Indian Air Force File/Folder & Stationery Tender 2026 India - ISO 9001/14001/18001 Certified OEMs 2026

Tender Overview

The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites suppliers to bid for a range of stationery and office supplies including File/Folder sets with binding, Self Adhesive Flags, Magnetic Alphabet Chart (Preschool Kit), Registers, Tags conforming to IS 8499, Binding Covers, and related items. The scope is the supply of goods, with OEMs required to hold ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 18001:2007 certifications. Materials must meet IS 1848 (Part 1) inner paper specifications and IS 13892 for envelopes where applicable. The procurement emphasizes packaging, color variants, dimensions, and binding methods, with a strong focus on quality and standard conformance. A notable feature is the option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract execution, with delivery timelines adjusted proportionally. This tender signals a broad stationery category under the Department of Military Affairs, requiring multiple SKUs and precise product specs.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product types include: File/Folder with binding, Self Adhesive Flags (polymer plastic), Magnetic Alphabet Chart, Registers, Tags for Files, Desk Pads, Correspondence Envelopes, Fountain Pens, Notepad Holders, and Sketch Pens.
• Certifications required: OEM ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 18001:2007; on-demand test reports.
• Paper & binding specs: Inner paper per IS 1848 (Part 1); binding type; grammage and dimensions for registers; envelope and cover materials; standard attachment methods.
• Standards and dimensions: IS 8499 conformance for tags; IS 6139 for photography paper; IS 13892 for envelopes; IS 1480 for scales; IS 1848 (Part 1) paper specs.
• Packaging and unit details: Unit packing type; number of sheets/pack; color and finishing requirements; explicit dimensional tolerances for flags and pads.
• Warranty and testing: Warranty period indicated; test reports to be furnished on demand; OEM certification verification.
• Delivery and scope: Scope limited to supply of goods; option clause permits up to 25% quantity variation; delivery period linked to original delivery schedule.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed; bidders must refer to general tender terms for security deposit requirements.
• Experience: OEMs with verified ISO certifications and prior supply of office stationery to government bodies preferred; test reports to be provided on demand.
• Payment terms: Not specified in data; bidders should align with standard government purchasing timelines.
• Documents: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, OEM authorization, and technical compliance certificates likely required; on-demand reports must be supplied.
• Delivery: 25% quantity variation allowed; delivery period to be linked to original and extended periods with prorated timelines.
• Warranty: Warranty period applicable; penalties/LD clauses not explicitly listed but implied by standard terms.
• Compliance: Conformance to IS 8499, IS 1848, IS 13892, IS 6139, IS 1480 plus IS 8499 color and padding standards.