Indian Army Refined Sunflower Oil Tender 2026 Bardhaman West Bengal - DFS 423-2025 Packaging & FSSAI BIS Compliance
Bid Publish Date
29-Aug-2026, 7:20 pm
Bid End Date
01-Sep-2026, 8:00 pm
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Regulatory packaging requirement: DFS 423-2025 compliance
- • Mandatory BIS and FSSAI certification for packaging and labeling
- • Delivery to Panagarh Military Station Supply Depot, Bardhaman
- • Option clause allowing up to 50% quantity variation during contract
- • Demurrage charges at 0.5% of total contract value per day for non-lift
- • Shelf life tied to DFS warranty period; latest manufacture and defined life
- • Original packing material; net weight only; non-standard weights rejected
- • Warranty terms aligned to commodity DFS standards
Tender Overview
Indian Army invites procurement of Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) for Defence, intended for supply to the Panagarh Military Station Supply Depot, Panagarh, Bardhaman, West Bengal. The tender specifies packaging and marking per DFS 423-2025, mandatory FSSAI/BIS compliance, and a warranty clause. Although an estimated value and EMD are not disclosed, the scope includes compliant oil types and quality/hygiene standards. Unique factors include location-specific delivery to a military depot and stringent packaging/marking requirements to ensure traceability. The absence of BOQ items indicates a potentially consolidated or single-line requirement with option-based quantity adjustments up to 50%. Bidders should prepare for strict regulatory packaging and labeling conventions.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements for oil type, quality, and hygiene standards
- Oil Types: Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) category; exact grade and purity not explicitly listed
- Packaging & Marking: DFS 423-2025 packaging standards; standardized weights and original packing material
- Mandatory Certifications: FSSAI and BIS compliance required; packaging/marking as per government norms
- Warranty: Warranty terms to be observed; supplier must declare shelf life equal to DFS warranty period
- Delivery Location: Supply Depot Panagarh Military Station, Panagarh, Bardhaman (PIN 713148)
- Quality Assurance: Compliance with quality and hygiene standards; carrier to ensure product integrity during transit
- Other: Brand/OEM specifics not stated; emphasis on regulatory compliance and traceability
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Bidder Financial standing: Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; upload undertaking
- Delivery: To be made at Panagarh Depot; installation/commissioning if applicable to be arranged at the same address
- Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 50%; proportional delivery timelines with minimum 30 days
- Demurrage: 0.5% of total contract value per day for late lifting; disposal after 1 month if not claimed
- Shelf Life: Declaration of shelf life equal to DFS warranty period; latest manufacture with 100% defined life at delivery
- Packing Material: Original packing only; net weight counted; no return of packing material
- Warranty: Supplier must provide warranty terms as per DFS standards; penalties for non-compliance may apply
Key Specifications
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- Oil Type: Refined Sunflower Oil (V4)
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- Packaging Standard: DFS 423-2025 compliant packaging
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- Marking: Government labeling requirements per packaging standards
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- Certifications: FSSAI and BIS mandatory
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- Warranty: Warranty period aligned to DFS item period
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- Delivery: To Supply Depot Panagarh Military Station, Panagarh, Bardhaman
Terms & Conditions
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EMD amount and exact value not disclosed; bidders must provide standard security measures
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Quantity may vary up to 50% at purchase order time
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Shelf life must match DFS warranty period; latest manufacture with full life at delivery
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment terms aligned to DFS procurement norms; not explicitly stated in data; bidders should confirm with authorities
Delivery Schedule
Delivery to Supply Depot Panagarh Military Station; option quantity changes influence delivery timelines with minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Demurrage at 0.5% of total contract value per day for non-lift; disposal after 1 month if unclaimed
Bidder Eligibility
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Financial integrity: not under liquidation or bankruptcy
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Experience in supplying edible oils to government/defence sectors
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Compliance with FSSAI and BIS standards for packaging and labeling
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
2906
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
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
2
OEM Avg. Turnover
10
Past Performance
10 %
Experience Required
3 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 Sunflower Oil (V4) (Defence) (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
13
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Bardhaman
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Bardhaman | Bardhaman | - | - | 2906 | 15 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9822313.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates (similar procurement of edible oils to defence/ Govt bodies)
Financial statements (audited if available)
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as applicable by DFS/GEM norms)
Technical bid documents demonstrating compliance with DFS 423-2025, FSSAI/BIS
OEM authorizations or brand/manufacturer certificate (if applicable)
Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements | Compliance to Defence Food Specifications No 423 - 2025 Issued By Secretariat Of The Technical Standardisation Committee (Food Stuffs) (Directorate General Of Supplies And Transport) (Copy Attached) |
| Compliance | Oil Types | Expressed |
| Compliance | Governing specification has been seen, read and understood | Yes |
| Compliance | Compliance to Quality and Hygiene Standard | As per Clause no. 1 to 7 (Quality) and Clause no. 17 to 18 (Hygiene) of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Packaging Type conforming to DFS 423 - 2025 | 1 Litre Polypouch, New 15 Kg square tin |
| Packaging and Marking | Packing | Packing as per clause no. 8 to 13 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Marking | As per Clause no. 14 to 15 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Mandatory Requirements of FSSAI/BIS | As per Clause no. 22 to 23 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Warranty | Warranty | As per clause no. 16 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about WEST BENGAL tender market
How to bid for Bardhaman sunflower oil tender in 2026 with Indian Army?
To bid, ensure compliance with DFS 423-2025 packaging, FSSAI and BIS certifications, and submit GST, PAN, experience certs, financials, and EMD documents. Delivery is to Panagarh Depot; confirm shelf life and warranty terms, and be prepared for up to 50% quantity variation.
What documents are required for Indian Army oil procurement in West Bengal?
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, financial statements, experience certificates for similar defence/oil supply, EMD/Security deposit, OEM authorizations if applicable, and technical bid demonstrating DFS 423-2025 compliance and FSSAI/BIS conformity.
What are the technical standards for sunflower oil in this tender?
Oil must be Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) with quality and hygiene standard compliance; packaging per DFS 423-2025; mandatory FSSAI and BIS certifications; shelf life equal to DFS warranty period.
When is the delivery deadline for Panagarh depot oil supply?
Delivery schedule links to the original delivery order; if quantity is increased, extended time is calculated as (increased/original) × original period, minimum 30 days, with possible 50% variation per contract terms.
What is the penalty for non-lift of items at Panagarh depot?
Demurrage applies at 0.5% of total contract value per day if items are not lifted within 48 hours; after one month, items may be destroyed with no claim admitted.
What certifications are mandatory for packaging and labeling?
Mandatory FSSAI and BIS certifications must accompany packaging and labeling; packaging material must adhere to DFS 423-2025 standards and standard weights.
How does the 50% quantity option affect the DFS oil procurement?
The purchaser may increase/decrease order quantity by up to 50% at contract award; delivery period adjusts from the last date of the original delivery order, with minimum 30 days added if applicable.