Indian Army Offset Printing Ink Tender Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh 2026 ISO Standards
Bid Publish Date
19-Sep-2026, 4:33 pm
Bid End Date
29-Sep-2026, 5:00 pm
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Consortium bidding allowed with one leader; each member shares full contract responsibility
- • Data Sheet submission mandatory; enables technical parameter verification
- • ISMARK/Certification not specified; data sheet alignment critical to avoid rejection
- • Option clause permits up to 25% quantity increase during contract with adjusted delivery timelines
- • End User Certificate considerations apply for certain bidders or product segments
- • GST handling: actuals reimbursement; bidder-provided GST rate used or lower applicable rate
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks an offset printing ink supply in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The procurement is positioned under the Offset Printing Ink category for Q3, with delivery to GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM. The bid includes an option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contract award and during the contract period, with adjusted delivery timelines. Bidders must ensure product viability beyond one year and supply availability within the extended delivery framework. A Data Sheet upload is mandatory to validate product parameters against the offered ink.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- No explicit technical specifications are published in the tender data.
- Required actions include uploading a comprehensive Data Sheet for offered inks to facilitate parameter matching with the product’s technical profile.
- End User Certificate considerations apply where bidders insist on it.
- Bid submissions must include PAN, GSTIN, canceled cheque, and EFT mandate for Vendor Code creation.
- Consortium bids allowed with shared responsibility; one member leads the contract execution.
- GST applicability will be determined by the bidder with actual rates; the buyer reimburses GST per actuals or applicable rate, whichever is lower.
- Emphasis on avoidance of obsolescence with minimum market life commitment and avoidance of end-of-life products by OEM.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery and commissioning, if included, at the specified Visakhapatnam address.
- Bidder must show financial health with no liquidation or bankruptcy status.
- Data Sheet alignment is mandatory; mismatches can lead to bid rejection.
- Documents for vendor code creation include: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate.
- Consortium members share complete execution responsibility; an undertaking is required.
- The vendor must ensure product data is not obsolete and has at least one year residual market life.
Key Specifications
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Product category: Offset printing ink (Q3)
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Delivery address: GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM
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Quantity: 25% variation allowed during contract; quantity up to original + 25% (extended period)
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Data Sheet submission: mandatory for technical verification
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End User Certificate: applicable if bidders insist on end user certification
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GST: reimbursement based on actuals or applicable rates (whichever is lower)
Terms & Conditions
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Option Clause enables 25% quantity variation during contract
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Delivery to VISAKHAPATNAM, Andhra Pradesh address specified
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Mandatory Data Sheet alignment and vendor code documents
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Consortium bidding allowed with shared contract obligations
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GST reimbursement rules based on actuals or lower applicable rate
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST reimbursement as actuals or lower applicable rate; no fixed GST percentage stated
Delivery Schedule
Delivery commence from last date of original delivery order; extended duration calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly specified in provided data; subject to standard government procurement terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Not under liquidation, court receivership, or bankruptcy
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Not declared obsolete by OEM within proposed market life
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GST registration active and compliant; PAN and EFT setup available
Technical Results
| S.No | Seller | Item | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BHARGAVI ENTERPRISES Under PMA | Make : HUBER GROUP Model : 43 F 20 MS/1E4 | 25-09-2026 01:24:05 | |
| 2 | GS AGENCIES Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 26-09-2026 11:05:08 | |
| 3 | SABA ENTERPRISES Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 25-09-2026 13:54:59 | |
| 4 | SRI SAI VAGDEVI BUILDERS Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 27-09-2026 12:09:24 | |
| 5 | VIGNESHWARA CONSTRUCTIONS Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 26-09-2026 00:56:41 |
Financial Results
| Rank | Seller | Price | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | GS AGENCIES(MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L2 | SRI SAI VAGDEVI BUILDERS (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L3 | SABA ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L4 | BHARGAVI ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L5 | VIGNESHWARA CONSTRUCTIONS (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink |
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
4
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
30 %
Warranty Period
15 days
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Offset Printing Ink (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
3
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Visakhapatnam
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | - | - | 4 | 15 | - |
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-9918869.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
13
Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque
EFT Mandate certified by Bank
Data Sheet of offered ink products
End User Certificate (if applicable in bid)
OEM authorizations (if consortium or OEM-restricted requirements exist)
Vendor Code creation documents (as required by the tender)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDHRA PRADESH tender market
How to bid for offset printing ink tender in Visakhapatnam 2026
Bidders should submit Data Sheet of offered inks, PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and vendor code documents. Consortium bids are allowed with a leader taking responsibility. The 25% quantity variation option may apply, with delivery timelines recalculated accordingly.
What documents are required for ink tender submission in Visakhapatnam
Mandatory documents include PAN Card, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT Mandate certified by bank, Data Sheet of ink products, and End User Certificate if applicable. Consortium undertakings are required, detailing shared responsibility for contract execution.
What are the delivery terms for ink supply in Visakhapatnam
Delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order. If quantity increases, additional time equals (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days; extension possible up to the original delivery period.
What standards or certifications are specified for ink procurement
No explicit standard is listed in the data. Data Sheet alignment is crucial to verify product parameters; OEM end-of-life status must not apply within one year residual market life.
How is GST reimbursement handled for ink tender bidders in Andhra Pradesh
GST reimbursement is either actuals or the applicable rate, whichever is lower, and will be reimbursed at the rates claimed in the bid; the bidder bears responsibility for GST applicability.
What is the eligibility criteria for consortium bidding in this tender
Consortia may bid with a leader; all members share equal contractual responsibility. An undertaking to this effect must be uploaded with the bid; each member remains liable for contract execution.
What is the impact of data sheet mismatch on the ink bid
Data Sheet mismatches can lead to bid rejection. Ensure the Data Sheet precisely matches the offered product parameters and that the product aligns with the government buyer’s verification process.
What is the address for delivery of the ink supply
Delivery and installation, if applicable, are to be made at GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530001, as per the contract delivery terms.