Director General Of Civil Defence Pondicherry Toner Cartridges Tender 2026 IS 550 Compliant Procurement

Tender Overview

The Director General Of Civil Defence (Department Of Home) in Pondicherry invites bids for the supply of toner cartridges and related consumables for printers. The scope is limited to supply of goods, with no installation services disclosed. The procurement site location is Pondicherry, 605007, and the category covers generic printer cartridges including color options and OEM model compatibility. Bidders should note the 25% quantity option and extended delivery provisions, which affect delivery planning and pricing stability under contract. A clear emphasis on turnover, OEM eligibility, and after-sales support signals strict financial and technical due diligence. The buyer’s terms allow quantity adjustments and set the foundation for a flexible yet controlled procurement cadence, ensuring stock availability and vendor reliability. Special attention to OEM turnover and imported product assurances will influence supplier selection and risk management.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product class and model numbers for OEM printer cartridges, color options, and cartridge type
• Minimum yield and pages per cartridge, compatibility with listed printer/ multifunction brands
• IS/ISNotSpecified standards not listed; focus on generic cartridge attributes and OEM alignment
• Required after-sales service or after-sales support condition for imported products with India-based registered office
• Turnover criteria: minimum average annual turnover for bidders and OEMs over the last three financial years; documentation via audited statements or CA certificates
• Optional quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract execution with proportional delivery extension rules
• Scope: supply of goods only; no installation as per terms

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: not specified in available data; bidders should confirm at bid submission
• Turnover: minimum average annual turnover over the last three years (bid document specifies exact figure)
• OEM criteria: OEM turnover requirement; for bunch bids, top-valued primary product OEM must meet the criterion
• Imported products: OEM/authorized seller must have registered Indian office for after-sales service
• Delivery terms: delivery schedule tied to original and extended periods; option clause allows quantity variation up to 25%
• Documentation: GST certificate, PAN, audited financials or CA certificate, OEM authorizations, and technical bid documents