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Directorate Of Education Printing Services West Delhi Textbook Printing offset Class I-III 2026

Bid Publish Date

26-Feb-2026, 9:36 pm

Bid End Date

09-Mar-2026, 11:00 am

EMD

₹24,60,000

Value

₹8,20,00,000

Location

WEST DELHI , DELHI

Progress

Issue26-Feb-2026, 9:36 pm
AwardPending
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Quantity

2384330

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • ATC allows ±25% quantity/duration adjustment at contract issuance
  • • EMD of ₹2,460,000 required for bid participation
  • • Estimated contract value ₹82,000,000 for offset printing of Class I-III textbooks
  • • Safety, workmen compensation, insurance, and PPE compliance mandatory
  • • No BOQ items available; scope inferred from tender category
  • • Location: West Delhi, Delhi 110008; education department procurement

Categories 5

SERVICES BOOK PRINTING SERVICES PAPER MATERIALS PRINTING AND WRITING PAPER

Tender Overview

The Directorate Of Education in West Delhi invites bids for paper-based printing services, specifically offset printing of Text Books for Class I to III. The estimated contract value is ₹82,000,000 with an EMD of ₹2,460,000. The project location is West Delhi, Delhi 110008 and the procurement category covers Printing with Material for academic textbooks. A key differentiator is the ATC clause permitting a ±25% adjustment to quantity or duration at contract issuance, creating flexibility in scale. The buyer emphasizes safety, insurance, and compliance requirements, shaping bidders’ risk and governance approach. This tender requires precise adherence to printing standards and timely delivery in a structured school-book program.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product/Service: Paper-based offset printing for Text Books class I to III with required printing and binding under a single contract
  • Estimated Value: ₹82,00,00,000 (₹82 million)
  • EMD: ₹2,46,00,00 (₹2.46 million)
  • Location: West Delhi, Delhi 110008
  • ATC Clause: Quantity/duration may be revised up to 25%; bidders must accept revised terms
  • Standards/Compliance: Emphasizes safety, workmen compensation, insurance, public liability; no explicit technical specs provided; ensure anti-tamper/quality control and timely delivery
  • BOQ: No items listed; procurement scope inferred from project category and title
  • Experience/Capability: Required for large-scale offset printing and handling school textbooks, with safety and regulatory adherence

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD: ₹2,460,000 via specified mode (DD/online per ATC)
  • Quantity/Duration Flexibility: ±25% at issuance; accept revised contract scope
  • Safety & Insurance: Employer requires workmen compensation, public liability, property insurance, and PPE compliance
  • Delivery/Timeline: Not explicitly stated; procurement implies staged textbook delivery aligned with academic calendars
  • Taxes/Documentation: GST/PAN and financials likely required; OEM/authorizations not specified
  • Penalties/Warranty: Not specified; ATC may introduce performance-based adjustments
  • Other: Not specified; bidders should prepare for standard government printing contract terms

Key Specifications

  • Product/service names: paper-based offset printing for Text Books class I to III

  • Quantities/scale: contract value ₹82,000,000; EMD ₹2,460,000

  • Standards/certifications: safety, workmen compensation, public liability, PPE compliance

  • Delivery requirements: alignment with academic calendar (implied); not explicitly defined

  • Experience: large-scale offset printing for textbooks; quality control expectations implied

Terms & Conditions

  • EMD ₹2,460,000 required; bid submission must include payment proof

  • Quantity/duration may be increased or decreased by 25% at contract issue

  • Safety, insurance, and PPE compliance are mandatory for bidders

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

EMD must be submitted; payment terms to be defined in ATC beyond standard government norms

Delivery Schedule

Delivery timelines inferred from academic calendar; explicit dates not provided in data

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

No explicit LD details in data; ATC may impose penalties for delays or non-compliance

Bidder Eligibility

  • Experience in large-scale offset printing for textbooks or similar educational materials

  • Financial stability demonstrated by 2–3 years of financial statements

  • Compliance with safety, insurance, and PPE requirements as per ATC

Documents 4

GeM-Bidding-9053292.pdf

Main Document

Other Documents

OTHER

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

Permanent Account Number (PAN) card

3

Experience certificates for offset printing of textbooks or similar large-scale print runs

4

Financial statements for the last 2–3 years

5

EMD payment proof (online receipt or DD)

6

Technical bid documents demonstrating printing capabilities and quality control

7

OEM authorizations or certifications if required by ATC

8

Any safety and insurance documentation as per terms

Frequently Asked Questions

Key insights about DELHI tender market

How to bid for West Delhi education printing tender 2026 with offset textbooks?

Bidders must submit EMD ₹2,460,000 along with GST/PAN, financial statements, and technical proof of offset printing capability. The ATC allows ±25% quantity/duration; ensure readiness to adjust scope. Include safety, insurance, and PPE compliance documents as part of the bid.

What documents are required for the printing services tender in Delhi?

Submit GST certificate, PAN, 2–3 years financial statements, experience certificates for large-scale offset printing, EMD receipt, technical bid detailing equipment and quality control, and any OEM authorizations or safety certificates as per ATC.

What are the delivery expectations for Class I-III textbooks in West Delhi?

Delivery aligns with the academic calendar; explicit dates are not provided. Bidders should propose a phased delivery plan with milestones, ensuring timely printing, binding, and dispatch to conform with school-term start dates.

What standards or certifications are required for printing textbooks in Delhi?

Mandatory safety and risk coverage include workmen compensation, public liability insurance, and PPE compliance. While explicit IS/ISO standards are not listed, bidders should demonstrate robust quality control and safety management systems.

How is payment term structured for this Delhi printing contract?

Payment terms are defined in the ATC and contract; bidders should expect milestone-based payments linked to delivery acceptances, with possible advance/retention elements subject to supplier and agency agreement.

What is the exact EMD amount for the Delhi education printing tender?

The EMD amount is ₹2,460,000. Bidder must provide proof of payment with the application; failure to submit EMD will disqualify the bid from consideration.

Are there quantity changes allowed after contract award for printing services?

Yes. The ATC permits a +/- 25% adjustment in contract quantity or duration at the time of contract issue, and bidders must accept revised terms if issued.

What should bidders prepare to demonstrate offset printing capability in Delhi?

Prepare details of printing presses, binding equipment, throughput capacity, quality assurance processes, waste management, and samples of prior textbook print runs to prove capability for large-scale offset printing.

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