Indo-Tibetan Border Police Fresh Ration Items Procurement Srinagar JK 2026 GeM Fresh Food Supply

Tender Overview

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) – Central Armed Police Forces unit in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir invites online bids via GeM for the procurement of fresh ration items for 21 Bn ITBP Panthachowk, Srinagar (J&K) for the period 01.04.2026 to 31.03.2027. The bid scope is for the supply of goods only, with an EMD of ₹557,921. Bidders must submit exclusively through the GeM portal and monitor for corrigenda. The contract allows quantity adjustments up to 25% at bid/contract time and during the currency of the contract, at contracted rates, with delivery timelines anchored to the original/extended delivery periods. Minimum experience required is 3 years in supplying fresh ration items, with MSME context noted. The average annual turnover benchmark is ₹10 Lakh. This tender emphasizes reliability in fresh ration supply to a high-security unit and adherence to online submission protocols.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: fresh ration items (including vegetables, fruits, dairy, eggs, meat, poultry, bread, and related items) as part of a comprehensive daily ration for ITBP personnel.
• Delivery/quantity flexibility: up to 25% quantity increase/decrease; delivery period adjustments based on the option clause with minimum extension of 30 days.
• Submission/certifications: bidders must upload all required certificates; online bid submission via GeM; technical bid must include relevant proof of experience in fresh ration supply.
• Earnest money deposit: ₹557,921; scope includes all cost components in bid price; scope of supply is confined to goods delivery.
• Experience/turnover: minimum 3 years supplying fresh ration; average annual turnover not less than ₹10 Lakh; MSME consideration noted.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Online submission through GeM portal only; monitor for addenda/corrigenda; bid opening as per GeM schedule.
• For eligibility, bidders must supply all items listed in the bid and attach necessary certificates; non-submission may lead to bid rejection.
• Delivery terms are linked to the original/extended delivery period; additional time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• The contract runs from 01.04.2026 to 31.03.2027; 3+ years of relevant experience and credible track record in fresh ration supply are mandatory; MSME status is acknowledged."