Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KSDL), the state undertaking associated with the Mysore Sandal brand, has extended the submission deadline for its sandalwood oil procurement tender. A corrigendum dated November 9 revises the closing date to November 16 and schedules the opening of technical bids for the following morning, giving suppliers additional time to complete documentation. Revised schedule, not a new tender The extension relates to tender KSDL/2026-27/IND1310, originally issued on September 28, 2026. As the corrigendum forms part of the procurement record, bidders should read it alongside the original invitation and any intervening clarifications. A deadline extension does not automatically change the product specifications, eligibility conditions or quantity requirements; only the issuing authority’s complete document set can establish which provisions have been amended. Specialised sourcing requirements Sandalwood oil is a high-value input used in fragrance and personal-care applications. Quality consistency, traceability and lawful sourcing are particularly relevant considerations for this category of procurement. Potential suppliers should verify the required chemical and physical specifications, certificates, sampling procedure, quantity, delivery schedule and rejection provisions. The newspaper advertisement does not itself establish that every trader of fragrance oils is eligible to supply the specified material. Commercial issues for suppliers The project may interest qualified processors, authorised suppliers and other businesses with a documented ability to procure and deliver the required sandalwood oil. Firms should evaluate working-capital needs, security deposits, price volatility, testing exposure and payment terms. Some independent tender listings have reported an indicative value near ₹186.72 crore, but that figure should not be used as an official value unless it is confirmed in the live KSDL document. What to do before submission Bidders should obtain the latest corrigendum from the Karnataka Public Procurement Portal, prepare documents exactly as instructed and upload their complete bid ahead of 10:00 AM on November 16. The technical opening is scheduled for 10:05 AM on November 17. Suppliers should retain proof of submission and continue monitoring the portal, as additional notices can alter timings or clarification requirements. SMEStreet’s Perspective For raw-material MSMEs, institutional procurement rewards documentation and reliable quality as much as price. The revised timetable provides an opening to strengthen technical compliance, but businesses should avoid tying up capital until they understand testing standards, supply quantities and commercial obligations.