Indian Army Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) Defence Tender 2026 – DFS 420-2025 Packaging, ISI/BIS Compliance
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RAKey Highlights
- • Governing standards and certifications: FSSAI, BIS, and DFS 420-2025 packaging compliance
- • EMD amount clearly specified: ₹57,908 with conditions for government procurement
- • 2+ years residual market life requirement to avoid obsolescence
- • Option clause enabling +/-25% quantity variation during and after contract
- • Invoice must be raised in consignee name with GSTIN and GST portal payment proof
- • Demurrage charges at 0.5% per day if rejected items are not lifted within 48 hours
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) for defence use. The procurement is listed under a Q3 category with an EMD of ₹57,908. The packaging must conform to DFS 420-2025, with FSSAI/BIS mandatory markings. The supplier must demonstrate OEM capacity, evidenced by at least 2 years of market life and prior government/similar deployments. The bid allows a 25% quantity variation and extended delivery timelines if exercised. This tender prioritizes compliance with governing specifications and hygiene standards, ensuring reliable supply for defence needs in a controlled supply chain.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Governing specifications/technical requirements acknowledged and understood
- Oil type: Refined groundnut oil (V4) suited for defence use
- Packaging Type: DFS 420-2025 compliant, with specified packing and marking requirements
- Mandatory certifications: FSSAI and BIS compliance required
- Warranty: Provisions to be observed per tender terms
- Quality & Hygiene: Strict adherence to hygiene standards
- EMD: ₹57,908; no explicit delivery schedule provided, but terms include option to adjust quantities by ±25%
- No BOQ items listed; emphasis on compliance and ongoing supply readiness
- Invoicing must reflect consignee name and GSTIN; GST portal payment evidence required
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Bidder must be financially sound (no liquidation or bankruptcy) and upload a related undertaking
- Products offered should not be end-of-life within a 2-year residual market life
- Documents for Vendor Code creation: PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, EFT mandate
- Experience: 2+ years manufacturing/supplying similar oil products to govt/PSU; provide contract copies
- Option clause allows ±25% quantity changes at contract delivery; delivery timing linked to last delivery order date; minimum 30 days
- Invoice must be GST-compliant with consignee GSTIN; GST portal payment proof required
- Demurrage: 0.5% of contract value per day for 48-hour delay in lifting; destruction if not lifted within 1 month
Key Specifications
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Oil type: Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) for defence
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Packaging: DFS 420-2025 compliant, with mandatory markings
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Certifications: FSSAI and BIS compliance required
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Quality: Adherence to hygiene standards per governing specifications
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EMD: ₹57,908
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Delivery terms: ±25% quantity variation rights; minimum 30 days extra delivery time if exercised
Terms & Conditions
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EMD amount and GST invoicing requirements
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Option clause enabling quantity adjustments up to 25%
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Mandatory FSSAI/BIS packaging compliance and DFS 420-2025
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Invoices must be in consignee name with GSTIN; GST portal payment proof required
Delivery Schedule
Delivery can be adjusted by up to 25%; additional time formula based on quantities and base delivery period; minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Demurrage at 0.5% of contract value per day for unlifted items within 48 hours; destruction after one month
Bidder Eligibility
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No liquidation or bankruptcy proceedings against bidder
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Minimum 2 years of OEM-supplied oil product experience to govt/PSU
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Financially capable and able to provide EFT Mandate and GST documentation
Reverse Auction Schedule
Start
28-Aug-2026, 12:00 pm
End
29-Aug-2026, 12:00 pm
Duration: 24 hours
Reverse Auction Document
✅ RA concluded. Check financial results for final rankings.
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
5973
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
5
OEM Avg. Turnover
5
Past Performance
20 %
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Refined Groundnut Oil (V4) (Defence) (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
AMBALA
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | AMBALA | AMBALA | - | - | 5973 | 15 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9719973.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT mandate certified by bank
Experience certificates showing 2+ years with govt/PSU clients
Contract copies of similar oil supply
OEM authorization/endorsement (if bidding through reseller)
Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements | Compliance to Defence Food Specifications No 420 - 2025 Issued By Secretariat Of The Technical Standardisation Committee (Food Stuffs) (Directorate General Of Supplies And Transport) (Copy Attached) |
| Compliance | Oil Types | Solvent Extracted |
| Compliance | Governing specification has been seen, read and understood | Yes |
| Compliance | Compliance to Quality and Hygiene Standard | As per Clause no. 1 to 5 (Quality) and Clause no. 15 to 16 (Hygiene) of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Packaging Type conforming to DFS 420 - 2025 | 1 Litre Polypouch, New 15 Kg square tin, 1 Litre PET Bottle |
| Packaging and Marking | Packing | Packing as per clause no. 6 to 11 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Marking | As per Clause no. 12 to 13 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Mandatory Requirements of FSSAI/BIS | As per Clause no. 20 to 21 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Warranty | Warranty | As per clause no. 14 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about HARYANA tender market
How to bid for refined groundnut oil defence tender in India Army 2026
Bidders must meet eligibility criteria including 2+ years of govt/PSU supply, hold PAN and GST, provide an EFT mandate, and submit OEM authorization if bidding through a reseller. Ensure FSSAI/BIS and DFS 420-2025 packaging compliance, and attach the ₹57,908 EMD with bid.
What documents are required for Indian Army oil procurement bid
Required documents include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, experience contracts showing 2+ years in similar oil supply, OEM authorizations, and invoices demonstrating prior government work. Ensure packaging meets DFS 420-2025 standards and FSSAI/BIS marks.
What are the packaging standards for defence groundnut oil tender in 2026
Packaging must comply with DFS 420-2025; include correct marking, tamper-evident seals, and lot-wise labeling. Ensure BIS and FSSAI certifications are present on packaging and documents; verify consistency with product specifications in the tender.
What is the EMD amount and payment terms for this tender
EMD is ₹57,908. Bidders must submit this amount per tender guidelines via appropriate payment mode. Invoices must reflect the consignee GSTIN; payment proof should be uploaded on the GST portal as part of bid submission.
What is the delivery flexibility for quantity in this defence tender
The purchaser may increase or decrease quantity up to ±25% at contract placement and during currency. Delivery time adjusts from the last delivery order date with a minimum 30 days extension; ensure planning aligns with potential variations.
What are the key standards required for oil quality in this bid
Required standards include FSSAI and BIS compliance. The product must adhere to governing oil specifications and maintain hygiene, with a clear warranty provision. Ensure the product remains within market life of at least 2 years post-bid opening.
How to demonstrate prior govt/PSU experience for this oil bid
Provide copies of contracts with govt/PSU authorities showing supply of oils or related products over the last 2+ years, with annual quantities and values. If bidding in a bunch, the primary product must meet the experience criterion and include yearly execution proof.
What should be included in the GST invoicing for this supply
Invoices must be raised in the consignee name with the consignee GSTIN. Attach scanned GST invoices and a GST portal payment confirmation screenshot. Align the invoice to the contract scope and ensure GST compliance for timely payment.