Indian Army Spice Procurement Gurudaspur Punjab 2026 - ISI/Spice Category Tender with 25% Quantity Option

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for a spice procurement package located in Gurudaspur, Punjab (postal code 143505). The scope covers a range of spice blends and whole spices including Chicken Masala, Paneer Masala, Garam Masala, Haldi, Kali Mirch, Dhaniya, Badi Elachi, Lal Mirch, Laung, and Lashsun. Ten items are listed in the BOQ though specific quantities and values are not disclosed. A key differentiator is the option clause permitting quantity adjustments of up to 25% of the bid quantity at contract placement and during the contract period, at contracted rates. Bidders should prepare for flexible order quantities and extended delivery timelines based on the formula provided.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: spice blends and whole spices (as listed in the tender title: Chicken Masala, Paneer Masala, Garam Masala, Haldi, Kali Mirch, Dhaniya, Badi Elachi, Lal Mirch, Laung, Lashsun)
• No explicit technical specs or standards are provided; bidders must ensure compatibility with standard culinary spice packaging and supply chain requirements.
• BOQ shows 10 items; exact quantities, units, and estimated value are not disclosed. The absence of specified EMD implies bidders should confirm EMD and bid security as per standard government tender practice.
• Key procurement nuance: delivery period adjustments are governed by the option clause formula. Delivery time extends as: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Term: Quantity may be increased up to 25% at contract placement and during the currency of the contract at contracted rates.
• Delivery extension: Calculated based on the formula above, with a safeguard minimum of 30 days; extension can continue up to the original delivery period.
• Compliance: Bidders must adhere to the option clause; other standard terms apply per government procurement norms. No explicit start/end dates or EMD values are provided in the tender data.