Tender Overview
The Armed Forces Tribunal (Department of Defence) invites bids for the supply of a broad range of office stationery and related consumables, including but not limited to pens, paper (A4, legal size), envelopes, tapes, glues, staplers, markers, erasers, sharpeners, file registers, and stamp pad ink. The bid scope is for the supply of goods only, not services, with 25 distinct item types totaling 25 cataloged line items. The procurement emphasizes standard office supplies in bulk quantities, governed by GeM bidding rules and compulsory online Udyam certification for eligible Micro and Small Enterprises from the state of the bid inviting authority. A key commercial note is the option clause enabling quantity fluctuations up to 25% during and after contract award, with delivery timelines linked to the original delivery order and extended periods. The tender underscores a need for robust financial standing and online documentary evidence for turnover, with a turnover criterion spanning the last three financial years. This procurement is distinctive due to its formal option clause, MSE reservation provisions, and explicit requirement to be the OEM/manufacturer to qualify for state-level MSE benefits.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Office stationery and consumables (e.g., BALL PEN BLACK, BALL PEN RED, PAPER A4 SIZE, ENVELOPE LEGAL SIZE 10X14/4X14, STAMP PAD INK, PENCIL, ERASER, GLUE STICK, HIGHLIGHTER, STAPLER SMALL/LARGE, PEN UNIBALL, PAPER LEGAL SIZE)
- Quantity: 25 total items; item-specific quantities not disclosed in BOQ; scope includes only supply of goods
- Delivery terms: delivery period as per original delivery order with option-based extension; minimum 30 days for additional time; extended duration not to exceed original period
- Financials: Minimum average annual turnover requirement over the last 3 years; documentary turnover evidence via audited balance sheets or CA/CMA certificate
- Eligibility: MSE reservation for state-based bidders with valid Udyam Registration; OEM/manufacturer only for reservation; online verification required
- Compliance: GeM-based bid process; bidders must align with option clause and turnover criteria to qualify
- Documentation: Turnover evidence, GST, PAN, and OEM authentication may be required in bid submission, with online validation for MSE status
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Security: Not explicitly stated in the data; ensure readiness to submit as per GeM terms if invoked
- Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover over last 3 years required; evidence by audited statements or CA/CMA certificate
- Purchase Preference: MSE reservation for state-based bidders; must be OEM/manufacturer and validated online via Udyam portal
- Delivery: Quantity adjustments permitted up to 25% during/within contract; delivery period governed by last delivery order date with formula-based extension
- Scope: Bid price must cover all cost components for the supply of goods; services are not included
- Documentation: Compliance with GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and any OEM authorizations as applicable
- Penalties/Warranty: Not specified; implied adherence to GeM terms and delivery commitments