Tender Overview
The Indian Coast Guard invites bids for a comprehensive stationery supply contract at Ratnagiri, Maharashtra 415202. The procurement covers a wide range of office essentials, including envelope cloth, folders, lamination sheets, binding supplies, papers, pens, tapes, rulers, and related items (total 44 line items). The anticipated value is not disclosed, but the scope includes both standard and executive stationery with delivery to a defense storefront. A key differentiator is the strict QA and sample submission requirement, plus a限定 500-km Bidder radius eligibility, ensuring closer, timely delivery. Bidder firms must have operational presence within the stated radius and deliver as per the option clause for quantity variations up to 25%. The contract emphasizes supply chain accountability and compliance with buyer terms, while offering a longer purchasing window via 180-day payment processing after CRAC.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- No formal technical specs published; items span: envelope materials, folders, laminates, spiral bindings, diaries, whiteboard markers, highlighters, pencils, erasers, paper products, sticky notes, cutting tools, scissors, staplers, paper pins, glue sticks, Fevi Quick, wrapping papers, carbon papers, and various stationery essentials.
- Mandatory sample submission prior to bid opening; samples must match bid specifications.
- Delivery timeframe aligns with option clause; quantity may vary up to 25% from original bid quantity.
- Pre-bid verification includes active GST registration, PAN, and GeM seller credential.
- Replacement policy mandates replacement within 7 days of notice for defective items; non-compliance risks contract termination.
- No subcontracting allowed; direct bidder responsibility for supply chain quality.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/ security deposit not specified; bidders must comply with standard GeM buyer terms.
- Mandatory radius: only bidders with a registered office within 500 km of the buyer location are eligible.
- Payment processed by PCDA, Mumbai; CRAC before payment; up to 180 days processing time.
- Sample submission is mandatory; failure leads to disqualification.
- Replacement of damaged items within 7 days; potential blacklisting for non-compliance.
- Penalty and option clauses permit quantity variation up to 25% during contract and extended periods.
