Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Agra Pencil and Writing Paper Tender 2026 – IS 1375, IS 1848 Conforming, EST ₹2,000,000

Tender Overview

Organization/Department: Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department, Agra (PIN 282001). The procurement targets Black Lead Pencils conforming to IS 1375 (Q4) and Writing & Printing Paper conforming to IS 1848 (Part 2) (Q4). Estimated value: ₹2,000,000 with EMD of ₹100,000. Location-specific scope centers in Agra, Uttar Pradesh for school-level educational supplies. Tender emphasizes standard-compliant writing instruments and paper, suitable for classroom and administrative use. The absence of a BOQ suggests bulk or phased evaluation, with an option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to ±25% at contracted rates. Unique terms include delivery-time calculations tied to original and extended periods and a minimum 30-day base for any option-driven extension.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Black Lead Pencils and Writing Paper meeting specified IS standards.
• Standards: IS 1375 (Pencil type/grades/shapes) and IS 1848 (Part 2) (Paper type/colour/size/GSM).
• Packing/Unit Details: Unit type and number of sheets per unit likely governed by standard classroom stationery norms; exact quantities not disclosed in BOQ.
• Quantity/Scope: Not specified in BOQ; due diligence needed on total pencils and paper sheets; deployment across UP schools under Basic Education mandate.
• Delivery/Delivery Location: Agra, UP; delivery schedule tied to original order date with option-based extensions as per clause.
• Quality/Testing: IS 1375 and IS 1848 (Part 2) compliance required; no additional brand mandates specified.
• Payment/Contractual: Local procurement terms; details to be clarified in RFP phase.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹100,000 (Demand Draft/online as per procurement rules).
• Estimated value: ₹2,000,000.
• Option Clause: Quantity may vary by ±25% during contract at contracted rates; delivery period aligned to last delivery order date with minimum 30 days for extended periods.
• Delivery: From contract date; adherence to original/extended delivery timelines.
• Documents: GST registration, PAN, financial statements, experience certificates; technical bid materials; OEM authorizations if applicable.
• Warranty/Support: Not specified; standard government procurement expectations apply.
• Eligibility: Vendors with proven capability to supply IS standard pencils and paper to educational departments; compliance with IS standards mandatory.