Bid Publish Date
21-Mar-2026, 1:46 pm
Bid End Date
31-Mar-2026, 2:00 pm
EMD
₹29,250
Value
₹29,25,000
Location
Progress
Quantity
360
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
The Directorate Of Bal Vikas & Pushtahar under the Woman Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh invites bids for IS 5195 compliant exercise books in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh. The procurement covers unspecified page counts and dimensions across several features such as size, inner paper GSM, cover type and GSM, and ruling, under a total estimated value of ₹2,925,000 with an EMD of ₹29,250. The program intends to source exercise books meeting IS 5195 standards for likely educational welfare usage in UP. A key differentiator is the option clause allowing up to a 25% quantity variation at contract award and during the currency of the contract, at contracted rates, with delivery timelines tied to the last delivery order date.
Product/service names: Exercise Books conforming to IS 5195
Estimated value: ₹2,925,000; EMD: ₹29,250
Standards: IS 5195 (Q4) compliance required
Specifications categories to be defined: Product Type, Size, Number of Pages, Ruling, Inner Paper GSM, Cover type and GSM, Cover Paper GSM
Delivery: as per option clause; delivery period aligned to last delivery order date; minimum 30 days for additional time
EMD amount and payment terms must be met for bid submission
Up to 25% quantity variation permitted during contract at contracted rates
Delivery schedule linked to original/extended delivery periods with calculated time extension
IS 5195 compliance for exercise books is mandatory
Documentation and eligibility aligned to government procurement norms
Payment terms are governed by standard government procurement, with EMD deposited and subsequent payments after delivery as per contract.
Delivery starts from the last date of original delivery order; extension time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
Penalties or LD provisions typically apply for delays; exact rates to be specified in the contract.
Confirmed IS 5195 compliant exercise books supplier
EU/ERP compliant GST registration and PAN
Evidence of capability to supply UP government programs and maintain quality
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Exercise Books Conforming to IS 5195 (Q4)
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CATALOG Specification
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GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Generic | Product Type | Exercise Books (Wire Stitched), Exercise Books (Bound), Drawing Exercise Books (Wire Stitched), Science Practical Notebooks (Bound) |
| Generic | Size | 162 mm × 229 mm (C5), 177 mm × 250 mm (B5), 210 mm × 297 mm (A4), 229 mm × 324 mm (C4) |
| Generic | Number of Pages | 16, 24, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 144, 160, 192, 256, 288, 320, 384, 480, 576 |
| Generic | Exercise Book for Subject | English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Science Practical Notebook, Social Studies, Drawing |
| Generic | Ruling | Both Side Ruled, One Side Ruled, Both Side Unruled, Grid |
| Generic | Type of Inner Paper | Cream laid Paper, Cream wove Paper, Printing White Paper, White Cartridge Paper, Drawing Paper, Azure laid Paper |
| Generic | GSM of the Inner Paper | 52 gsm, 56 gsm, 60 gsm, 70 gsm, 75 gsm, 80 gsm, 90 gsm, 100 gsm |
| Generic | Type of Cover and GSM | Colored Cover Paper, Strawboard |
| Generic | GSM of the Cover Paper | 66 gsm, 100 gsm, 280 gsm, 490 gsm, 675 gsm, 900 gsm, 1100 gsm |
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
EMD submission receipt (₹29,250)
Technical bid documents demonstrating IS 5195 compliance
Financial statements for last 2-3 years
Experience certificates for similar supply of educational books
OEM authorization letters (if applicable)
Key insights about UTTAR PRADESH tender market
Bidders must meet eligibility criteria, submit GST, PAN, EMD of ₹29,250, and technical documents demonstrating IS 5195 conformity. Provide sample IS 5195 compliant sheets, manufacturing capability, and delivery plan to UP welfare department. Ensure option clause compliance and complete pricing in contracted currency.
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, financial statements, experience certificates, EMD receipt of ₹29,250, technical bid documents, OEM authorizations if applicable, and IS 5195 compliance evidence. Include sample product specifications and delivery capability for 25% quantity variation.
Bidder must supply exercise books conforming to IS 5195 (Q4) including specified size, pages, ruling type, inner paper GSM, and cover GSM. Provide test reports or certification showing IS 5195 compliance to validate grade, durability, and print quality for government use.
EMD amount is ₹29,250. Payment should be made as per standard government tender norms, typically through online mode or demand draft, and is refundable to unsuccessful bidders after bid evaluation as per policy.
Delivery must commence from the last date of the original delivery order. If quantity increases by up to 25%, additional time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
Eligibility includes IS 5195 compliance, GST registration, PAN, financial stability, and prior experience in supplying educational printing goods. Demonstrate manufacturing and delivery capacity to UP government programs and compliance with bid terms and conditions.
Delivery timelines align with the original and extended periods. Delays may incur liquidated damages; exact LD rates will be specified in the contract. Bidders should plan for minimum 30 days extension in cases of increased quantity.
Request IS 5195 conformance evidence from manufacturers, including testing reports, third-party certification, or in-house compliance documents. Validate product type, ruling, page count, GSM specs, and cover properties to ensure alignment with government requirements.
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Main Document
BOQ
CATALOG Specification
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS