GEM 2026 Newspaper & Magazine Supply Tender – National/State Level Procurement 2026

Tender Overview

A multi-publication newspaper and magazine supply tender is being floated under a central procurement portal for monthly/weekly paper packages, including English and Hindi editions from major titles such as Indian Express, Times of India, Economic Times, The Hindu, Hindustan Times, and more. The estimated contract value is ₹1,313,376 with an EMD of ₹65,000. The buyer allows up to 25% variation in contract quantity or duration at the issue of the award, and bidders must demonstrate solid service capability, including local service presence and a dedicated toll-free support line. The scope requests delivery of a broad mix of daily, weekly, and monthly publications across multiple titles, aligning with government or institutional readership needs. This tender emphasizes reliable supply chain, regional service presence, and compliance with bid terms while enabling bid adjustments during contract finalization. The opportunity targets suppliers capable of sustaining a diversified periodical distribution network and timely fulfillment of monthly magazine and newspaper orders.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Monthly newspapers and weekly magazines supply, including editions in English and Hindi across multiple titles (e.g., Indian Express, Times of India, Economic Times, The Hindu, Hindustan Times, Business Standard, Mint, Dinamani, Dinamalar, Outlook, The Week, The Economist, Front Line, CSR, Outlook Traveller, Reader's Digest).
• Quantity/Value: Estimated contract value ₹1,313,376; EMD ₹65,000; six-day-per-week delivery implied by title wording; no BOQ items listed.
• Standards/Compliance: Not explicitly specified; bidders must upload required certificates; service continuity and local office presence in consignee state are required.
• Delivery/Support: Dedicated service support line; office of service provider in the state of the consignee; service criteria imply timely delivery and coverage across multiple publications.
• Brand/OEM: No explicit brand restrictions beyond listed titles; emphasis on reliable supply and proven past performance.
• Experience: Documentation for past experience is required as per terms; acceptable proofs include past contracts, execution certificates, invoices, or client release notes.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹65,000; payment via DD or online transfer acceptable as per Terms; EMD to be submitted with bid.
• Contract Variability: Up to 25% quantity/duration adjustment permitted at award and post-award revisions.
• Financial Standing: Bidder must avoid liquidation or bankruptcy; must upload undertaking.
• Assignment/Sub-contract: No assignment or sub-contracting without prior written consent; ultimate liability remains with the bidder.
• Service Presence: Office of service provider must be located in the consignee state; documentary evidence required.
• Support: Dedicated/toll-free service number required for OEM/bidder support.
• Documentation: Bidders must upload all required certificates; non-submission risks rejection.
• Past Experience: Valid proofs include contract copies, invoices with self-certification, client execution certificates, or third-party notes.
• EMD/PG: EMD can be submitted as Demand Draft; hard copy submission of EMD documents may be required.