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The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, located in Alwar, Rajasthan, invites bids for spice procurement under a supply-only contract. The tender covers ten spice items including red chilli powder, mustard seed, turmeric, tamarind, black pepper, coriander, garlic, cloves, cardamom, and cumin seed. The estimated value and EMD are not disclosed, and the procurement focuses on goods supply rather than services. Notable differentiators include the option clause allowing quantity variation up to 25% of bid quantity at contract award and during the currency of the contract, with delivery time adjustments based on the modified quantity. The scope emphasizes delivery to a military procurement context, with a pre-dispatch sampling clause applicable to certain clothing items, though the current spices are listed under general supply. The BoQ lists ten items but provides no specific quantities or units, highlighting a need for bidders to confirm item-by-item requirements with the procuring agency. Keywords: tender in Alwar, Rajasthan government tender, SBI procurement style, Indian Army spice bid.
Ten spice items: red chilli powder, mustard seed, turmeric, tamarind, black pepper, coriander, garlic, cloves, cardamom, cumin seed
Scope: Supply of goods only; no installation or service components
Quantity/units: Not specified in BOQ (10 items listed as N/A)
Delivery terms: Option clause allows ±25% quantity change; delivery period adjusted with specified formula
Quality/inspection: Reference sample concept mentioned for some items; specific spice quality standards not listed
25% quantity variation right at contract and during currency
Supply-only contract with no service components
Delivery period adjustments based on quantity changes; minimum 30 days if extended
Not specified in provided data; bid price should include all costs per scope of supply
Delivery period to be adjusted based on option clause; formula provided in terms, minimum 30 days with extended deliveries
No LD clause disclosed for spices in the terms; penalties not specified in available data
Eligibility criteria not clearly defined in the provided tender data
Must be able to supply ten spice items in a single delivery to Indian Army
Capacity to handle quantity variation up to 25% during contract
Quantity
86
Category
Red Chilli Powder
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Past Performance
50 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Red Chilli Powder , Mustard Seed , Turmeric , Tamarind , Black Pepper , Corinder , Garlic , Cloves , Cardimum , Cummin Seed
Pre-Bid Date
19-10-2026 18:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
42 Arty Div Pro Unit Alwar Rajasthan
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Alwar
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Alwar | Alwar | - | - | 17 | 15 | - |
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Main Document
BOQ
BOQ
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Red Chilli Powder
Red Chilli Powder
Mustard Seed
Mustard Seed
Turmeric
Turmeric
Tamarind
Tamarind
Black Pepper
Black Pepper
Corinder
Corinder
Garlic
Garlic
Cloves
Cloves
Cardimum
Cardimum
Cummin Seed
Cummin Seed
| Item # | Title | Description | Quantity | Unit | Consignee | Delivery (Days) | Price Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Chilli Powder | Red Chilli Powder | 17 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 2 | Mustard Seed | Mustard Seed | 3 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 3 | Turmeric | Turmeric | 13 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 4 | Tamarind | Tamarind | 7 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 5 | Black Pepper | Black Pepper | 3 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 6 | Corinder | Corinder | 15 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 7 | Garlic | Garlic | 17 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 8 | Cloves | Cloves | 2 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 9 | Cardimum | Cardimum | 3 | kg | b42adpu | 15 | |
| 10 | Cummin Seed | Cummin Seed | 6 | kg | b42adpu | 15 |
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Experience Criteria
Past Performance
Bidder Turnover *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
Key insights about RAJASTHAN tender market
Bidders should prepare product lists for ten spices, confirm item quantities with the Army, and submit complete cost breakdowns. Ensure compliance with the supply-only scope, provide EMD if mandated, and be ready for quantity variation up to 25%. Verify delivery timelines and any sample requirements relevant to spices.
Preparatory documents typically include GST registration, PAN, company profile, financial statements, and experience certificates; EMD/Security deposit proof; technical bid and vendor authorization letters; and any OEM authorizations if applicable for spice suppliers to the Indian Army.
The tender lists ten spice items by name but does not specify standards or packaging. Bidders should confirm each item’s grade, packaging size, net weight, and quality standards with the procuring authority prior to submission to ensure ISI/ISO alignment if required.
The tender provides an option-based delivery window, with a minimum extension rule of 30 days for increased quantity. Specific delivery dates are not published; bidders must align with contract order dates and adjust per the option clause once invoked.
The available data does not specify LDs for spices. Bidders should seek explicit clauses during bid clarification; typical government tenders include LDs linked to late delivery, with rates or percentage per day or per week, configurable by the purchaser.
Quality guidance exists in the form of a reference-sample concept for certain categories; for spices, request detailed quality standards from the buyer, including moisture limits, foreign matter, and aroma/color grading to meet military procurement expectations.
The scope is strictly supply of goods; no installation or after-sales service is mentioned. Bidders must price all costs in the bid, ensuring the delivery-ready spice inventory complies with the procurement’s supply obligations.
Yes, quantity can vary by up to 25% of the bid quantity at contract placement and during the contract currency, with delivery time adjustments calculated by the specified formula and a minimum of 30 days.