Indian Army Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) Defence Tender Jammu 2026 - DFS 420-2025 Packaging & FSSAI BIS Compliance
Bid Publish Date
29-Aug-2026, 9:06 am
Bid End Date
05-Sep-2026, 6:00 pm
EMD
₹33,000
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Specific brand requirements: FSSAI and BIS mandatory marks on refined groundnut oil packaging
- • Technical standards: DFS 420-2025 packaging standard; non-toxic material and hygiene compliance
- • Special clauses: 50% quantity increase/decrease option and extended delivery time rules
- • Eligibility criteria: 2 years of government/PSU supply experience with contract copies
- • Warranty expectations: explicit warranty term referenced in tender terms
- • Penalty/inspection: pre-dispatch National Food Laboratory inspection and post-receipt inspection
- • Documentation for vendor code creation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
- • Invoicing compliance: GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation required
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) destined for Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir (180001). The procurement carries an EMD of ₹33,000 and requires DFS 420-2025 packaging, FSSAI/BIS mandatory markings, and general warranty compliance. Pre-dispatch inspection by the National Food Laboratory and post-receipt checks by the central inspection framework are defined. Bidders must ensure product is non-obsolete with at least 2 years residual life and provide GST/EFT documentation for vendor code creation. This tender emphasizes strict packaging, labeling, and hygiene standards aligned to defence procurement norms.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) with compliance to governing technical requirements and oil-type classifications.
- Packaging: DFS 420-2025 compliant packaging and marking; packaging and labeling to meet mandatory standards.
- Certifications: FSSAI and BIS mandatory marks; packaging/labels must reflect these approvals.
- Quality & Hygiene: adherence to explicit quality and hygiene standards; non-toxic material evaluation; MSDS for any toxic components.
- Inspection: Pre-dispatch inspection by National Food Laboratory; Post receipt inspection at consignee site by designated authority.
- Warranty: explicit warranty requirement referenced in tender terms; vendors to comply with warranty provisions.
- Additional: Invoicing via GeM must include GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation; ensure non-obsolescence through OEM or authorized channels.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹33,000; submit as per bid terms.
- Experience: bidder or OEM must have supplied similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSUs for 2 years prior to bid opening; provide contract copies showing annual quantities.
- Vendor Code Docs: provide PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate certified by bank.
- Delivery/Option Clause: purchaser may alter quantity by up to 50%; delivery period adjusted accordingly with minimum 30 days; extended timelines apply per option.
- Packaging/Marking: compliance with DFS 420-2025, FSSAI/BIS mandatory marks, and non-toxic material standards; warranty terms apply.
- Inspection: National Food Laboratory conducts pre-dispatch; post-receipt inspection to be completed by designated NATIONAL agency.
- Invoicing: upload GST invoice and GST portal screenshot reflecting GST payment during GeM submission.
Key Specifications
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Product category: Refined Groundnut Oil (V4)
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EMD amount: ₹33,000
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Packaging standard: DFS 420-2025 compliant packaging
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Mandatory markings: FSSAI and BIS certifications
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Quality: non-toxic material; MSDS for toxic components if applicable
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Inspection: Pre-dispatch by National Food Laboratory; Post receipt by NATIONAL agency
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Invoicing: GST-compliant invoice and GST portal payment confirmation
Terms & Conditions
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EMD of ₹33,000; submission by bidder with bid
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2 years Govt/PSU supply experience required with contract copies
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50% quantity flexibility; delivery time adjustments per option clause
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Mandatory DFS 420-2025 packaging, FSSAI/BIS marks
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Pre-dispatch/post-receipt inspections by National Food Laboratory/NATIONAL agency
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Vendor code creation documents: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST-compliant invoicing on GeM with GST portal payment confirmation; no fixed advance terms specified
Delivery Schedule
Option clause allows quantity variation up to 50%; delivery period scaled by the formula (additional/ original) × original days, min 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly detailed; standard defence procurement LD terms may apply for delays; ensure compliance with contract clauses
Bidder Eligibility
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No liquidation, court receivership, or bankruptcy proceedings
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2 years Govt/PSU supply experience with contract copies
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Non-obsolete products with minimum 2 years residual market life
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
6000
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
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
Past Performance
40 %
Warranty Period
45 days
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
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
18
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Jammu
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Jammu | Jammu | - | - | 6000 | 15 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9819601.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
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2
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Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT Mandate copy certified by bank
Evidence of 2+ years of Govt/PSU supply experience (contracts and performance proofs)
GST invoice copy and GST portal payment confirmation screenshot (GeM)
Technical compliance certificates and OEM authorizations (as applicable)
Any prior approval for DFS 420-2025 packaging usage (if required)
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 | 1 Litre Polypouch, New 15 Kg square tin |
| 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 JAMMU AND KASHMIR tender market
How to bid for refined groundnut oil tender in Jammu Army 2026
Bidders must meet eligibility criteria: 2+ years Govt/PSU supply experience, non-obsolete products, and provide contract copies. Prepare PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and ensure DFS 420-2025 packaging with FSSAI/BIS marks. EMD is ₹33,000; submit GST invoice on GeM with payment confirmation.
What documents are required for reporting in govt groundnut oil tender Jammu
Submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate certified by bank, evidence of Govt/PSU contracts for 2 years, OEM authorizations if applicable, and GST invoice/screenshot on GeM. Provide quality certificates and DFS 420-2025 packaging compliance reports if available.
What are the packaging standards for oil tender in defence Jammu
Packaging must be DFS 420-2025 compliant, with proper markings and labeling showing FSSAI and BIS certifications. Packaging should ensure oil integrity, non-toxic materials, and compliant labeling per defence procurement norms; MSDS to be provided for any toxic contents.
When is the delivery window for 50% quantity variation in ARM tender
The option clause allows up to 50% quantity variation at placement and during currency, with delivery period adjusted by the prescribed formula. Minimum extension time guaranteed is 30 days; original delivery period governs base timing.
What is the EMD amount and how to submit it for this tender in Jammu
EMD is ₹33,000. Submit as per bid terms, using the prescribed payment method in the GeM portal. Ensure the EMD is aligned with the tender’s payment and bid submission guidelines to avoid disqualification.
What inspections will occur for refined groundnut oil before acceptance
Pre-dispatch inspection is conducted by the National Food Laboratory at the seller’s premises; post-receipt inspection is performed at the consignee site by a designated NATIONAL agency to ensure packaging, labeling, and quality compliance.
What standards and markings are mandatory for oil in defence tenders
Mandatory FSSAI and BIS markings must appear on packaging; DFS 420-2025 packaging standards apply; ensure product is non-toxic, with quality/hygiene compliance and relevant certification documentation.
What documentation ensures bidder eligibility for this defence procurement
Provide PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, 2+ years Govt/PSU supply proof, contract copies, OEM authorizations if required, and GST invoicing proof with GST portal confirmation on GeM.