Bid Publish Date
27-Oct-2025, 2:45 pm
Bid End Date
10-Nov-2025, 12:00 pm
Location
Progress
Quantity
180
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
The opportunity is issued by the Printing And Stationery Department Government Of Uttar Pradesh for an offset printing ink procurement under Infrastructure And Industrial Development Department Uttar Pradesh, located in VARANASI, UTTAR PRADESH. The category focuses on Offset Printing Ink (Q3) with general specifications covering type, color, machine compatibility, dampening system suitability, and tack. Unique terms include an option clause allowing quantity variations up to 25%, and extended delivery time calculations. The tender emphasizes supplier reliability via financial turnover and service support requirements, while lacking BOQ items. The engagement targets printers and ink manufacturers with ISI/ISO compatibility and packaging considerations. This is a government procurement requiring compliant suppliers to meet delivery and quality standards.
Product: Offset Printing Ink
Category: General Specifications for ink type and color
Compatibility: Suitable for Printing Machine with Speed and Dampening system
Performance: Tack of Inks and required Shelf life
Packaging: Packaging Size and Packaging Type with storage considerations
Option clause permits ±25% quantity variation and extension of delivery period with proportional time adjustments
Bidder must provide dedicated service support and escalation matrix
Turnover requirement based on last 3 financial years; new entities evaluated accordingly
To be as per buyer ATC; typical government terms may include milestone payments and penalties for late delivery
Delivery commencing from the last date of original delivery order; extended periods computed using formula in option clause
LD terms to be specified in ATC; potential penalties for non-compliance or late delivery
Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; valid undertaking to confirm financial health
Demonstrated turnover meeting the minimum three-year average requirement
Ability to provide dedicated service support and escalation matrix
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Offset Printing Ink (Q3)
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| General Specifications | Type of Offset Ink | Sheet Fed offset printing Ink, ColdSet Web offset printing Ink |
| General Specifications | Color | Other Special color/Pantone color |
| General Specifications | Compatibility | Cream wove paper, White offset paper, Map lithopaper, Art Paper / Coated Paper |
| General Specifications | Suitable for Printing Machine with Speed | High Speed Machine |
| General Specifications | Suitable for Dampening system | Conventional Dampening/ Cloth dampening System |
| General Specifications | Tack of Inks | Medium Tack Ink |
| Others | Additional Features | High speed printing, Perfect shining results, Quick dry |
| Packaging Guidelines | Shelf life | 24.0 |
| Packaging Guidelines | Packaging Size | 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20 |
| Packaging Guidelines | Packaging Type | Plastic Can, Plastic Bucket, MS Drums, Tin Container, Plastic Container |
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Audited financial statements for last 3 years or CA certificate indicating turnover
Experience certificates for similar offset ink supply
Technical bid documents showing ink type, color, and compatibility
OEM authorization (if applicable) and product technical data sheets
Proof of service support contact details (dedicated toll-free number, escalation matrix)
EMD documents as specified in ATC
Extended Deadline
10-Nov-2025, 12:00 pm
Opening Date
10-Nov-2025, 12:30 pm
Key insights about UTTAR PRADESH tender market
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, audited turnover for last 3 years or CA certificate, experience certificates for similar ink supply, technical bid with ink type/color specs, OEM authorizations if applicable, and EMD documents. Ensure service support commitment and escalation matrix are included per ATC.
Required documents include GST registration, PAN card, 3-year turnover proof, experience certificates for similar ink supply, technical data sheets, OEM authorization, service support contact details, and EMD as specified in terms and conditions. All documents should be uploaded with the bid submission.
Specifications cover Type of Offset Ink, Color, Compatibility with printing machines and dampening systems, Tack of inks, shelf life, and packaging type/size. Ensure ink is suitable for high-speed machines and complies with government printing standards.
Delivery terms allow up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates. Additional time is computed as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. Delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order.
Bidders must show the minimum average annual turnover for the last three years ending 31st March, supported by audited balances or CA certificate. For new entities under 3 years, turnover is measured after incorporation.
Bidders/OEM must provide a dedicated toll-free service line and an escalation matrix with contact numbers for prompt issue resolution. These details must be included in the bid submission for eligibility.
Packaging details include packaging size, packaging type, and shelf life requirements. Ensure packaging specifications align with storage conditions and transport norms for Uttar Pradesh government projects.
Provide ink specifications that confirm compatibility with standard dampening systems, including viscosity, tack, and drying characteristics. Include data sheets demonstrating performance with typical government printing presses.
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS