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Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (Coal India Limited) invites bids for paper-based printing services including offset printing, material handling, and creation of coffee table books in the Sambalpur, Odisha region. Estimated contract value is ₹1,996,167.06, with an EMD of ₹25,000. The scope accommodates a 25% quantity/duration variation at contract issue and for lumpsum service contracts, allowing a 25% expansion with client consent. Attachments indicate a defined SOW and ATC; BOQ items are not listed. This procurement targets print production, binding, and related offset workflow for corporate publications under MCL’s oversight. Unique aspects include a seller-ready scope with post-award quantity flexibility and mandatory certificate uploads. This tender aligns with government printing needs and requires compliance with accompanying terms and conditions, including specific bid attachments.
Variation clause allowing up to 25% change in quantity or duration
Mandatory submission of certificates and bid documents
Review of SOW/ATC attachments for deliverables and standards
Payment terms to be detailed in ATC/BOQ; ensure alignment with 25% scope variation for lumpsum contracts.
Delivery milestones to be defined in SOW/ATC; adhere to quality benchmarks in attachments.
Penalties or LD terms to be specified in SOW/ATC; ensure compliance and timely delivery.
Proven experience in paper-based printing services, especially offset printing
Financial capacity to support a ₹1.996 million contract
Ability to comply with SOW/ATC terms and provide required certificates
Quantity
1000
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
7 Days
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
75
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Paper-based Printing Services - Printing with Material; Coffee Table Books; Offset
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 10 days of issue of service delivery acceptance certificate (SDAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Sambalpur
Delivery Pincodes
768020
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BISWABASH BEHURIA | 768020,MAHANADI COALFIELDS LIMITED, PO - JAGRUTI VIHAR, BURLA | Sambalpur | Odisha | 768020 | 1000 | - | Number of pages per Item : 100 |
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GST Certification
PAN Card
Experience Certificates
Financial Statements
EMD payment proof
Technical Compliance Certificates (if any)
OEM Authorizations (if applicable)
Bid Document Uploads per ATC/ Corrigendum
Key insights about ODISHA tender market
Bidders should prepare GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, and EMD ₹25,000. Review SOW/ATC attachments, ensure offset printing capability, and confirm 25% variation rights. Submit all bid documents digitally as required by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited and adhere to the stated estimated value ₹1,996,167.06.
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD proof, technical compliance certificates, OEM authorizations if applicable, and all bid uploads per ATC/Corrigendum. Ensure certificates are current and match organizational details for eligibility.
Technical specifics are available in the SOW/ATC attachments. Expect requirements for offset printing quality, binding, finishing, materials, and paper grades. Confirm exact paper weight, binding type, and color accuracy in the attachements to ensure IS/industry standards compliance.
Delivery schedule is defined in the SOW/ATC attachments. Bidders must align with milestones and acceptance criteria, with penalties as per the contract. Since public data lacks explicit dates, refer to provided SOW for exact timelines.
Payment terms are specified in the ATC/BOQ. Expect payment linked to milestone completion, with potential early payment for quality-compliant deliverables. Verify whether advance, milestone, or post-delivery payments apply in the final contract documents.
Submit all mandatory documents, EMD proof, and SOW/ATC compliance declarations. Ensure certificate uploads are complete to avoid rejection. The tender emphasizes attachments and correctness of documents; cross-check against Corrigendum and ATC for any updates.
Confirm experience in similar offset printing projects, demonstrate annual turnover capacity, and provide relevant compliance certifications. Ensure all required documents are ready and the vendor profile matches the tender scope for Mahanadi Coalfields Limited.
The tender requires submission of standard certificates via the ATC. While explicit standards aren’t listed publicly, bidders should provide ISO/quality-related documentation, OEM authorizations, and ISI/IS certifications if specified in the SOW/ATC attachments.