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Indian Council Of Agricultural Research DARE Paperback & EBook Tender 2026 - EMD ₹720000, Service Center & Malicious Code Certificate

Bid Publish Date

17-Jan-2026, 7:43 pm

Bid End Date

07-Feb-2026, 8:00 pm

EMD

₹7,20,000

Progress

Issue17-Jan-2026, 7:43 pm
AwardPending
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Quantity

9991

Category

PAPERBACK

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • Option clause allowing ±25% quantity variation with corresponding delivery recalculation
  • Mandatory Malicious Code Certificate to prevent embedded malware in hardware/software
  • Functional Service Centre requirement in each consignee state or establishment within 30 days
  • Turnover verification over the last three financial years with Audited Balance Sheets or CA certificates
  • No BOQ items; emphasis on publication formats PAPERBACK and EBook
  • Non-liquidity/solvency requirement; undertaking to be uploaded
  • Delivery terms tied to original delivery order with minimum 30 days for extensions

Tender Overview

The Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the Department Of Agricultural Research And Education (DARE) invites bids for PAPERBACK and EBook products. The bid includes an EMD of ₹7,20,000, with potential quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after contract award. Bidders must establish or demonstrate a functional Service Centre in the state of each consignee location if on-site warranty applies; otherwise, service centers not required. The tender emphasizes financial robustness, with turnover verification over the last three years and non-liability for liquidation or bankruptcy. Notable is a requirement for a Malicious Code Certificate confirming absence of embedded malware in hardware/software. This procurement targets publishers or distributors capable of large-volume, standards-compliant delivery, with delivery timing linked to original delivery orders and option-driven extensions.

  • Organization: Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR) / DARE
  • Product Categories: PAPERBACK, EBook
  • Estimated Value: Not disclosed; EMD ₹7,20,000
  • Location: India (multi-state service considerations)
  • Key Differentiators: Option clause for quantity variations up to 25%, malware certification requirement, service-center readiness
  • Unique Aspects: Emphasis on financial health and post-award service capability

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Categories: PAPERBACK and EBook publication formats; no BOQ items provided
  • EMD: ₹7,20,000 as bid security
  • Delivery Terms: Delivery period linked to original order; extended time calculation applies with a minimum of 30 days
  • Service & Support: Functional Service Centre in each consignee state for carry-in warranty; establishment within 30 days if not present
  • Financial Eligibility: Minimum average annual turnover over the last 3 financial years; audited balance sheets or CA certification required
  • Financial Health: Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; bidder to upload undertaking
  • Security Certification: Mandatory Malicious Code Certificate confirming no embedded malware in hardware/software
  • Compliance: Standardization and software integrity requirements; no specific technical specs for products provided

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹7,20,000 bid security (payment method not specified)
  • Turnover: Minimum average turnover over last 3 years; proof via audited statements or CA certificate
  • Service Centre: Establish within 30 days post-award if not already present; payment contingent on service-capability documentation
  • Financial Health: No liquidation or bankruptcy; bidder to submit undertaking
  • Option Clause: Quantity may increase/decrease up to 25%; extended delivery as per formula subject to minimum 30 days
  • Malicious Code Certificate: Required; certifies no malicious code in hardware/software
  • Delivery: Delivery schedule aligned with original order; extensions based on option clause
  • Prohibition: Not specified; bidders must comply with all listed terms

Key Specifications

  • Product categories: PAPERBACK and EBook

  • EMD amount: ₹7,20,000

  • Delivery extension formula: (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days

  • Service center requirement: State-wise for carry-in warranty unless on-site warranty applicable

  • Turnover requirement: Average turnover of last 3 financial years; documentary evidence

  • Malicious Code Certificate: Required to certify absence of embedded malware

Terms & Conditions

  • Quantity uplift/downward adjustment up to 25% with contracted rates

  • Functional Service Centre obligation in consignee states or 30-day establishment

  • Mandatory Malicious Code Certificate and financial due-diligence requirements

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Payment to be processed post evidence of service capability; EMD required during bid submission

Delivery Schedule

Delivery begins from the last date of the original delivery order; extended time rules apply per option clause

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Penalties or LD details are not provided; implied via delivery extensions and contract terms

Bidder Eligibility

  • Minimum three-year turnover history with supporting audited statements

  • Not under liquidation or bankruptcy; provide undertaking

  • Ability to establish or demonstrate service centers in required states within 30 days

Documents 5

GeM-Bidding-8852723.pdf

Main Document

Other Documents

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Other Documents

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Buyer uploaded ATC document

ATC

GEM General Terms and Conditions Document

GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Audited financial statements or CA certificate showing turnover for the last 3 financial years

4

Undertaking confirming no liquidation or bankruptcy

5

Malicious Code Certificate

6

Evidence of functional Service Centre or 30-day establishment plan

7

Technical compliance documents for PAPERBACK and EBook formats

8

Any OEM authorizations or publisher registrations if applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

How to participate in ICAR DARE paperback and ebook tender in India 2026?

Bidders must submit EMD of ₹7,20,000, provide turnover proof for the last three financial years, and demonstrate a functional Service Centre in consignee states or commit to establish within 30 days of award. Include Malicious Code Certificate and all relevant publisher documents. Ensure compliance with option clause for 25% quantity variation.

What documents are required for ICAR paperback & ebook procurement 2026?

Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, Audited financial statements or CA certificate showing three-year turnover, an undertaking against liquidation, Malicious Code Certificate, evidence of service capability (state-wise), and any publisher/OEM authorizations. Details must accompany the bid submission.

What is the EMD amount and payment impact for ICAR DARE tender 2026?

EMD is ₹7,20,000. Payment readiness requires submitting bid security and satisfying service capability proof; payment processing is contingent on post-award documentation and successful establishment of service centers if not already present.

What are the delivery terms for the paperback and ebook tender 2026?

Delivery is tied to the last date of the original delivery order; if the option clause is exercised, extended delivery time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.

What standards or certifications are required for this ICAR procurement?

Mandatory Malicious Code Certificate and compliance with standard procurement practices; no specific standalone standards were listed for the paper formats in the available data.

How is turnover evaluated for eligibility in this ICAR tender in India 2026?

Turnover must be averaged over the last three financial years ending 31 March; provide audited balance sheets or CA certificates; if the bidder is under 3 years old, turnover is calculated from the date of incorporation for completed years.

What happens if a bidder lacks a service center in consignee states?

The bidder must establish a functional service center within 30 days of award; payment is contingent upon documentary evidence of the service center, ensuring post-sale support for carry-in or on-site warranty terms.

What is the scope of the option clause in this tender?

The purchaser may increase or decrease the quantity by up to 25% at contract signing and during the currency of the contract. Delivery time adjusts proportionally, subject to a minimum 30-day extension.

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