Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a broad catalog of office and consumables, including Multipurpose Dry Batteries (ISI Marked to IS 8144), photostate paper JK, various printer cartridges, glassware, cleaning products, paper supplies, envelopes, and stationery items. The procurement appears expansive with 87 BOQ items, and an estimated value not disclosed; EMD is ₹27,000. The contract contemplates quantity adjustments up to 25%, and requires advance samples for bulk supply approvals. Location context centers on Indian Army procurement in Lucknow, reflecting a centralized supply chain for military administrative needs. A key differentiator is the mix of brand-specific items and standard office consumables under one tender. Unique clauses include option-based extensions and mandatory sample approvals prior to bulk production.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product scope includes: Multipurpose Dry Batteries (ISI Marked to IS 8144), Photostate Paper JK, various printer cartridges (HP, Samsung, Kyocera, Xerox), assorted cleaning and stationery items, and general office consumables.
- No explicit technical specs listed in the tender text; bidders should align with ISI Marking where applicable and ensure OEM-authorized supply for listed cartridges and ink.
- Emphasis on supply readiness for bulk orders post-sample approval; 3 advance samples due within 5 days of contract award; failure triggers rework or termination at buyer’s discretion.
- EMD: ₹27,000; delivery flexibility via option clause up to 25%; potential delivery extensions based on quantity variance.
- BOQ shows 87 items with unspecified quantities; bidders must infer scope from item list and ensure stock-keeping for a wide range of brands and packaging.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹27,000 (DD/online per ATC terms); bid validity aligned with ATC.
- Experience/turnover: not explicitly stated; applicants should demonstrate capability for broad office-supply fulfillment and prior government procurement exposure.
- Delivery: option-based quantity adjustments up to 25%; delivery start from last date of original delivery order; extended delivery time computation defined in clause.
- Payment: terms not fully defined in excerpt; expect standard government terms per ATC (timely payment upon delivery/approval).
- Documents: mandatory certificates and attachments per ATC; advance sample process described; non-submission may lead to rejection.
- Penalties/LD: not detailed in excerpt; contract may include LD for deviations or late delivery as per standard Army ATC.