Directorate Of Technical Education Maharashtra Printing & Testing Equipment Tender Mumbai 2026 - 8.2 Million EST, 3K EMD

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Directorate Of Technical Education under the Higher And Technical Education Department Maharashtra for a diverse set of printing, testing and lab equipment in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Estimated value is ₹8,200,000 with an EMD of ₹3,000. Scope includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operator training and obtaining any required statutory clearances. The catalog covers a range of machines such as single colour planographic offset printing, Universal Testing Machine for printing/packaging, screen printing, digital sample cutter, programmable paper cutting, densitometer, DTF/Jet printers, spectrophotometer, and related finishing equipment. Key differentiator is multi-product scope under a single tender with a requirement for OEM support in India and service accessibility. The buyer reserves the right to adjust quantity by up to 25% during contract performance. Unique aspect: not limited to a single device but a complete suite across multiple printing and lab categories.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Items include: single colour planographic offset printing, Universal Testing Machine for printing/packaging, screen printing machines, flexo plate making, digital sample cutter, programmable paper cutting machine, reflection densitometer, DTF/Jet printers, spectrophotometer with profilemaker, automatic screen exposing machine with frame dryer, emulsion coater for screen, screen printing fabric stretching machine.
• Scope of supply: supply, installation, testing, commissioning, operator training, and statutory clearances (if any).
• Financials: estimated value ₹8,200,000; EMD ₹3,000.
• Compliance: bidders must ensure product non-obsolete with at least 5 years residual market life; OEM/Authorized Seller with registered India office for after-sales; dedicated toll-free service; escalation matrix; pre-dispatch inspection by nominated agency.
• Turnover: minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 years as indicated in tender documentation, with audited balance sheets or CA certificate; constitution-date considerations apply.
• OEM/import: imported items require Indian office for after-sales service; certificates to be submitted.
• Delivery terms: option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation with corresponding delivery time adjustments.
• Warranty/AMC: terms imply service support requirements; document submission should include service contact details and escalation framework.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹3,000 (shall be deposited as per bid terms).
• Turnover: minimum average annual turnover for the last 3 years as specified in the bid document; evidence via audited statements or CA certificate.
• Delivery terms: option clause enables 25% quantity increase/decrease; delivery start tied to last date of original order with extended period rules; minimum extension 30 days.
• OEM/After-sales: imported products require registered India office; after-sales service commitment; dedicated toll-free support; escalation matrix required.
• Inspection: pre-dispatch inspection by nominated agency; detailed CPT/QA steps to be followed.
• Documentation: bid must include OEM authorizations and service capability documentation; installation/training provisions included.