Indian Army Fenugreek, Spices Tender Darjeeling West Bengal 2026 - ISI/AAA TRTL Style Specifications 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a spice procurement package covering multiple categories including Fenugreek, Bay Leaf, Whole Mustard, Black Pepper, Large Cordamom, Coriander, Chilli Powder, Cumin, Small Cordamom, and Turmeric Powder for delivery in Darjeeling, West Bengal. The BOQ lists 10 items across spice sub-categories with an estimated value and EMD not disclosed. The tender emphasizes quantity variation up to 25% at contract award and during currency at contracted rates, with delivery timelines anchored to the original delivery period. The absence of explicit start/end dates suggests a framework for ongoing procurement, with a focus on conforming to the option clause in the delivery schedule.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No technical specifications are provided in the tender text. The procurement scope comprises 10 spice items across multiple categories, with no unit rates, quantities, or packaging standards disclosed.
• Buyer terms require compliance with an option clause allowing a ±25% quantity variation and a proportional adjustment of delivery time, calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a 30-day minimum.
• The absence of ISI, BIS, or other standard references means bidders must rely on general quality controls and supplier certifications customary for government spice supply while ensuring traceability and safe handling during transport to Darjeeling.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• The contract reserves the right to increase or decrease order quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during the currency of the contract at contracted rates.
• Delivery period extension is tied to the option clause, with a minimum 30-day extension in revised timelines.
• No start/end dates or exact EMD/value is specified in the data provided; bidders should be prepared with standard government bid documents and supplier compliance credentials for spice procurement.