Indian Army Spice Procurement Leh Ladakh 2026 – Haldi Powder, Masala Varieties, 25% Quantity Option, Govt Standards

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) – procurement of a diverse spice portfolio including Haldi Powder, Mirchi Powder, Dhania Powder, Jeera Sabut, Garam Masala, Meat Masala, Chicken Masala, Kasoori Methi, Imlee, Chat Masala, Choti Elachi, Long, Moti Elachi. Location: Leh, UT Ladakh (c/o 56 APO, Karu Military Station). Estimated Value: Not specified; Quantity: Not disclosed; Delivery Address: 2nd Battalion The Ladakh Scouts Regiment, PIN-910352, Leh. Delivery Terms: Option to increase quantity up to 25% at contracted rates; extended delivery time tied to extended quantity. Key Differentiator: Hazard precautions for certain items, GST as applicable, and 3-year residual market life requirement for offered products. Unique context: Government procurement with pre-qualification on ongoing supply to a high-altitude defence unit.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Categories: Ground and whole spices listed in the tender scope (Haldi Powder, Mirchi Powder, Dhania Powder, Jeera Sabut, Garam Masala, Meat Masala, Chicken Masala, Kasoori Methi, Imlee, Chat Masala, Choti Elachi, Long, Moti Elachi).
• Standards/Compliance: Not specified in the tender; bidders must ensure products are not obsolete and have at least 3 years residual market life.
• Delivery & Packaging: Dispatch to Leh address with hazard labeling where applicable; MSDS and batch details must accompany hazardous items.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of regular manufacturing/supply of same or similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSUs.
• Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation prerequisites.
• GST Handling: GST payable per actuals or applicable rates, subject to a maximum of quoted GST percentage.
• Obsolescence Clause: Ensure offered items are not end-of-life before contract period.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD / Security: Not disclosed in data; bidders must adhere to standard EMD practices per government tender rules.
• Delivery Window: Delivery begins after order; extension rules permit up to 25% quantity changes within the original framework and extended period calculations.
• Installation/Commissioning: If covered, the bidder is responsible; otherwise, only supply as per purchase order.
• Vendor Eligibility: Not under liquidation or court proceedings; provide undertaking with bid.
• Submission Proofs: PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorizations may be required for brand-specific items.
• Hazard Handling: For hazardous items, proper packaging marks, MSDS, batch number, manufacturing date, net/gross weight, and shelf life must be printed on pack.
• GST Clarifications: Tax responsibility lies with bidder; invoice GST is reimbursed per actuals, up to quoted rate.