Indian Army Spices Tender Indore Madhya Pradesh IS 2443 IS 4403 FSSAI GMP 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) in INDORE, MADHYA PRADESH. Procurements cover a range of spice products conforming to IS 2443 and IS 4403, including chili, turmeric, coriander, cumin, ajwain, hing, garam masala, and chaat masala. Estimated value and exact EMD are not disclosed; however, the scope spans multiple QA’d spice blends with specified IS/FSSAI compliance. Key differentiators include mandatory FSSAI licence, GMP compliance, and hygienic/sanitary requirements. The tender emphasizes IS 2443 and BIS 4403 conformity, with packing and marking as a stated requirement. Unique aspects include hàng packaging sizing and supplier suitability for government procurement in a military context.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards/Certifications: FSSAI licence validity, GMP per FSSAI, Hygienic and Sanitary compliance per FSSAI regulations, BIS 4403 conformance.
• Product Scope: Variety of spice products such as Chili, Turmeric, Cumin, Ajowan, Cardamom, Fenugreek, Chaat Masala, Garam Masala, Shahi Paneer Masala, Sabji Masala, Sambhar Masala, Biryani Masala; IS 2443 and IS 4403 (V2) aligned.
• Packaging/Marking: Specified Packing Size and general packaging requirements; Type as per IS 2443; BIS 4403 conformance noted.
• Quality/Compliance: Suppliers must meet IS 2443 and IS 4403(V2) expectations; ensure product type consistency and brand/OEM alignment where applicable.
• Delivery and scope: Scope limited to supply of goods; option for quantity variation up to 25% during contract with extension logic; delivery period linked to original and extended timelines.
• Documentation: Emphasis on GST, PAN, and mandatory vendor compliance items per terms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates, with delivery time adjustments per formula. Bidders must comply.
• Financial Standing: No liquidation or bankruptcy; must upload an undertaking confirming financial soundness.
• Lifecycle: Products must have at least 1 year residual market life; no obsolete items.
• ND Declaration: Non-disclosure certificate to be submitted on bidder letterhead.
• Vendor Code Documents: PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; participation requires these documents.
• Turnover Criteria: Minimum average turnover over the last three years as specified in bid document; audited balance sheets or CA certificates required.