Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Spices Tender 2026: Red Chillies Whole, Garlic Whole, Coriander Whole, Turmeric Whole, Black Pepper Whole, Mustard Whole – 17531 Value

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks procurement of whole spices including Red Chillies, Garlic, Coriander, Turmeric, Black Pepper, and Mustard in single or multiple lots with a total estimated value of ₹17,531. The tender covers 10 BOQ items with unspecified quantities, aiming to stock essential culinary staples across military depots. Bidders should ensure compliance with end-to-end supply, storage, and timely delivery to designated consignees, and must align with the security and logistical requirements of a defence procurement. The opportunity requires the establishment or confirmation of a functional service centre in the relevant state, along with dedicated service support channels, to ensure post-award maintenance and assistance. Unique aspects include standardised service escalation procedures and regional service coverage to support the Indian Army’s supply chain resilience.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product names/categories: Whole spices: Red Chillies, Garlic, Coriander, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Mustard; 10 BOQ items listed with no explicit quantity.
• Service & Support: Must have a Functional Service Centre in the state of the consignee; establishment within 30 days of award if not existing; payment release contingent on documentary evidence of functional service centre.
• Support channels: Dedicated/toll-free telephone for service support and an Escalation Matrix with contact numbers.
• Quality/standards: No explicit standards/IS codes provided in the data; bidders should verify commodity quality, packaging, and shelf life per defence procurement norms.
• Delivery/installation: Not specified; implied to be delivery to consignees under defence logistics; confirm lo­cation and delivery lead times in the bid.
• Documentation: OEM/authorisation evidence and service capability declarations required; ensure alignment with buyer terms for service readiness.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in tender data; bidders should verify portal updates and tender notices.
• Experience/turnover: Not specified in the provided data; bidders should prepare standard defence procurement documentation including past supplier experience.
• Delivery timeline: Not stated; anticipate defence delivery windows; confirm delivery deadlines during bid submission.
• Payment terms: Not detailed; expect defence payment norms; confirm terms in the bid response.
• Documents: GST, Pan, experience certificates, financials, any OEM authorisations, and technical bid documents typically required for defence tenders.
• Penalties: Not described; bidders should seek information on LD or performance bonds during clarification rounds.
• Warranty/AMC: Not specified; defence tenders may require post-delivery service support and warranty periods.