tea Tender 2026 Department Of Military Affairs – ISI/AAA/TRTL Compliant Tea Procurement 2026

Bid Publish Date

10-Jul-2026, 11:41 am

Bid End Date

16-Jul-2026, 12:00 pm

Progress

Issue10-Jul-2026, 11:41 am
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Quantity

2500

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • Critical requirement: 25% quantity fluctuation option during and after award
  • Demurrage clause: 0.5% per day for unlifted items; disposal after one month
  • Shelf life must match warranty period as per DFS; latest manufacture
  • Packing must be in original material and standardized weights; net weight counted
  • Nominated Inspection Agency to conduct conformity checks; batch-level QA required
  • No BOQ items listed; procurement scope focused on instant tea with specified packing and sugar content

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks instant tea with clearly defined categories: Type of Tea, Sugar Content, and Packing Size. Tender scope shows potential quantity adjustments up to 25%, with contract delivery aligned to original delivery periods and extensions calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original period, minimum 30 days. Demurrage at 0.5% of total contract value per day applies if rejected items remain unlifted beyond 48 hours, or up to a month before disposal. Shelf life must meet DFS warranty period, and items must be from latest manufacture. The packing must be in standard weights; original packing must be used and packing weight not counted in net quantity. An Inspection Agency will be nominated by the buyer. This tender is categorized under government procurement for ration items, requiring strict compliance with the stated clauses.

Key Specifications

    • Product/service: Instant tea with defined Type of Tea and Sugar Content
    • Quantities: Up to 25% fluctuation; exact volumes to be confirmed in contract
    • EMD/Estimated value: Not specified in data; verify on portal
    • Experience: Prior experience in ration item supply may be required
    • Standards/Quality: DFS warranty period; shelf life proportional to warranty

Terms & Conditions

  • Option on quantity up to 25% during contract; delivery extensions follow a formula with minimum 30 days

  • Demurrage charges 0.5% daily if rejected items not lifted within 48 hours; disposal after one month

  • Shelf life must equal warranty period per DFS; latest manufacture and 100% life at delivery

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in data; bidders should confirm on portal

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period linked to last date of original delivery order; option extension rules apply

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Demurrage penalties at 0.5% daily; potential disposal if not lifted in time

Bidder Eligibility

  • Eligibility may require prior experience in ration-item supply

  • Must comply with option clause for quantity variation

  • Must meet DFS shelf-life and latest-manufacture requirements

Additional Tender Data

Commercial Details

Tender Category

Goods

Bid To RA

No

Bid To RA Enabled

Yes

Item Category

Instant tea (Q4)

Delivery Details

Max Delivery Days

15

Delivery Locations

1

Delivery Cities

LUCKNOW

Delivery Locations

ConsigneeAddressCityStatePincodeQuantityDelivery DaysAdditional Requirement
-LUCKNOWLUCKNOW--250015-

Authority Records

MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT

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Documents 4

GeM-Bidding-9587141.pdf

Main Document

CATALOG-Specification-1

CATALOG Specification

Buyer uploaded ATC document

ATC

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Technical Specifications 1 Item

Item #1 Details

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Category Specification Requirement
Requirements Type of Tea Cardamom tea premix, Lemon tea premix, Ginger tea premix, Masala tea premix
Requirements Sugar Content Unsweetened (Without Sugar), With Sugar
Packing & Marking Packing Size 50 gms, 100 gms, 150 gms, 200 gms, 500 gms, 1 kg

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates (similar ration-item supply, if required by buyer)

4

Financial statements (as applicable)

5

EMD documentation (if specified by portal later)

6

Technical bid documents describing tea type and packing

7

OEM authorizations (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about UTTAR PRADESH tender market

How to bid for instant tea tender in Indian Army 2026?

Bidders should prepare GST, PAN, and experience certificates; provide technical details on Type of Tea, Sugar Content, Packing Size, and DFS warranty alignment. Ensure compliance with the 25% quantity option and 0.5% demurrage per day. Submit OEM authorizations if required and confirm packing standards.

What documents are required for tea procurement tender in Department Of Military Affairs?

Submit GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD documents if applicable, and technical bid detailing Type of Tea, Sugar Content, and Packing Size. Include OEM authorizations and packaging details as part of the bid submission.

What are the packing size and packaging requirements for the tea tender?

Packing must be in standardized weights; use original packing material; packing weight is not counted in net quantity. Non-standardized weights are not accepted; ensure the packing matches DFS standard sizes.

What are the delivery and extension terms for the tea contract?

Delivery period starts from the last date of the original order; if quantity increases, extension time is calculated as (additional/ original) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days. The buyer may extend to the original delivery period while exercising the option clause.

What is the demurrage clause for rejected tea items in this tender?

Demurrage is 0.5% of total contract value per day if rejected items are not lifted within 48 hours; if not lifted within a month, items may be destroyed with no claim admitted.

What shelf-life requirements must be met for the tea supply?

Shelf life must be equal to the warranty period as per the DFS; item must be latest manufacture with 100% defined life at delivery to pass QA.

Are there inspection requirements for the tea delivery?

Yes, a nominated Inspection Agency will conduct conformity checks on behalf of the buyer; ensure QA documentation accompanies each batch and aligns with DFS specifications.

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