Indian Army Department of Military Affairs Writing Instruments & Stationery Tender Ambala 2026 IS Standards

Tender Overview

Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) invites bids for a broad stationery procurement, including writing pens, binder clips conforming to IS 8231, self adhesive flags conforming to IS 8499, glue sticks, markers and highlighters, file tags, black lead pencils conforming to IS 1375, and related desk accessories. The package references ISI/IS standards and includes advance sample submission. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled at ARO Ambala on 28 Jan 2026 at 10:00 HRS to validate product quality and obtain competent authority approval. An option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract performance, with delivery timing adjustments linked to order dates. The procurement emphasizes standard-compliant, OEM-brand-agnostic items and a structured packing approach. The absence of a disclosed BOQ suggests a broad supply scope across multiple stationery categories, with emphasis on ISI IS 14490 (paper) and IS 8231/IS 8499 compliance for core items.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories include: Writing pens (generic), binder clips (STANDARD), self adhesive flags (STANDARDS), glue sticks (Generic), markers/highlighters (Generic), file tags (PACKING), plain copier paper (ISI-marked to IS 14490), desktop trays/organizers (Generic/Pack).
• Standards referenced: IS 8231 (binder clips), IS 8499 (flags), IS 1375 (pencils), IS 14490 (paper); mention of ISI/ISO-like quality checks is implied by buyer terms.
• Packaging and packing details span various item types (boxes per unit, number of clips per box, number of flags per pad). Advance sample provision is required before supply commencement.
• The Terms highlight a pre-bid meeting, mandatory attendance, and an option-based quantity adjustment up to 25% with correlated delivery extension formulas.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Pre-bid meeting mandatory at ARO Ambala, 28 Jan 2026, 10:00 HRS; non-attendance leads to disqualification.
• Quantity flexibility: Purchaser may increase/decrease up to 25% of bid quantity at contract placement and during currency.
• Advance sample: Agree to provide Advance Sample(s) for buyer approval before commencement.
• Delivery timeline: Linked to last date of the original delivery order; extended periods follow the option clause with minimum 30 days.
• Payment terms: Not explicitly stated in available data; bidders should monitor the Terms at bid submission.
• Documentation: Requires standard bidder documents (GST, PAN, experience, financial statements) per T&Cs; OEM authorizations may be required for branded items.