Indian Army Cumin, Clove, Turmeric Spices Tender 2026 India – 25% Quantity Variation, ₹200000 Estimated Value

Tender Overview

Indian Army invites bids for procurement of assorted spices including cumin, clove, Black Pepper, Tamarind, cardamom, Turmeric, Chilli Powder, Coriander and Mustard Seed with an estimated value of ₹200,000. The scope covers multiple spice items in bulk, for supply to Indian Army facilities. The buyer reserves the right to adjust quantities by up to 25%, both at bid and contract execution, at contracted rates. This tender emphasizes compliance with delivery timelines and option-based quantity variation during the contract period. The procurement is positioned under the Department of Military Affairs with a focus on standard spice-grade quality suitable for military provisioning. Unique terms include the option clause and extended delivery calculations, ensuring continuity of supply while managing fluctuations in demand.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: cumin, clove, black pepper, tamarind, cardamom small, turmeric, chilli powder, coriander, mustard seed
• Estimated value: ₹200,000; No EMD amount specified
• Qty flexibility: up to 25% increase/decrease at order placement and during currency of contract
• Delivery timing rule: begins from the last date of original delivery order; extended time pro-rated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days; may extend up to original delivery period
• Delivery scope: entire batch supply for spices; no itemized BOM provided
• Scope certainty: no technical standards or quality specs listed in tender data
• Tender type: price-variation capable with option clause; procurement of standard culinary spices
• Location context: Indian Army facilities; no city/state specified in data

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity option: ±25% at contract awarding and during contract validity
• Delivery period calculation: minimum 30 days if extended due to option clause
• Payment terms: not specified in data; bidders should anticipate standard government supplier terms
• EMD/Performance bond: not specified in data; ensure to confirm with issuing authority
• Documentation: submit standard bid documents, GST, PAN, financials, experience certificates; OEM authorizations if applicable
• Delivery terms: supply to Indian Army facilities; adhere to contract rates for any quantity changes
• Compliance: bidders must comply with the option clause and delivery-time calculations as described