Indian Army Fennel Mustard Black Pepper Procurement Indore Madhya Pradesh FSSAI GMP 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) headquartered in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, seeks supply of fennel (saunf), mustard (rai/sarson), and black pepper under a single procurement notice. The expected scope includes bulk supply to meet food-grade standards, with emphasis on FSSAI licensing, GMP compliance, and hygienic/sanitary requirements. The contract contemplates a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% more or less than bid quantity, with delivery timelines recalculated from the last original delivery order. The tender emphasizes product packaging and packing size, aligning with government food-safety norms and supplier capabilities. Unique aspects include a focus on compliant suppliers with in-country after-sales or support readiness for imports if applicable. This notice targets vendors capable of meeting rigorous food-grade standards in Madhya Pradesh, with attention to reliable delivery within the extended delivery framework.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards/Certifications: FSSAI Standards, valid FSSAI License; compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP); adherence to Hygienic and Sanitary Requirements per FSSAI regulations.
• Product attributes: Bulk supply of fennel, mustard, and black pepper; ensure correct packing and clearly defined Packing Size.
• Qualifying features: Type and general category information focusing on food-grade spices; emphasis on packaging integrity and labeling.
• Delivery scope: Scope of supply is restricted to goods (no services); delivery terms will be governed by option clause but anchored to original delivery period with adjustments as described.
• OEM/Import: If imported, OEM/authorized seller must have registered Indian office for after-sales support.
• Documentation alignment: Maintain compliance with tender terms; submit required bid documents and financials as per requirements.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: No explicit EMD amount specified in the data; bidder turnover and financial health must meet stated thresholds and provide audited balance sheets or CA certificates for the last three years.
• Delivery/option clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% during contract; delivery time adjustments computed by (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
• Documents required: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; non-disclosure declaration; turnover evidence; OEM authorization for imported products; vendor code creation documents.
• Turnover criteria: Minimum average annual turnover for the last three financial years as specified in the bid document; compute turnover if entity is <3 years old by completed years after incorporation.
• Compliance: Suppliers must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; must provide undertaking with bid; for imported goods, ensure in-country service support.