Indian Army Spices Procurement FIROZPUR Punjab IS 2443 FSSAI GMP 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) operating in FIROZPUR, PUNJAB 142044. Product/Service: procurement of multiple spice categories including Turmeric, Sambhar Masala, Chilli, Large Cardamom as per IS 13446, Shahi Paneer Masala, Biryani Masala, Garam Masala, Black Pepper, Hing, Cumin, Fenugreek, Coriander (whole/ground) conforming to IS 2443. Estimated Value: ₹200,000.00. Tender emphasizes FSSAI compliance with valid license, GMP adherence, hygienic Sanitary requirements, and packing specifics. Key differentiator includes mandatory FSSAI license validity and IS 2443 conformity. The scope focuses on packaged spice blends with defined packing size requirements and form of cardamom. This tender requires strict regulatory compliance and hygienic packaging to meet defense food specifications.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards & Certifications: FSSAI license validity, compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and hygienic sanitary requirements per FSSAI regulations. Items must be IS 13446/IS 2443 compliant where applicable.
• Packing & Form: Packing size details to be specified; form of cardamom and packing size in kilograms as per packaging requirements.
• Product Scope: General type of spice products across multiple categories (Turmeric, Masalas, Cardamom, Pepper) with adherence to IS 2443 for coriander, whole and ground varieties.
• Brand/OEM/Quality: Emphasis on hygienic processing and packaging standards; ensure product meets Defence Food Specification criteria where referenced.
• Quality & Testing: Mandatory quality controls to confirm compliance with FSSAI and IS standards; packaging integrity and labeling to meet government procurement norms.
• Delivery/Installation: Not explicitly detailed; follow standard delivery terms for defence supply and option clause compliance for quantity variation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not explicitly stated in summary; bidders must review bid documents for deposit requirements.
• Delivery: Option clause allows quantity variation up to 25% at contract, with corresponding delivery period adjustments calculated as (additional quantity / original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Documents: Upload all certificates/documents sought in Bid document, ATC and Corrigendum; ensure compliance with mandatory certificates.
• Warranty/Compliance: Warranties aligned to Defence Food Specification; items to be defect-free for defined warranty period; confirm DFS sampling protocol with depot authorities.
• Eligibility Criteria: Must meet FSSAI standards, possess valid FSSAI license, GMP compliance, hygienic requirements; provide required GST PAN and experience as per tender terms.
• Purchase Terms: Right to adjust quantities; bidders must comply with option clause and delivery timing as stated.