Indian Army Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) Defence Food Specification Tender 2026 – DFS 423-2025 Packaging
Indian Army
PATIALA, PUNJAB
Posted:
16 March 2026
Closed:
23 March 2026
GEM
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Indian Army Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) Defence Tender Pathankot Punjab 2026 – DFS 423-2025 Packaging & 50% Quantity Flexibility
Progress
Issue30-Jun-2026, 7:56 pm
AwardPending
Quantity
13159
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Categories
2
Tender Overview
Organization: Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, Pathankot, Punjab (143534). Product: Refined Sunflower Oil, V4, Defence quality grade. Estimated Value/EMD: EMD set at ₹73,625; no explicit estimated contract value published. Location & Category: Pathankot, Punjab; Defence sector oil supply under Q3 norms. Packaging: DFS 423-2025 compliant packaging; ensures standardized packing for Defence use. Key differentiator: stringent packaging standard, domestic supplier eligibility for defence fuel-grade edible oils, mandatory adherence to governing specifications. Unique aspects: option clause allowing up to 50% quantity variation at contract award and during contract currency; delivery timing calculation anchored to original delivery period with minimum 30 days extension.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Oil Type: Refined Sunflower Oil, V4 grade for Defence use.
- Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements: Compliance with stated governing specification; explicit reference to technical requirements and read/understood clause.
- Packaging: DFS 423-2025 packaging standard; specifies packaging type conforming to this DFS revision.
- Documentation/Certification: Vendors must demonstrate conformity to oil-type standards and packaging norms; no BOQ quantity data available.
- Delivery Scope: Delivery schedule tied to original delivery order; option to modify quantity up to 50% and adjust delivery accordingly; minimum 30 days extended delivery if required.
- Quality/Compliance: Product must meet defence-level quality assurances, with packaging and safety compliance implied by DFS standard.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹73,625 (payment/submission method per tender terms).
- Quantity Flexibility: Up to 50% increase/decrease of bid quantity at order placement and during contract; extended delivery period calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
- Delivery Terms: Delivery period fluctuations permitted; countdown starts from last date of original delivery order.
- Packaging Compliance: DFS 423-2025 packaging standard mandatory.
- ATC/ATC-like Terms: Buyer-added terms require compliance with all above and any ATC-file provisions.
- Notes: No BOQ items published; procurement scope inferred from oil type and packaging standards.
Key Specifications
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Product: Refined Sunflower Oil, V4 grade for Defence use
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Packaging: DFS 423-2025 conforming packaging type
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Governing Specifications: as per tender’s stated governing specifications/technical requirements
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Quality/Compliance: oil must meet defence-grade standards and packaging norms
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Quantities: No BOQ items available; quantity is subject to option clause up to 50% variation
Terms & Conditions
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EMD: ₹73,625 required with bid submission
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Delivery: Original delivery period; option to extend based on quantity changes with minimum 30 days
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Quantity: Up to 50% increase/decrease during contract at contracted rates
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Packaging: DFS 423-2025 packaging mandatory
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
EMD of ₹73,625 must be submitted; detailed payment terms to be as per tender and government norms
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; extended delivery time applies when option clause is exercised
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in provided data; standard defence procurement penalties may apply per contract terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Eligibility to supply refined edible oils to defence sector
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Ability to meet DFS 423-2025 packaging standard
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Demonstrated compliance with governing specifications and quality controls
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Refined Sunflower Oil (V4) (Defence) (Q3)
Authority Records
MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
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GeM-Bidding-9478233.pdf
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CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
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Technical Specifications
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Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements | Compliance to Defence Food Specifications No 423 - 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 |
| Packaging and Marking | Packaging Type conforming to DFS 423 - 2025 | 1 Litre Polypouch, New 15 Kg square tin |
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Required Documents
1
GST Registration Certificate
2
Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card
3
Experience certificates for similar supply of refined edible oils (if applicable)
4
Financial statements / balance sheet
5
EMD submission receipt or online payment proof
6
Technical bid/documentation demonstrating DFS 423-2025 packaging compliance
7
OEM authorization or manufacturer confirmation (if not an OEM)
8
Any governing/specification compliance certificates
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How to bid for the Indian Army sunflower oil tender in Pathankot?
To bid for the Indian Army refined sunflower oil tender in Pathankot, ensure your firm meets defence-grade oil specifications (V4) and DFS 423-2025 packaging. Submit ₹73,625 EMD, GST, PAN, financials, OEM authorizations if required, and technical compliance documents. Follow delivery terms and option-quantity clauses precisely.
What documents are required for Pathankot defence oil procurement?
Submit GST registration, PAN card, financial statements, EMD proof, and technical documents proving DFS 423-2025 packaging compliance. Include any OEM authorizations if you’re not the manufacturer and experience certificates for similar oil supply contracts to strengthen eligibility.
What are the packaging standards for this oil tender in Punjab?
Packaging must conform to DFS 423-2025. Vendors must demonstrate packaging types, materials, seals, and labeling aligned with defence-grade requirements. Ensure packaging can withstand handling in military logistics and complies with transit safety norms.
What is the EMD amount and its payment method for this bidding?
The EMD is ₹73,625. Submit via online payment or approved bidding deposit method as per tender terms. Include the payment receipt with bid submission to avoid disqualification and ensure bid validity.
How does the 50% quantity variation work in this oil tender?
The purchaser may increase or decrease the quantity by up to 50% at contract award and during the contract. Extended delivery time is calculated by (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days extension.
What standards govern the oil type and quality for this procurement?
Oil must be Refined Sunflower Oil, V4 meeting governing specifications. Packaging must align with DFS 423-2025, and products likely require defence-grade quality assurances, though exact test methods are defined in the governing specifications.
When is the delivery period and how is it calculated for extensions?
Delivery period begins from the last date of the original delivery order. If the option clause is exercised, the additional time equals (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a guaranteed minimum extension of 30 days.
What are the eligibility criteria for supplying defence oil to Indian Army?
Bidders must demonstrate capability to supply defence-standard oil (V4) with DFS packaging, provide EMD, GST, PAN, financial stability documents, and any OEM authorizations. Prior experience in defence-grade edible oil supply strengthens eligibility and competitiveness.
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9478233.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