Tender Title: Supply of Refined Mustard and Sunflower Oils

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6150032

Issuing Authority/Department: Department of Defence, Ministry of Defence

The Department of Defence under the Ministry of Defence invites bids for the supply of Refined Mustard Oil (V3) and Refined Sunflower Oil (V3) to cater to the food requirements of various defense units. With a total quantity of 15,200 liters, this tender aims to ensure the supply of high-quality edible oils that meet the stringent standards required by the defense sector.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure Refined Mustard Oil and Refined Sunflower Oil in a timely manner, ensuring that the supplied products adhere to the specified technical and quality standards. Bidders must demonstrate their capacity to deliver the required quantities following compliance with safety and quality measures.

Eligibility Criteria

Interested parties must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Must be a registered and recognized entity in the oil supply business.
• Previous experience in supplying edible oils, particularly to government or defense units will be an asset.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Compliance with the FSSAI standards for the quality of edible oils.
• Evidence of quality assurance systems in place.
• Documentation to verify the source and processing of the oils, ensuring zero adulteration.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to submit financial documents proving their stability and capabilities to undertake the contract efficiently. This includes:

• Audited financial statements for the past three years.
• Credit facilities or statements from banks, as applicable.

Document Submission Details

Participants must submit their bids along with all required documents in a prescribed format. Documentation must be clear, concise, and relevant to avoid disqualification.

Special Provisions

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) are encouraged to apply for this tender. Provisions are in place to support startups and enterprises that comply with the 'Make in India' initiative, thereby promoting local sourcing and encouraging indigenous manufacturing.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be evaluated based on:

• Compliance with eligibility and technical requirements.
• Price competitiveness.
• Delivery timelines. The evaluation process will be transparent, aiming to select the most capable bidder.

Delivery Locations

The intended delivery locations include various defense establishments across the country as specified in the contract documents.

Contact Information

For further queries related to this tender, bidders may contact the Department of Defence through the provided outreach channels (details not disclosed here).

Successful bidders will be notified about the evaluation results, and the accepted proposal will lead to contract negotiations to finalize the delivery framework.