Indian Army Cheese Tender Jammu & Kashmir FSSAI GMP Compliant 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, advertises a cheese procurement opportunity in JAMMU, JAMMU & KASHMIR — 180001. The contract centers on cheese products (Q3 category) with emphasis on FSSAI compliance and hygienic production practices. Key information includes the need for valid FSSAI license, GMP adherence, and hygienic-s sanitary standards, plus packing size details. The notice underlines potential quantity adjustments via an option clause up to 25% during and after contract award, with delivery timelines tied to revised orders. The scope prioritizes regulatory compliance, traceability, and proper packaging markings, targeting suppliers capable of maintaining food-grade quality across multiple consignments. The unique aspect is the military context and mandatory FSSAI-based qualifications, alongside standard demurrage and inspection provisions for ration items.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards & Certifications: FSSAI compliance with valid license, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) per FSSAI; maintain hygienic and sanitary conditions as per FSSAI regulations.
• Packing & Marking: Specify Packing Size in line with regulatory and logistical requirements.
• Product Category: Cheese (Q3) with general category attributes; supplier must demonstrate product type compatibility and quality controls.
• Inspection & Quality: Sampling, CFL verdicts, and an appeal mechanism exist in the ATC; ensure readiness for inspection and potential quality checks at delivery.
• Delivery Context: Option-based quantity variations with delivery timing linked to order dates and extended periods, including demurrage implications for rejected stock.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financial Terms: Not explicitly stated in the document; bidders should prepare standard tender security as per organization policy.
• Documents: Include PAN, GSTIN, bank Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate; vendor code creation prerequisites apply.
• Delivery & Penalties: Demurrage at 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted rejected items; destruction after one month if not retrieved.
• Inspection: Acceptance sampling with CFL verdict; appeals to ST-7/8, DGST, QMG’s Branch within the specified fourteen-day window.
• Contextual Clauses: Right to modify quantities by up to ±25% and adjust delivery periods accordingly; adherence to ATCs and ration item terms is expected.