Indian Army Food Supplies Tender Rangareddi Telangana Spices ISO 9001 2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) seeks supply of multi-spice blends and whole spices including coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin whole, cardamom, black pepper, tamarind, clove, laung, mustard seeds, cinnamon sticks, bay leaf, hing, garlic, and aniseed for delivery to 554 ASC Bn, RK Puram Secunderabad under a supply contract. The tender involves 14 items with single-sourcing scope limited to goods only; estimated value and quantity are not disclosed. The option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates, with delivery timelines recalculated per formula and a minimum extension of 30 days. The supplier must meet ISO 9001 certification, provide material test certificates, BIS/type test/approval certificates, and maintain business integrity as per turnover criteria. This tender emphasizes in-country OEM support for imported items and post-delivery lab acceptance criteria. The address-based delivery location and the explicit installation/commissioning expectations (if in scope) are specified in the buyer’s terms. International suppliers must ensure registered Indian office for after-sales service. This opportunity targets spice manufacturers and distributors capable of meeting ISI/BIS and ISO standards and maintaining robust turnover, with a focus on reliable supply to a strategic defense client.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: spice powders and whole spices (e.g., coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin whole, cardamom, black pepper, tamarind, clove, laung, mustard seed, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, hing, garlic, aniseed)
• Standards and certificates: ISO 9001 certified (vendor or OEM); BIS licence and type test/approval certificates required; material test certificate to be supplied with delivery
• Quality assurance: buyer’s lab will perform material testing; acceptance based on lab results
• OEM/after-sales: imported products must have an Indian-registered office for service support
• Scope of supply: strictly goods supply; installation/commissioning only if included in scope
• Turnover criteria: minimum average annual turnover over past 3 years as specified in the bid document; must provide audited balance sheets or CA/Cost Accountant certificate
• Delivery address: 554 ASC Bn, RK Puram Secunderabad, Near Army Public School, C/O 56 APO, Secunderabad
• Delivery flexibility: option to increase quantity by up to 25% during contract duration
• EMD and documents: submit applicable EMD and all requested certificates with bid; non-submission leads to rejection

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: bidder must meet turnover criteria for last 3 years; provide audited statements or CA certificate; no liquidation or bankruptcy status
• Delivery terms: delivery schedule aligned with original delivery order; extended delivery time calculated per option clause, minimum 30 days
• OEM/after-sales: imported products require Indian office for after-sales service; OEM authorization proof
• Certificates: BIS license, type test, approval certificates; ISO 9001 certificate for bidder or OEM
• Documentation: upload Material Test Certificate; GST and PAN; experience certificates and financials as applicable
• Payment terms: not explicitly stated in the excerpt; standard government procurement terms typically apply
• Warranty/penalties: not explicitly detailed in excerpt; look for LD or warranty clauses in full bid
• Address for delivery: explicitly defined; ensure compliance with 554 ASC Bn, Secunderabad
• Option clause: quantity adjustments permitted up to 25% both pre- and intra-contract with modified timelines