Indian Army Spice Procurement Tender 2025: ISI/AAA/TRTL Certified Spices Tender in Rajasthan 2025

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs). The procurement covers a range of spices including Red Chilli, Black Pepper, Coriander Seed, Cumin Seed, Cardamom Large, Mustard Seed, Cloves, Tamarind, Turmeric, Garlic Paste. There are 10 BOQ items with unspecified quantities; however, the contract includes packing standards and original-pack requirements. The buyer reserves option to modify quantities by up to 25% and to extend delivery time proportionally. Lab checks are mandatory to ensure authenticity and quality. This tender targets spice suppliers capable of consistent quality, proper packaging, and compliance with demurrage provisions. Unique aspects include original packing, non-returnable packing material, and strict weight counting on net weight only. The opportunity is located under centralized government procurement channels for defense logistics.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Item focus: Spices and spice blends used in ration packs (e.g., Red Chilli, Black Pepper, Coriander Seed, Cumin Seed, Cardamom Large, Mustard Seed, Cloves, Tamarind, Turmeric, Garlic Paste).
• Packaging: Original packing; packing material not returned; net weight counted; standardized weights; non-standardized weights not accepted.
• Quality checks: Items must be checked in a lab prior to acceptance.
• Demerage & disposal: Rejected items must be lifted within 48 hours; 0.5% of contract value per day as demurrage; unlifted items destroyed after one month.
• Delivery terms: Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract; delivery period calculated from last date of original delivery order; minimum 30 days additional time; extension up to the original delivery period allowed.
• Special packing compliance: Ensure packing integrity; weight verification applies to net weight only.
• Operational scope: Setup requires vendors to maintain original-pack integrity and consistent supply to defense logistics.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and payment: Demurrage rules apply for rejected goods; payment terms not explicitly stated; ensure compliance with standard government payment cycles and minimum 30-day timelines upon acceptance.
• Delivery & extension: 25% quantity variation allowed; delivery schedule driven by last delivery order date; additional time computed as (Increase/Original) × Original delivery period with a 30-day minimum.
• Lab testing: Mandatory lab verification prior to acceptance; proper original packaging required; no non-standard weights.
• Packing material policy: Original packing used; packing material not returned; net weight only counted; standardized weights required.
• Penalty framework: Demurrage applies at 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted items; destruction if not lifted within a month.
• BoQ completeness: 10 items total; specific quantities not provided in the data; ensure alignment with ration item ATCs and packing standards.
• Documentation readiness: Prepare GST, PAN, experience/capability certificates, financial statements, and OEM authorizations as per standard defense procurement practices.