Indo Tibetan Border Police Spices & Condiments Tender India 2026 ISI/IS 2443 Conformity

Tender Overview

Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) invites bids for procurement of spices and condiments, including turmeric (whole and ground) per IS 3576 (Q2), large cardamom per IS 13446 (Q4), cloves (Q3), black pepper (Q4), chili (Q4), cumin (Q4), fenugreek (Q4), and coriander (whole and ground) conforming to IS 2443 (Q3). The scope encompasses packaging, labeling, and shelf-life compliance under FSSAI licensing, GMP, and hygienic requirements. The estimated value and EMD are not disclosed in the data, but the contract contemplates compliance with central laboratory test reports on demand and sample testing during supply with potential third-party verification. Unique emphasis lies in ISI/IS 2443 conformity, FSSAI licensing, and packaging standards across multiple spice categories. This tender targets suppliers with robust FMCG spice manufacturing and QA capabilities and the ability to supply in compliance with government procurement terms and option clauses for quantity variations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Standards: IS 3576 (Q2) for turmeric (form), IS 13446 (Q4) for large cardamom, IS 2443 (Q3) for coriander; FSSAI standards with valid license; GMP adherence; Hygienic & Sanitary requirements.
• Product characteristics: Spices and condiments in forms (whole/ground), packing material and size, shelf life, and labeling/display compliance.
• Test/QA: Availability of test reports from Central Govt/NABL/ILAC accredited labs on conformity; reports to be provided on demand or at bid/supply.
• Packaging: Packing size (gm/kg), packaging materials, labeling/display details; labeling must meet regulatory norms.
• Documentation: Test reports, FSSAI license, ISI/IS certifications, and product-form documentation required on demand.
• Governing compliance: FSSAI GMP, and hygienic standards; packing and marking requirements clearly defined.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financials: EMD amount not disclosed in data; bidder viability to be demonstrated (no liquidation or bankruptcy).
• Delivery: Delivery period details are unspecified; option clause allows quantity variation up to 25% during and after contract, with delivery-time calculations based on the original/extended periods.
• Payment: Payment terms unspecified; bids must include financial standing statements and supporting documents.
• Documentation: GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorizations, technical bid documents, and test reports on demand.
• Quality/standards: Compliance to FSSAI standards with valid license; adherence to GMP; hygienic/sanitary requirements per FSSAI regulations; ISI/IS conformity where applicable.
• Special clauses: Sudden sample checking possible with testing costs borne by supplier; procurement may require on-demand test verification and retention of samples; option to adjust quantity by up to 25% with proportional time extension.
• Bidder eligibility: Not under liquidation or receivership; must demonstrate financial and technical capability to supply high-quality spice products in India.