Indian Army Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) Defence Tender 2026 – BIS/FSSAI Packaging as per DFS 423-2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) under Defence category (Q3). The tender specifies BIS/FSSAI compliance for packaging and labeling, DFS 423-2025 packaging standards, and warranty provisions. The estimated value and projected quantities are not disclosed, but the EMD is ₹65,785. Bidders must meet governing specifications and hygiene standards for a defence-grade edible oil supply. A key differentiator is the mandatory packaging and marking conformance to DFS 423-2025 with BIS/FSSAI marks, ensuring compliance with official quality norms for defence procurement. The tender emphasizes packaging and marking requirements and a warranty clause, indicating a complete supply and post-delivery support expectation. Location details are not disclosed in the provided data, so bidders should verify site-specific delivery terms with the purchaser. This tender highlights strict compliance with technical and packaging standards, along with a flexible quantity option under the Purchaser’s right to adjust volumes up to 25% at contract rates.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) for Defence use
• Governing specifications: Read and understood; adhere to applicable oil-type standards and quality controls
• Packaging standards: DFS 423-2025 packaging conformance; packaging type, packing, and marking must meet regulations
• Compliance: Mandatory FSSAI and BIS marks; quality and hygiene standards must be maintained
• Warranty: Supplier must provide warranty as per terms
• EMD/Cost: EMD amount specified as ₹65,785; exact bid value not disclosed
• Delivery: Delivery period terms exist with option to extend under the quantity variation clause; computation method provided for increased quantity
• Other: No BOQ items specified; product must satisfy defence procurement standards

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹65,785 (captured amount); submit as per tender terms
• Quantity variation: Up to 25% increase/decrease at contract placement and during currency, at contracted rates
• Delivery timeline: Base delivery period from last date of original delivery order; extended delivery time formula applies with minimum 30 days
• Packaging/marking: DFS 423-2025 compliant packaging; mandatory BIS and FSSAI marks
• Warranty: Warranty to be provided as per specified terms; details to be confirmed in ATC
• Governing standards: Oil-type compliance and hygiene standards; ensure adherence to governing specifications
• Documentation: Complete submission under terms and ATC; verify required documents for defence procurement
• Location: Delivery location not disclosed; confirm with purchaser prior to bid submission