Education Department Andaman & Nicobar Newspaper & Magazine Supply Tender 2026 - ISI/BIS Compliant Paper Packages Year 2026

Tender Overview

The Education Department Andaman & Nicobar invites bids for Newspaper & Magazine Supply Service, covering multilingual daily and weekly packages across English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, and other regional titles. Estimated value is ₹2,790,684, with an EMD of ₹55,814. The scope includes seven-day weekly paper delivery, weekly packages, fortnights, and monthly magazines, across diverse titles such as The Hindu, India Today, Pratiyogita Darpan, and Saras Salil. The contract contemplates flexible quantity adjustments up to 25% at contract issue and again during issuance, with sub-contracting allowed only with prior consent. An on-ground service presence in the consignee state is required. Unique aspects include multilingual coverage and broad title mix to support educational operations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• EMD amount: ₹55,814; payment options include fixed deposit receipt (FDR) or standard EMD, with FDR transferable on demand.
• Estimated value: ₹2,790,684 for the complete supply package.
• Delivery/availability: Service provider must have an office in the state of the consignee; timely supply across weekly and monthly editions.
• Contract flexibility: Option clause permits up to 25% quantity/duration adjustment at contract issue and post-issuance.
• Sub-contracting/assignment: Requires prior written consent of the buyer; joint liability remains with the bidder.
• Documentation: Ensure submission of required certificates and documents as per terms; non-submission can lead to rejection.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD mechanics: ₹55,814; can be deposited as FDR in the name of Deputy Director Education (Planning).
• FDR submission: If used, scanned copy required with bid; original hard copy to be delivered within 5 days post bid end/open.
• Performance security: FDR allowed in place of PBG; must be endorsed and endorsed back with sign-stamped covering letter; original to be delivered within 15 days after award.
• Contract execution: Sub-contracting permitted only with buyer consent; bidder remains liable for contract performance.
• Service locality: Service provider must have a local office in the consignee state; ensures service and support availability.
• Documentation compliance: All certificates and documents requested in the bid must be uploaded; missing documents lead to rejection.