Indian Navy Paper-based Printing Services Tender GEM 2026 India - Magazine & Offset Printing with Material

Tender Overview

The Indian Navy, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids through GEM for paper-based printing services encompassing magazine publishing and offset printing with material. The opportunity emphasizes mandatory GEM registration, with purchase preference for eligible Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) under policy guidelines. Bidder offices must be located in the consignee state for service availability, and bidders should provide dedicated toll-free service support and a clear escalation matrix. Sub-contracting requires prior written consent from the buyer, with joint liability for contract performance. This tender targets suppliers capable of end-to-end printing workflow, maintaining compliance with buyer-specified service standards and transparency in participation.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: Paper-based printing services including printing with material, magazine, and offset
• Key compliance: GEM empanelment/registration on bid opening date; service support office in consignee state; dedicated toll-free support; escalation matrix provided
• Eligibility: Bidder must meet MSE purchase preference criteria if applicable; bidder may need to demonstrate past project experience and relevant certificates
• Sub-contracting: Not allowed without prior written consent; ultimate liability remains with the primary bidder
• Documentation: Upload required certificates and documents per ATC/Corrigendum; past project experience proofs
• No BOQ items available; estimated value and EMD not disclosed in provided data
• Ensure compliance with purchaser’s fair, transparent procedures as per GFR rules

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Registration: Mandatory GEM registration/empanelment for required goods/services on bid opening date
• MSE Preference: Available for eligible MSEs; price matching within L-1+ margin may apply
• Office presence: Service provider office in consignee state; documentary evidence required
• Service support: Dedicated toll-free number; escalation matrix to be provided
• Compliance: Upload all certificates/documents; failure leads to rejection
• Sub-contracting: Requires prior written consent; joint liability retained by seller
• Past experience: Evidence of relevant project experience required