Indian Army Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) Defence Tender 2026 DFS 420-2025 Packaging - Q3

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for procuring Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) (Q3). The tender emphasizes packaging conforming to DFS 420-2025 and categorizes the item under Compliance with an initial emphasis on oil-type specifications. While the BOQ shows no line items, the contract allows a flexible quantity framework with a potential 50% increase during procurement and a similar extension during the currency of the contract. The tender stresses adherence to delivery norms starting after the original delivery order, with proportional increases calculated by the formula provided in the option clause. This procurement aligns with defence material standards and requires strict packaging and quality control aligned to DFS 420-2025.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service: Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) for defence use
• Packaging requirement: DFS 420-2025 compliant packaging type
• Category: Compliance; Oil Types category indicates multiple oil-type controls may apply
• No BOQ items available, signaling potential single-line or open-quantity bid strategy
• Governing specifications/technical requirements are noted under Compliance; bidders must demonstrate conformity to packaging standards and oil-type specifications as defined by the authority
• Submissions will require demonstration of ability to deliver within the extended delivery window generated by the option clause
• The absence of a defined BOQ implies bidders should be prepared to propose quantities within the 50% variation framework

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause grants Purchaser authority to increase/decrease quantity up to 50% of bid quantity at contract placement and during contract currency at contracted rates
• Delivery period adjustments calculated as: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; extended delivery time may revert to original delivery period
• Bidders must comply with the option clause and related delivery-time calculations
• No explicit EMD or payment terms are listed in the provided terms; bidders should verify with the Buyer for security deposit requirements and payment milestones
• General tender governance remains under the Indian Army’s procurement guidelines; ensure readiness for packaging compliance verification to DFS 420-2025 standards