Directorate Of Government Printing Mumbai Tender for 27 Item Categories Procurement 2026 - OEM Authorized Supplies & GST Compliance

Tender Overview

The procurement opportunity is issued by the Directorate Of Government Printing, Stationery And Publications, Mumbai for a 27-item category tender. Although the exact item details and quantities are not listed, the scope includes a broad range of government printing and stationery products. The bid emphasizes compliance with financial, regulatory, and supplier eligibility norms, including OEM authorization, non-toxicity of products, and a minimum shelf life of 24 months. The organization seeks bidders with demonstrable supply experience to Central/State Government bodies and admission of GST compliance. Key differentiators include mandatory OEM authorization and adherence to hazardous material handling if applicable. This tender is positioned as a multi-item procurement through GeM with supplier credibility and standard-compliant deliveries in focus.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit item-level specifications are provided in the tender data. However, bidders should anticipate:
• OEM/Authorized Distributor requirement with proper authorization certificates
• Non-toxic product assurances and, if applicable, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Shelf life requirement: minimum 24 months remaining at the time of supply
• GST invoice upload on GeM portal and GST payment evidence
• Experience criterion: minimum of 3 years of regularly manufacturing/supplying similar category products to Central/State Govt organizations or PSUs, with contracts/certificates to substantiate each year
• Turnover criteria: average annual turnover over the last three financial years (ending 31st March) as specified in the bid document; CA certificates or audited balance sheets to be uploaded
• OEM turnover criteria and vendor eligibility to be demonstrated by relevant contracts
• Hazardous materials handling clauses where applicable, including labeling and safety data
• 27-item scope implies diverse product categories; bidders should prepare procurement-ready, compliant documentation

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD requirements are stated but the exact amount is not listed in the data; bidders must refer to the bid document for the precise figure
• Bidders must not be in liquidation or similar proceedings; provide an undertaking
• GST applicability to be checked by bidders; GST reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower, capped to quoted GST percentage
• Manufacturer Authorization required for OEMs; provide Authorization Form with OEM details
• Products must be non-toxic; toxic products require MSDS
• Shelf life minimum of 24 months at supply
• GeM portal invoicing requires GST invoice copy and GST payment screenshot
• Turnover criteria: average annual turnover over last 3 years; provide audited/CA certificates
• If the bidder is a new entity (less than 3 years), use completed years turnover for calculation
• Compliance with safety, handling, storage, and environment norms for hazardous items when applicable
• The tender emphasizes 27 items, indicating broad procurement; ensure all required documents and certifications are ready