Indian Army Cheese Procurement Tender 2026 by Department of Military Affairs - ISI/ISO Standards & Demurrage Terms

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks to procure cheese under a government tender for the year 2026. The scope references a cheese category (Q3) with no defined BOQ items or explicit quantity in the data provided. Key differentiators include a robust quantity variation clause allowing up to 50% increase/decrease, and a structured demurrage regime for rejected items. The tender emphasizes required vendor-code setup documents and a formal inspection process, with penalties for non-compliance. The absence of explicit delivery timelines and location details necessitates bidders to rely on standard government procurement delivery practices and the option clause to calibrate orders. This tender’s unique aspect is the combination of demurrage provisions, inspection verdict procedures, and the option for quantity adjustments during the contract period, underscoring a flexible yet controlled supply arrangement.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/service: Cheese (Q3 category) for Indian Army procurement
• No BOQ items listed; no explicit quantities or estimated value available
• Mandatory documentation for vendor-code creation includes: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate certified by bank
• Inspection framework: CFL-based verdicts, acceptance samples, and a defined appeal pathway to ST-7/8, DGST, QMG’s Branch
• Demurrage: 0.5% of total contract value per day if not lifted within 48 hours; destruction after one month if not lifted
• Option Clause: quantity may vary ±50% during contract, with extended delivery time recalculated (minimum 30 days)
• Delivery/DP timings linked to original delivery order; extended time governed by option clause
• No specified delivery location; tender relies on standard government delivery practices

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: not disclosed in data; bidders must comply with option clause and delivery calculations
• Vendor-code documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate
• Rejection process: appeals within 14 days to ST-7/8, DGST, with final decision by CFL
• Quality checks: samples and verdict by CFL, with no extended tendering time granted on rejection
• Demurrage and disposal policy: strict timelines and destruction rights
• No explicit warranty or payment terms listed in the provided terms