Indian Army Almond without Shell Tender Sonitpur Assam 2026 Governing Specifications Compliance

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for Almond without Shell (Defence, Q2) in Sonitpur, Assam. The procurement has an EMD of ₹27,510 and requires bidders to submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. The buyer reserves quantity variation up to ±50% during and after contract; delivery timing adjusts accordingly. This opportunity targets suppliers capable of conforming to governing specifications, packaging/marking norms, and rigorous inspection regimes. The absence of a BOQ implies a focus on conformity, packing, and testing protocols rather than a fixed unit count.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category focuses on Almond without Shell for defence, with emphasis on conformity to governing specifications.
• Required packaging/marking details include the type of packing and net weight per packet.
• Test/report requirements specify the lab type used to prove conformity to the specification.
• Vendor must demonstrate awareness of the Governing Specification, with documented confirmation of reading and understanding.
• Demurrage provisions: 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted rejected items after 48 hours; potential destruction after one month.
• Inspection pathway includes sample analysis, CFL verdict, and an appeal mechanism to ST-7/8 for re-testing.

Terms & Eligibility

• Mandatory documents: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate certified by bank.
• Option clause permits order quantity adjustments up to 50% during and after the initial contract, with delivery timelines scaled accordingly.
• Demurrage, inspection, and appeal processes are defined; rejection initiates a formal appeal and re-testing pathway within 14 days.
• No fixed BOQ; emphasis on conformity, packaging, test lab certification, and supplier readiness for flexible quantities.