Indian Army Jam and Marmalade Procurement 2026 - BIS/FSSAI Packaging DFS 366-2025 Standards
Progress
RAKey Highlights
- • Mandatory BIS and FSSAI compliance for food-grade jam and marmalade
- • DFS 366-2025 packaging standard; net content of glass jars and marking requirements
- • Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation during and after contract award
- • GST responsibility borne by bidder; reimbursement up to quoted GST rate
- • Vendor-code creation requires PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
- • Delivery timelines tied to original order with calculation-based extensions
- • Warranty terms referenced but not fully detailed in available data
- • No BOQ items; procurement categorized under Defence Jam and Marmalade
Tender Overview
Indian Army invites bids for jam and marmalade procurement under the Department of Military Affairs. Estimated value is ₹300,300. The scope covers compliance with DFS 366-2025 packaging, net content of glass jars, and marking requirements, with mandatory FSSAI/BIS conformity. The tender emphasizes packaging and warranty considerations, with a generic option clause allowing quantity variation up to 25% and extended delivery at contract rates. Bidder credentials include financial standing and vendor-code prerequisites including PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. This procurement aligns with defence nutrition needs and strict packaging standards, requiring suppliers to meet quality and hygiene norms.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Governing specifications: Compliance with stated technical requirements and understood standards.
- Product scope: Jam and Marmalade, with category-specific fruit type and hygiene standards to be adhered to.
- Packaging: DFS 366-2025 compliant packaging, glass jar net content, packing and marking requirements.
- Certifications: Mandatory BIS and FSSAI compliance.
- Warranty: Implied warranty terms to be observed; details not fully disclosed in data.
- Quality: Compliance to quality and hygiene standards for Defence procurement context.
- Delivery/Installation: Timelines linked to original delivery order; option-based extensions governed by contract terms.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Amount not disclosed in available data; bidders must satisfy standard bid-security norms.
- GST: Bidder bears GST implications; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, within quoted GST percentage.
- Pre- submission docs: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor-code creation documents required.
- Delivery terms: Option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 25%, with corresponding delivery calculations; delivery period starts from last date of original order.
- Financial standing: No liquidation or bankruptcy; undertaking required.
- Other: Defence-specific terms and ATC documents referenced in uploaded files.
Key Specifications
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Product: Jam and Marmalade for Indian Army
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Packaging: DFS 366-2025 compliant packaging
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Net content: per DFS 366-2025 specification
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Marking: per DFS 366-2025; packaging and labeling requirements
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Standards: BIS and FSSAI mandatory
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Warranty: stated but not fully disclosed in data
Terms & Conditions
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Quantity may vary up to 25% at contract placement and during the currency
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GST to be paid by bidder; reimbursement as per actuals or quoted rate
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Vendor-code creation requires PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST handling by bidder; reimbursement as per actuals or quoted GST rate
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period calculated from last date of original delivery order; extended delivery time proportional to quantity change
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties not detailed in data; standard defence procurement LDs may apply
Bidder Eligibility
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No evidence of liquidation or bankruptcy; business continuity asserted
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Must meet vendor-code creation prerequisites (PAN, GSTIN, etc.)
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Must comply with BIS and FSSAI requirements for food-grade jams
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Experience in supplying compliant food products for defence contracts preferred
Reverse Auction Results Final Prices
These are the final prices after the reverse auction event. Prices may be lower than initial bids.
| Rank | Seller | Final Price | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | MUKESH TRADING CO.(MII) Under PMA Winner | ₹2,99,900 | Item Categories : Jam and Marmalade (V4) (Defence) |
| L2 | RENOTRANS INDUSTRIES (MII) Under PMA | ₹3,00,300 | Item Categories : Jam and Marmalade (V4) (Defence) |
| L3 | SHREE SHYAM ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | ₹3,40,340 | Item Categories : Jam and Marmalade (V4) (Defence) |
🎉 L1 Winner
MUKESH TRADING CO.(MII) Under PMA
Final Price: ₹2,99,900
Reverse Auction Schedule
Start
29-Aug-2026, 12:00 pm
End
31-Aug-2026, 12:00 pm
Duration: 48 hours
Reverse Auction Document
✅ RA concluded. Check financial results for final rankings.
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
4004
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
Yes
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
14
OEM Avg. Turnover
10
Past Performance
10 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Jam and Marmalade (V4) (Defence) (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
TINSUKIA
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | TINSUKIA | TINSUKIA | - | - | 4004 | 15 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9728697.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Other Documents
OTHER
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
2
Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT Mandate certified by bank
Evidence of financial standing (not specified but expected)
Experience certificates (not specified but typical for vendor eligibility)
Technical compliance certificates (if applicable)
OEM authorizations (if applicable)
Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | Governing Specifications/Technical Requirements | Compliance to Defence Food Specifications No 366 - 2025 Issued By Secretariat Of The Technical Standardisation Committee (Food Stuffs) (Directorate General Of Supplies And Transport) (Copy Attached) |
| Compliance | Governing specification has been seen, read and understood | Yes |
| Compliance | Type of Fruit | Pineapple, Mixed Fruit |
| Compliance | Compliance to Quality and Hygiene Standard | As per Clause no. 1 to 5 (Quality) and Clause no. 11 to 12 (Hygiene) of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Packaging Type conforming to DFS 366 - 2025 | Glass Jar |
| Packaging and Marking | Net Content of glass Jar | 500 gram |
| Packaging and Marking | Packing | Packing as per clause no. 6 to 7 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Marking | As per Clause no. 8 to 10 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Packaging and Marking | Mandatory requirements of FSSAI/BIS | As per Clause no. 16 to 17 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
| Warranty | Warranty | As per Clause no. 10 of Governing Standard/Technical Specification |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ASSAM tender market
How to bid for jam and marmalade tender in India 2026?
To bid, ensure BIS/FSSAI compliance, DFS 366-2025 packaging adherence, and packaging labeling per requirements. Prepare PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate. Meet the 25% quantity option clause and provide warranty details; submit technical and financial bids with vendor-code creation documents.
What documents are required for Indian Army jam tender 2026?
Submit PAN and GSTIN copies, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and vendor-code creation documents. Provide financial statements and experience certificates as per terms; ensure BIS and FSSAI compliance certificates if applicable; include any OEM authorizations and technical bid documents requested.
What standards apply to packaging for army jam procurement?
Packaging must comply with DFS 366-2025 and carry proper markings. Foods-grade jars should meet BIS and FSSAI requirements. Ensure net content is specified per DFS 366-2025 and that labeling aligns with defence packaging norms for traceability and hygiene.
What is the delivery flexibility for quantity under this tender?
The purchaser may increase or decrease order quantity by up to 25% at contract award and during the currency. Delivery period adjustments follow the formula: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
How is GST handled for this jam procurement tender?
Bidder bears GST; reimbursement will be as per actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower, limited to the quoted GST percentage. Ensure accurate GST invoicing and alignment with defence procurement tax rules.
What are the warranty expectations for jam and marmalade supply?
Warranty requirements are referenced under the tender but not fully detailed. Suppliers should anticipate standard defence warranty expectations and provide clear warranty terms covering product quality and packaging integrity as part of the bid documents.
What is the estimated contract value for the army jam tender in 2026?
The estimated value is ₹300,300. Bidders should structure bids to cover manufacturing and packaging costs, ensuring BIS/FSSAI conformity, DFS 366-2025 packaging compliance, and robust QA processes to meet defence standards.
What are the essential vendor eligibility criteria for this bid?
Demonstrate sound financial standing (no liquidation or bankruptcy), provide PAN/GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and fulfill vendor-code creation. Preference to suppliers with prior defence or government food supply experience and proven BIS/FSSAI and packaging compliance.