Tender Overview
Indian Army invites bids for multiple office stationery categories in Agra, Uttar Pradesh (282001), covering items conformance to IS standards: IS 5650 for paper clips, erasers, registers, sticky notes, dak pads, AWL/poker; IS 2257 for paper adhesives and pastes; IS 13262 for pressure sensitive tapes; IS 14490 (ISI marked) plain copier paper. Estimated value is ₹45,000, with potential quantity variations per option clause. Bidders must provide brand name, model/part numbers on firm letterhead and attach OEM authorization. Delivery timelines and branding disclosures are mandatory as per ATC clauses. No BOQ items disclosed. Unique focus on OEM authorization and GeM incident history is required. This tender requires conforming office supplies with clear brand and part-number details to avoid rejection. The option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during and after contract at contracted rates, with a minimum extension rule. This procurement emphasizes compliance with specified IS standards and brand/part numbers to ensure standardization across the Army's stationery needs.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Categories: Paper clips, erasers, staple pins/staples, registers, desk pads, adhesives (IS 2257), sticky notes, dak pad, awl; moisteners, adhesive tapes with plastic base (IS 13262), plain copier paper (ISI IS 14490).
- Standards/IS: IS 5650 (Q4 items for most categories), IS 2257 (office adhesives), IS 13262 (tapes), ISI IS 14490 for copier paper; Q3/Q4 qualification levels noted in tender.
- Branding/Part Numbers: Must include brand name, cat part numbers, and OEM authorization; bids without make/model details are rejected.
- Delivery/Assessment: Delivery timelines tied to delivery orders; option clause enables quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after contract.
- Documentation: Include Manufacturer Authorization Letter and GeM incident history if applicable.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not specified in provided data; verify during bid submission.
- Delivery: Delivery period linked to original delivery order; extension rules apply per option clause with minimum 30 days.
- Payment Terms: Not detailed in data; ensure alignment with standard Government procurement terms in ATC.
- Eligibility: Must provide OEM authorization; brand-name clarity; no GeM bans in last six months; incident history copy to be enclosed.
- Documentation: Submit GST, PAN, experience certificates (if any), financials, and technical bid with OEM authorization.
- Penalties: Clause on extension and delivery timing implied via option clause; exact LD terms not specified in data.