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Indian Army Printing Services Tender 2026 in India for Answer Sheets 60 GSM ISI Compliant

Bid Publish Date

27-May-2026, 11:23 am

Bid End Date

09-Jun-2026, 12:00 pm

Value

₹2,50,000

Progress

Issue27-May-2026, 11:23 am
AwardPending
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Quantity

140000

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • Exact item quantities: 16-page main sheet 15,000 copies; 8-page main sheet 50,000 copies; 4-page supplementary sheet 75,000 copies
  • Sheet dimensions: 28.5 cm x 22.5 cm; 60 GSM paper with mandatory certificate
  • Punching hole/top-left tagging hole requirement for threading
  • Sample must be approved by school authority within 10 days of award
  • Mandatory pre-bid meeting to qualify for technical bid
  • No advance payment; ATC allows up to 50% quantity/duration adjustments

Categories 3

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs for Paper-based Printing Services focusing on Answer Sheets and Supplementary Sheets. Scope includes three item classes: 16-Page Main Answer Sheet (15,000 copies) for Mathematics, 08-Page Main Answer Sheet (50,000 copies) for other exams, and 04-Page Supplementary Sheet (75,000 copies). Estimated contract value is ₹250,000 with no advance payment. Bidder eligibility hinges on pre-bid attendance and sample approval within 10 days of award, ensuring compliance with specified print attributes and quality control. The tender emphasizes sample-based validation and a mandatory pre-bid meeting for technical qualification, with a 50% quantity/duration adjustment clause in contract terms.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Item details: 16-Page Main Answer Sheet (Mathematics) 15,000 copies, 08-Page Main Answer Sheet (Other Exams) 50,000 copies, 04-Page Supplementary Sheet 75,000 copies.
  • Physical format: sheet size 28.5 cm width x 22.5 cm height; thickness 60 GSM paper; includes ruling, page numbering, and cover-page school details; mandatory certificate accompanying paper.
  • Hardware/packing: punching/ tagging holes at top left corner for threading.
  • Quality & compliance: samples required prior to full printing; sample approval within 10 days of contract award; pre-bid meeting mandatory for technical eligibility; no advance payment.
  • Delivery terms and acceptance criteria are governed by the school authority’s approvals and the specified paper standards.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD not specified in data; bidders must comply with ATC requirements and bid terms.
  • Contract flexibility: up to 50% adjustment in quantity or duration at issuance and post-issuance with supplier consent.
  • Payment: no advance payment; terms to be confirmed in contract.
  • Sample approval is mandatory; non-approval leads to disqualification; pre-bid meeting attendance is mandatory for technical eligibility.
  • Other critical terms: strict adherence to printing specifications, quality certificates for 60 GSM paper, and compliance with school authority guidelines.

Key Specifications

  • Item 1: 16-page main answer sheet, Mathematics, 15,000 copies

  • Item 2: 08-page main answer sheet, Other exams, 50,000 copies

  • Item 3: 04-page supplementary sheet, Supplementary, 75,000 copies

  • Sheet size: 28.5 cm x 22.5 cm; 60 GSM paper; ruling, page numbers, cover-page school details

  • Holes: punching/tagging hole at top-left corner for thread

  • Sample approval within 10 days; mandatory pre-bid meeting for technical eligibility

  • No advance payment; contract may include up to 50% quantity/duration adjustment

Terms & Conditions

  • 50% contract quantity/duration flexibility; prior approval required for scope change

  • Mandatory pre-bid meeting; non-attendance can lead to disqualification

  • Sample-based validation with school authority approval within 10 days

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

No advance payment; final payment as per contract terms and delivery acceptance

Delivery Schedule

Delivery aligned with school authority approvals; sample-based validation within 10 days of award

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Penalty details subject to ATC; LD to be specified in contract post-award

Bidder Eligibility

  • Mandatory attendance at pre-bid meeting for technical eligibility

  • Ability to produce 60 GSM paper with certificate and 28.5x22.5 cm sheets

  • Experience in printing standardized answer sheets and supplementary sheets

Additional Tender Data

Commercial Details

Tender Category

Service

Bid To RA

No

Bid To RA Enabled

No

Item Category

Paper-based Printing Services - Answersheet; Answer Book; Digital

Authority Records

MINISTRY OF DEFENCEMILITARY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENTINDIAN ARMY
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Documents 5

GeM-Bidding-9381542.pdf

Main Document

Other Documents

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Other Documents

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Buyer uploaded ATC document

ATC

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates for similar printing services

4

Financial statements showing turnover adequacy

5

EMD documentation (if applicable per ATC)

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating compliance with paper grade and format

7

OEM/authorisation certificates if specific equipment or standards are required

8

Sample submission proof and pre-bid meeting attendance certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for Indian Army printing services tender in India 2026?

Bidders must attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting, submit a sample within 10 days of award, provide GST, PAN, and experience certificates, and ensure 60 GSM paper with 28.5x22.5 cm format. Ensure compliance with school authority specifications and avoid advance payment claims.

What documents are required for the printing sheets tender in India Army?

Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for similar work, financial statements, EMD documents if applicable, technical compliance certificates, OEM authorizations if needed, and sample submission proof with pre-bid meeting attendance.

What are the technical specifications for the answer sheets?

Specifications specify three item types: 16-page main, 08-page main, and 04-page supplementary sheets; sizes 28.5 cm x 22.5 cm; 60 GSM paper; required ruling, page numbering, and cover-page school details; top-left hole punching for threading.

When is sample approval required for the printing contract?

A sample must be provided and approved by the school authority within 10 days from award. Without approval, the bidder may be disqualified from the technical evaluation.

What is the payment arrangement for this printing tender?

No advance payment is permitted. Final payment terms will be defined in the contract and are linked to delivery acceptance and conformity to the approved sample and specifications.

What delivery and quantity adjustment clauses exist for this tender?

The buyer may increase or decrease contract quantity or duration up to 50% at issue, and post-issuance up to 50% with supplier consent, enabling flexible scope management within ATC limits.

What are the mandatory conditions to qualify for technical bids?

Mandatory pre-bid meeting attendance, sample approval within 10 days, compliance with 60 GSM paper standards, correct sheet dimensions, and proof of prior experience in printing answer sheets are required.

What standards and certifications are expected for paper grade?

Bidders should demonstrate paper compliance with 60 GSM grade and obtain a certificate validating paper thickness; ensure the print aligns with school authority requirements and quality control processes.

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