Procurement Opportunity: Photo Copy paper A4 size,Photo copy paper FS or Legal Size,Carbon paper A4 Camlin or Kores,Letter H in VISAKHAPATNAM, ANDHRA PRADESH

The eligibility requirements for this tender include being a registered supplier with valid business credentials relevant to stationary item supply. Suppliers must demonstrate prior experience in supplying office stationery, possess necessary registrations such as GST and any industry-specific licenses, and show financial stability aligned with tender norms. Preference is granted to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and recognized startups, helping smaller suppliers compete effectively. Compliance with government procurement policies including mandatory certifications and adherence to quality standards is essential to qualify for this tender.

Participants must submit valid certificates such as business registration certificates, GST registration, and tax clearance certificates. Additionally, suppliers should provide quality assurance certificates demonstrating compliance with product standards such as ISO or equivalent quality marks for stationery products where applicable. Proof of experience through previous supply orders, relevant technical compliance documents stating adherence to defined paper specifications, print quality, and packaging standards are necessary. Electronic submissions must follow prescribed file formats stipulated in the tender, ensuring clarity and proper validation during the evaluation process.

The financial evaluation considers the bidders’ price quotes inclusive of all applicable taxes, duties, freight, and delivery charges. Competitive pricing aligned with defined quality parameters is prioritized. The tender mandates submission of detailed cost breakdowns and offers transparency in comparison through standardized evaluation techniques. Additionally, concessions related to Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) exemptions and performance security relaxations for MSEs and startups, if applicable, are accounted for, ensuring a fair competitive environment.

Tender submissions must be made electronically through the designated government e-marketplace platform following the prescribed procedures. All documentation should be uploaded in accepted formats such as PDF for certificates and financial documents, and Excel or Word formats for price bids and technical specifications where specified. Proper labeling and organization of files as per tender instructions are mandatory to facilitate efficient evaluation. Late or incomplete submissions are liable for rejection. Bidders should also ensure compliance with any additional portal-specific submission protocols.

This tender provides multiple benefits aimed at encouraging participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. Such benefits may include relaxation in qualification criteria such as turnover or experience requirements, exemptions or relaxations in Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) submissions, and priority in the evaluation process. Further, compliance with ‘Make in India’ initiatives and local procurement policies is encouraged, promoting indigenous manufacturing and supply chains. These provisions create an inclusive and competitive bidding environment fostering the growth of smaller and innovative enterprises while supporting national procurement goals.