Indian Army Spices Procurement Tender 2026 Gangtok IS 2443 FSSAI GMP Hing Cardamom ISI - 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for the supply of assorted spices and condiments including coriander (whole and ground), cumin, fenugreek, black pepper, asafoetida, large and small cardamom, garam masala, shahi paneer masala, biryani masala, turmeric, with packing and marking requirements. The effort requires FSSAI licence compliance, GMP adherence, and Hygienic/Sanitary standards per FSSAI, with packaging sizes specified as per IS 2443. Expected scope covers multiple spice categories with IS 2443-compliant packaging, and form of cardamom as specified. Delivery location is to be determined; reference includes a Gangtok installation address. Distinguishing factors include mandatory quality standards, brand-agnostic supply under a government framework, and a focus on hygienic compliance and traceability. This tender is positioned for suppliers capable of consistent supply, compliance monitoring, and timely delivery under government procurement norms.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Compliance to IS 2443 for spice type and packaging
• FSSAI licence validity and ongoing compliance required
• GMP per FSSAI and hygienic/sanitary requirements
• Packing/Marking: specified packing size and packaging format per IS 2443
• Forms and packing: form of cardamom and packaging details in kilograms
• Drugs or food safety controls noted; ensure traceability and lot-wise marking where applicable
• Quality assurance via standard IS/ISO references and supplier capability to meet batch-based delivery targets
• Product types include coriander, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, asafoetida, garam and regional masalas

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD terms unspecified in data; bidders should verify actual amount and submission method
• Delivery and installation to Gangtok, East Sikkim per ATC terms
• Submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and other standard bid documents
• Ensure compliance with governing standards (FSSAI, GMP, hygienic/sanitary)
• Contains risk provisions for non-delivery, contract termination, and warranty expectations
• Tender requires ongoing compliance with FSSAI licensing and IS 2443 packing standards