Tender Overview
The opportunity is with the Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) for procurement related to Almond without Shell under the Defence Food Specification framework. The contract incorporates a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 50% increase/decrease at time of order and during the currency of the contract, using contracted rates. The warranty provisions align with the DFS and include post-acceptance testing and sampling procedures by CFL/FIU, with stock draws potentially conducted to verify quality. This tender emphasizes conformity to governing Defence Food Specifications, packaging/marking details, and lab testing requirements. A unique aspect is the option-driven expansion of quantity while preserving delivery terms, and a defence-grade warranty tied to the DFS parameters. The absence of a BOQ implies a focus on compliance, quality, and supply readiness rather than a fixed item list. The tender is notable for its rigorous DFS conformity verification and supplier readiness for national deployment.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Conformity to Technical Requirements/Governing Specifications for Defence Food Specifications (DFS) is mandatory; bidder must demonstrate understanding and compliance.
- Governing specification has been read and understood by the bidder; evidence of comprehension may be requested.
- Packing type and net weight per packet must be clearly defined in the packaging and marking section; bidder to provide precise packaging details.
- Test reporting: the lab or lab type used to prove DFS conformity must be specified and meet DFS verification standards.
- ISR/QA documentation expected to support conformity, packaging, and testing claims.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option Clause enables Purchaser to adjust quantity by ±50% at contract placement and during currency.
- Warranty: goods must conform to Defence Food Specification (DFS) and remain defect-free for the DFS-specified warranty period from acceptance.
- Post-acceptance stock may be sampled by CFL/FIU with three working days’ notice for supplier availability; non-response may lead to unilateral sampling.
- Delivery timelines derive from the last delivery order date and extended periods in line with option exercise; minimum extension rules apply.
- Emphasizes compliance with DFS, packaging standards, and testing regimes for supply readiness.
