Indian Army Cornflour, Custard Powder & Packaged Food Supplies Tender Bangalore Karnataka 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a broad range of packaged food products, including cornflour, custard powder, sago, ice cream powder, jelly, pickles, vinegar, cream, aerated water, juices, milk chocolate, lassi, salts, nuts (cashew, almonds, raisins), lime cordial, match boxes, and tomato sauce. Location: BANGALORE, KARNATAKA - 560001. The procurement scope spans 18 items with an estimated value not disclosed and requires vendors to provide PAN, GSTIN, current bank details, and EFT mandate. The contract allows a 50% quantity variation during both initial and ongoing periods, with delivery timelines tied to last delivery order dates and extended periods. A post-receipt inspection regime is indicated, with demurrage provisions for non-lifted items.

• Key differentiator: option clause enabling quantity fluctuations up to 50% at contracted rates
• Unique aspect: mandatory vendor documentation for vendor code creation and EFT-based payments
• Context: strategic supply of staple food items to military establishments in Karnataka

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No technical product specifications are provided in the tender data. The BOQ lists 18 items in the catalog, but no quantities or units are disclosed. The ATC mentions post-receipt inspection and pre-dispatch inspec­tion is not selected. The demurrage clause imposes 0.5% of contract value per day for unlifted items, with destruction if not lifted within 30 days. Vendors must ensure non-toxic, health-hazard-free supplies and may need to furnish MSDS for toxic materials. The inspection framework and option clause significantly influence delivery planning.

• Documentation requirements include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate; post-acceptance inspection at consignee site; and adherence to health and safety norms. Delivery terms will hinge on the last delivery order date and extended periods; price adjustments may arise from quantity fluctuations.

Terms & Eligibility

• EMD: Not explicitly disclosed in the data
• Delivery: Delivery period linked to last order date; additional time calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, min 30 days
• Payment: EFT-based processes implied; specifics not detailed
• Documents: PAN, GSTIN, Cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation required
• Penalties: Demurrage at 0.5% of contract value per day for undelivered items; potential destruction after 30 days
• Inspection: Post-receipt inspection at consignee site; pre-dispatch not required in ATC