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Indian Army Procurement Tender for Fresh Vegetables & Produce in Jammu & Kashmir 2025 โ€“ IS0/IS 550 Compliant Standards

Posted

25 Oct 2025, 09:19 pm

Deadline

05 Nov 2025, 09:00 am

Progress

Issue25 Oct 2025, 09:19 pm
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Quantity

15620

Category

brinjal

Bid Type

Single Packet Bid

Categories 5

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for supply of fresh vegetables and produce across multiple categories (brinjal, cauliflower, peas, pumpkin, beans, carrot, leafy greens, ginger, chillies, coconut, lime, radish, beetroot, bread, and more) to a Jammu & Kashmir location with the delivery address at 10 Composite Platoon Akhnoor, FSD Akhnoor, Akhnoor. The tender documents include an option clause allowing a ยฑ25% quantity variation at contracted rates and a proportional extension of delivery time, with minimum 30 days. The scope includes delivery and potential installation/commissioning where applicable, at Akhnoor and surrounding units. A unique demurrage clause imposes 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted rejected items beyond 48 hours, and destruction after one month if not collected.

  • Location: Jammu & Kashmir (180001)
  • Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs)
  • Product scope: 23 item categories of fresh produce, with BOQ items unspecified in the data supplied
  • Delivery terms: contingent on original delivery period plus option-driven extensions, delivery at Akhnoor
  • Key differentiator: option to increase contracted quantity by 25%, with corresponding delivery-time adjustments

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • No explicit technical specifications listed in the provided data; however, Critical terms include strict adherence to delivery at the specified Akhnoor location and acceptance procedures as per CFL inspection framework.
  • Inspection & Quality: Acceptance samples drawn; verdict by CFL; post-verdict inspection appeals process described (ST-7/8, DGST, QMGโ€™s Branch).
  • Demurrage: 0.5% of contract value per day for unlifted items; destruction after one month if not claimed.
  • Delivery address and installation scope: 10 Composite Platoon Akhnoor, FSD Akhnoor, GM vihar, Akhnoor, 510 ASC Bn.
  • Experience/credentials: Bidder must demonstrate financial standing (no liquidation, no bankruptcy), with undertaking included in bid.
  • Compliance: Generic ATC terms referenced; no explicit standards like IS 550 or ISO provided in the data.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD/Deposits: Not specified in the provided data; bidders must refer to ATC for exact EMD requirements.
  • Quantity variation: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% at contract time and during currency; delivery period adjusts proportionally with minimum 30 days.
  • Payment terms: Not explicitly stated; refer to ATC for schedules and installment terms.
  • Delivery: Delivery and potential installation/commissioning at the specified Akhnoor address; extended delivery time rules apply with option exercise.
  • Supplier eligibility: Bidder must not be under liquidation or court receivership; must upload an undertaking.
  • Demurrage & penalties: 0.5% daily demurrage if items not lifted within 48 hours; destruction after one month if unclaimed.
  • Inspection: Samples analyzed by CFL; post-verdict testing pathway available for appeal.
  • Documentation: References to GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements will be required; details in terms/ATC.

Key Specifications

    • Product categories: vegetables and fresh produce including but not limited to brinjal, cauliflower, peas green, pumpkin, beans French, carrot, cabbage, spinach, fenugreek, rape sag, tomato ripe, knol khol, coriander green, ginger green, chilies green, coconut whole, fresh lime, radish country, turnips, bottle guard, beet root, bread white, bread whole meal
    • Quantity/BOQ: 23 items listed; exact quantities not disclosed in data
    • Delivery location: 10 Composite Platoon Akhnoor, FSD Akhnoor, Akhnoor, 510 ASC Bn
    • Delivery timeframe: Option-based extension rules; minimum 30 days for added quantity
    • Quality/inspection: CFL inspection with Acceptance samples; verdict by CFL; post-verdict appeal route
    • Demurrage: 0.5% of total contract value per day for unlifted stocks beyond 48 hours; destruction after one month if unclaimed

Terms & Conditions

  • Option clause allows ยฑ25% quantity variation at contract; delivery period adjusts accordingly with a 30-day minimum

  • Delivery and installation/commissioning at Akhnoor location; address specified in terms

  • Demurrage at 0.5% daily for unlifted goods; disposal after one month if not collected

  • Inspection by CFL; acceptance samples and post-verdict appeal process defined

  • Bidder must declare financial standing; no liquidation or bankruptcy; undertaking required

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Terms and timing to be provided in ATC; ensure alignment with delivery milestones and CFL acceptance

Delivery Schedule

Delivery to Akhnoor; extended delivery time may be triggered by option clause with proportional calculation

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

0.5% daily demurrage for unlifted goods; destruction after one month if not claimed; penalties tied to acceptance and inspection outcomes

Bidder Eligibility

  • Not under liquidation or court receivership; confirms financial solvency

  • Experience in supplying fresh produce to defense or government bodies

  • Ability to meet CFL inspection and acceptance procedures

Bill of Quantities (BOQ) 23 Items

Item # Title Description Quantity Unit Consignee Delivery (Days)
1 brinjal As per DFS 360 1,440 kgs amitkumar190 15
2 Cauli flower As per DFS 360 2,160 kgs amitkumar190 15
3 Peas Green As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
4 Pumpkin As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
5 Beans French As per DFS 360 288 kgs amitkumar190 15
6 Carrot Country As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
7 Cabbage As per DFS 360 1,440 kgs amitkumar190 15
8 Spinach Country As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
9 Fenugreek As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
10 Rape Sag As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
11 Tomato Ripe As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
12 Knol Khol As per DFS 360 288 kgs amitkumar190 15
13 Corriander Green As per DFS 360 72 kgs amitkumar190 15
14 Ginger green As per DFS 360 72 kgs amitkumar190 15
15 Chillies Green As per DFS 360 288 kgs amitkumar190 15
16 Coconut Whole As per DFS 360 144 kgs amitkumar190 15
17 Fresh lime As per DFS 360 144 kgs amitkumar190 15
18 Radish Country As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
19 Turnips As per DFS 360 720 kgs amitkumar190 15
20 Bottle Guard As per DFS 360 1,440 kgs amitkumar190 15
21 Beet Root As per DFS 360 144 kgs amitkumar190 15
22 Bread White As per DFS 497 800 nos and kgs amitkumar190 15
23 Bread Whole Meal As per DFS 497 420 nos and kgs amitkumar190 15

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for similar supply of fresh produce

4

Financial statements or solvency certificate

5

EMD/Security deposit documents as specified in ATC

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating compliance with CFL inspection process

7

OEM authorizations (if applicable) and supplier certifications

8

Demurrage and liability undertakings (as required in ATC)

9

Delivery acceptance plan for Akhnoor location

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents are required for the fresh produce tender in Jammu Kashmir 2025?

Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN card, experience certificates for similar supply, financial statements, EMD, technical compliance documents, OEM authorizations, and an undertaking confirming no liquidation. Ensure CFL inspection readiness and provide delivery plan for Akhnoor.

How is quantity variation managed in this Indian Army procurement?

The purchaser may increase or decrease bid quantity by up to 25% at contract award and during the currency of the contract at contracted rates. Delivery time adjusts proportionally, with a minimum extension of 30 days; original delivery period governs calculations.

What are the delivery conditions for Akhnoor in the defense tender?

Delivery and potential installation occur at 10 Composite Platoon Akhnoor, FSD Akhnoor, Akhnoor, 510 ASC Bn. Acceptance follows CFL inspection with samples; demurrage applies if unlifted beyond 48 hours.

What inspection standards are required for the fresh produce tender?

CFL conducts acceptance testing; samples drawn at time of inspection; verdict determines eligibility for supply. Bidders may appeal by routing Sample No.2 for testing through ST-7/8, DGST, QMGโ€™s Branch within 14 days of verdict.

What is the demurrage policy for rejected items in this tender?

Rejected items incur demurrage of 0.5% of the total contract value per day if not lifted within 48 hours; items not lifted within one month will be destroyed with no claim admitted.

What are the key eligibility criteria for bidders in this procurement?

Bidder must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; provide an undertaking; demonstrate financial stability and prior experience in defense or government fresh produce supply; adherence to CFL inspection procedures is required.

When is the delivery timeline and how are extensions calculated?

Delivery timeline follows the original delivery period; if the plus quantity option is exercised, extension time equals (Increased quantity รท Original quantity) ร— Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.

What are the brand or standard requirements for this procurement?

No explicit brand mandates; the tender references CFL inspection and acceptance processes; ensure compliance with applicable government inspection protocols and any OEM authorizations required in the ATC.