Indian Army Stationery Tender Khordha Odisha 2026 - Office Supplies & 25% Variation Clause

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a broad stationery procurement in Khordha, Odisha 751001 covering a wide range of items such as Paper A4, Kangaroo staplers, staples, white board markers, stamp pads, pens (Pilot, Rynold), erasers, pencils, binders, binder clips, U Clips, scales, glue sticks, file covers, clip binders, coasters, file covers, and related office supplies. The project comprises 27 items with an undefined estimated value or EMD disclosed. A unique feature is the option clause allowing quantity changes up to 25% during contract execution, with delivery extensions calculated as (additional quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days. The procurement aims to equip Army offices with standard stationery across multiple categories, leveraging bulk ordering and standardization. This tender emphasizes broad product coverage, flexible quantities, and adherence to contractual delivery terms. The absence of formal product specifications requires bidders to demonstrate capability across a wide spectrum of generic office supplies while meeting delivery and option-clause conditions.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: Office stationery including Paper A4, staplers, pins, markers, stamp pads, varied pens (Pilot, Rynold), erasers, pencils, binders, binder clips, U Clips, clips, plastic binder clips, file covers, paper pins, scale steel, glue sticks, whiteboard accessories, pen stands, coasters, and calculators.
• Quantity/scale details: 27 total items; specific item quantities not disclosed in the BOQ.
• Delivery terms: Delivery period subject to option clause; base period not specified; extended delivery period applies per formula with minimum 30 days.
• Standards/Quality: No explicit technical standards listed; bidders should demonstrate supply capability for common office stationery used by military offices.
• Clarifications: No item-level specifications or model numbers provided; bidders should prepare for generic compliance and timely delivery.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the data; bidders should expect standard EMD submission per Army tender practices.
• Delivery: Base delivery period not defined; option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract and currency; extended delivery time calculated as described with minimum 30 days.
• Payment: Not specified in the data; typical government practice may apply 30–45 days post-delivery against invoices.
• Documentation: Standard bidder qualifications; OEM authorizations and experience documents likely required.
• Compliance: Bidders must comply with the option clause and generic terms; no explicit warranty or penalties listed in the provided data.