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Indian Army Turmeric Powder and Spice Tender 2025 – 13 Items Procurement in Military Affairs Sector

Bid Publish Date

20-Nov-2025, 10:26 am

Bid End Date

01-Dec-2025, 11:00 am

Bid Opening Date

01-Dec-2025, 11:30 am

Location

BUDGAM , JAMMU AND KASHMIR

Progress

Issue20-Nov-2025, 10:26 am
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Quantity

111

Category

Turmeric Powder

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Categories 1

CORIANDER

Tender Overview

The Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs invites bids for a broad spice procurement package covering 13 items including turmeric powder, coriander powder, chilli powder, cumin seeds (jeera), tej patta, ajwain, fenugreek methi sabut, chicken masala, mustard seeds (rai), sambar masala, meat masala, garam masala, and chilli mirch sabut. The scope appears to be large-scale spice supply to support ongoing military logistics. The tender emphasizes quantity flexibility under an option clause up to 25% with staged delivery timelines and rates. The BOQ lists 13 items, but item-level quantities are not disclosed, signaling a framework contract approach with responsive fulfillment. The clause allows delivery extensions and quantity adjustments, aligning with fluctuating needs of the Army’s depots. Bidders must demonstrate financial stability and non-liquidation status, ensuring able to sustain supply commitments. This procurement seeks reliable spice vendors able to meet timely supply against a dynamic demand profile.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product scope: 13 spice/masala categories (turmeric, coriander, chili, cumin, tej patta, ajwain, methi sabut, chicken masala, mustard seeds, sambar masala, meat masala, garam masala, chilli mirch sabut)
  • Delivery flexibility: option quantity up to 25% of bid quantity; additional time formula: (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
  • Contract model: quantity adjustments during currency at contracted rates; delivery period commences from last date of original DO
  • Quality/standing: bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; upload undertaking to confirm financial standing
  • BOQ status: 13 items, with unspecified individual quantities; national military supply context
  • No explicit technical standards or certifications are listed; focus remains on supply readiness, reliability, and uninterrupted delivery under a government framework

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD/financial health: bidders must not be undergoing liquidation or court receivership; provide undertaking
  • Delivery terms: delivery schedule linked to last date of original delivery order; option period uses the extended delivery framework
  • Payment terms: not specified in the data; expect standard government terms
  • Documentation: bidders should provide standard GST, PAN, experience certificates, and financial statements as per typical military tenders
  • Sample provision: bidder must supply samples within 5 days from bid start to consignee location
  • Rights reserved by purchaser: quantity and delivery extensions up to 25% during contract; purchaser may adjust delivery timelines accordingly

Key Specifications

  • 13 spice items enumerated in BOQ including turmeric, coriander, chilli powders and masalas

  • Delivery flexibility up to 25% quantity variation at contract; additional time formula with minimum 30 days

  • No standalone item-wise quantities disclosed; framework contract with supply readiness emphasis

  • Non-liquidation certification and undertaking required for bidder eligibility

  • Sample submission requirement: samples within 5 days from bid start

Terms & Conditions

  • Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract

  • Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order

  • Bidder must be financially stable and not under liquidation; provide undertaking

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not explicitly stated; expected standard government payment terms after delivery and acceptance

Delivery Schedule

Delivery timelines tied to original DO date; extended periods applicable under option clause with 30-day minimum

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified in data; typical government tenders include LD only if delivery delays occur

Bidder Eligibility

  • Not under liquidation or court receivership

  • Demonstrated spice procurement experience

  • Financial statements showing stability and capability

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Closed: 17 December 2024
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Posted: 6 November 2024
Closed: 27 November 2024
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Posted: 24 February 2025
Closed: 22 March 2025
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Closed: 14 November 2024
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Bill of Quantities (BOQ) 13 Items

Item # Title Description Quantity Unit Consignee Delivery (Days)
1 Turmeric Powder Turmeric Powder 16 kg hc278 15
2 Coriander Powder Coriander Powder 14 kg hc278 15
3 Chilli Powder Chilli Powder 14 kg hc278 15
4 Cumin Seeds Jeera Cumin Seeds Jeera 5 kg hc278 15
5 Tej Patta Tej Patta 3 kg hc278 15
6 Ajwain Ajwain 2 kg hc278 15
7 Fenugreek Methi Sabut Fenugreek Methi Sabut 3 kg hc278 15
8 Chicken Masala Chicken Masala 14 pkt hc278 15
9 Mustard Seeds Rai Mustard Seeds Rai 2 kg hc278 15
10 Sambar Masala Sambar Masala 10 pkt hc278 15
11 Meat Masala Meat Masala 12 pkt hc278 15
12 Garam Masala Garam Masala 14 pkt hc278 15
13 Chilli Mirch Sabut Chilli Mirch Sabut 2 kg hc278 15

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for spice procurement exposure

4

Financial statements demonstrating stability

5

Bid security/EMD documents (as per purchaser’s clause)

6

Technical bid documents detailing product specifications

7

OEM authorizations or brand/vendor certifications (if required)

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about JAMMU AND KASHMIR tender market

How to bid for Indian Army spice procurement tender in 2025?

Bidders should submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, and EMD along with technical bid. Ensure non-liquidation undertaking and provide samples within 5 days of bid start. The 13 spice items include turmeric, coriander, and masalas; quantity flexibility up to 25% applies during contract.

What documents are required for spice tender in Army procurement 2025?

Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for spice supply, financial statements, EMD, OEM authorizations if applicable, and technical compliance details. Ensure samples are delivered within 5 days to consignee location after bid start.

What are the delivery terms for Army spice supply tenders 2025?

Delivery periods commence from the last date of the original delivery order. If the quantity increases under the option clause, extended time is calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.

Which spices are covered under the Indian Army 2025 tender?

The 13 items include turmeric powder, coriander powder, chilli powder, cumin seeds, tej patta, ajwain, fenugreek sabut, chicken masala, mustard seeds, sambar masala, meat masala, garam masala, and chilli mirch sabut.

What is the purpose of the option clause in Army spice tenders?

The option clause allows increasing or decreasing the ordered quantity by up to 25% during contract and currency, with rates at contracted values. Delivery timelines adjust accordingly, ensuring responsiveness to Army logistics needs.

What are the eligibility criteria for spice suppliers bidding to the Indian Army?

Bidders must be financially solvent (no liquidation), possess GST and PAN, show spice procurement experience, provide bid security, and offer OEM authorizations if required. Non-disclosure of quantities in BOQ requires bidders to demonstrate capability in supply and timely delivery.

How are samples handled in the Army spice tender 2025?

Bidders must provide item samples within 5 days from bid start to the consignee location. Samples verify product quality, packaging, and compliance with procurement requirements before final contract award.