Indian Army Spices Procurement - ISI/IS 2443 IS 13446, FSSAI GMP ISO 9001 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for a range of spice products including turmeric, coriander (whole and ground), cumin, black pepper, small and large cardamom, asafoetida, garam masala, sambhar masala, shahi paneer masala, biryani masala, and fenugreek, conforming to IS 2443 and related standards. The procurement emphasizes FSSAI licensing, GMP compliance, and hygienic/sanitary requirements. Delivery and installation, if applicable, is at 51 Engineer Regiment, Ranchi, Jharkhand. The contract scope demands IS 2443-type packaging with specified pack sizes and packaging details. The initiative requires OEM/ bidder ISO 9001 certification and a robust after-sales service network in India, with a one-year warranty from final acceptance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Type: Spice blends and single-ingredient spices per IS 2443; Form of cardamom as specified; Pack size and Packaging requirements.
• Standards/Certifications: FSSAI license; GMP per FSSAI; FSSAI hygienic requirements; ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM; distribution with valid licenses.
• Quality/Compliance: Compliance with FSSAI standards, validity of FSSAI license, and packaging suitable for procurement and supply chain integrity.
• Delivery/Logistics: Actual delivery to Ranchi address; installation/commissioning if included; OEM service availability across India.
• Documentation: Evidence of packaging type, pack sizes, and form of cardamom; clear IS 2443 alignment.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financials: Not stated here; ensure submission as per T&C and vendor code creation prerequisites.
• Experience/Turnover: ISO 9001 certification required; presence of OEM/authorized supplier network in India.
• Delivery Timeline: Delivery timelines to be clarified in bid; installation/commissioning to consignee location if scope includes.
• Payment: Terms to be negotiated; ensure readiness to accept standard government payment processes.
• Documents: PAN, GST,Cancelled Cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorizations; technical compliance; GST registration; experience certificates; financials.