Indian Army Offset Printing Ink Tender Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh 2026 - 25% Quantity Option and End User Certificate
Bid Publish Date
19-Sep-2026, 4:48 pm
Bid End Date
29-Sep-2026, 5:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks an offset printing ink supplier for delivery to GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM, VISAKHAPATNAM, ANDHRA PRADESH. The procurement category is Offset Printing Ink (Q3) with no BOQ items listed and no explicit estimated value. Key differentiators include the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contract and during currency, and a defined delivery framework beginning from the last date of the original delivery order. The supplier must align with vendor code creation requirements and data sheet verification. Contextual notes emphasize non-obsolescence and a minimum market-life of 1 year for bid items. The delivery and commissioning terms are anchored to the Visakhapatnam deployment address, with a focus on compliant data sheets and End User Certificate requirements. This tender emphasizes supplier capability, data sheet alignment, and GST handling under actuals, with a consortium option for bidders possessing complementary expertise.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Offset Printing Ink (Q3) for Indian Army use
- Location for delivery/installation: GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM, VISAKHAPATNAM, ANDHRA PRADESH
- Documents: Data Sheet of offered products; End User Certificate where applicable; PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate
- Vendor prerequisites: Non-liquidation/ bankruptcy; data sheet match to product specs; possibility of consortium with shared responsibility
- Delivery framework: Quantity variation up to 25% at contract; additional time calculation based on (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period with minimum 30 days
- GST: GST handling as per actuals or applicable rate, whichever is lower, within quoted GST percentage
- Obsolescence clause: Bid items must have at least 1 year residual market life; not declared end-of-life by OEM
- Data submission: Upload Data Sheet and End User Certificate where required
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Financial security: Not specified in data; ensure bidder financial standing and non-liquidation status
- Delivery terms: Delivery/installation at GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM; delivery period governed by option clause and original delivery date
- Consortium: Allowed with equal responsibility; one leader; undertaking required
- Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; data sheet; End User Certificate where applicable
- GST: Reimbursement policy as per actuals or applicable lower rate
- Market life: Offered products must not be end-of-life within 1 year residual life
- Data validation: Accuracy of product data sheets essential to avoid rejection
Key Specifications
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Product: Offset Printing Ink (Q3)
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Delivery location: GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
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Documentation: Data Sheet alignment with product specifications
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Compliance: End User Certificate where required
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Obsolescence: Item must have at least 1 year residual market life
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Variation: Quantity can increase up to 25% of bid quantity at contract and during currency
Terms & Conditions
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Option Clause: up to 25% quantity variation
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Delivery address: GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM
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Documentation requirements: Data Sheet, End User Certificate, PAN, GSTIN, EFT mandate
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GST handling: actuals or applicable lower rate
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Consortium allowed with shared responsibility
Important Clauses
Delivery Terms
Delivery period begins from the last date of original delivery order; extended time calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days
GST & Payments
GST will be reimbursed as actuals or at the lower of the quoted rate; payment terms aligned with government procurement norms
Data Sheet Verification
Data Sheet of offered products must match specifications; mismatch may lead to bid rejection
Bidder Eligibility
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Not under liquidation, court receivership or bankruptcy
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Ability to deliver to GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM, Andhra Pradesh
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Consortium participation allowed with shared responsibility
Technical Results
| S.No | Seller | Item | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BHARGAVI ENTERPRISES Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 25-09-2026 01:20:06 | |
| 2 | GS AGENCIES Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 26-09-2026 10:56:32 | |
| 3 | SABA ENTERPRISES Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 25-09-2026 13:50:53 | |
| 4 | SRI SAI VAGDEVI BUILDERS Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 27-09-2026 12:05:04 | |
| 5 | VIGNESHWARA CONSTRUCTIONS Under PMA | Make : NA Model : INK | 26-09-2026 00:52:27 |
Financial Results
| Rank | Seller | Price | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | GS AGENCIES(MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L2 | BHARGAVI ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L3 | SABA ENTERPRISES (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L4 | VIGNESHWARA CONSTRUCTIONS (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink | |
| L5 | SRI SAI VAGDEVI BUILDERS (MII) Under PMA | Item Categories : Offset Printing Ink |
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
4
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
30 %
Warranty Period
15 days
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Offset Printing Ink (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
3
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Visakhapatnam
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Visakhapatnam | Visakhapatnam | - | - | 4 | 15 | - |
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-9918996.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
13
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card copy
Cancelled cheque
Bank EFT mandate
Data Sheet of offered product(s)
End User Certificate (where applicable)
Proof of non-liquidation or bankruptcy status
Consortium undertaking (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDHRA PRADESH tender market
How to bid for offset printing ink tender in Visakhapatnam 2026
Bidders should submit PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and Data Sheet of offered ink products. Ensure non-liquidation status and provide an undertaking. The tender allows up to 25% quantity variation and requires data-sheet alignment with product specifications; End User Certificate where applicable.
What documents are required for ink procurement bid in Andhra Pradesh
Required documents include PAN card, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, Data Sheet of offered ink, End User Certificate where applicable, and evidence of non-bankruptcy status. Consortium agreements may be used with shared responsibility; ensure data-sheet verification and non-obsolescence.
What is the delivery location for the ink tender in Visakhapatnam
Delivery/installation is at GE UTILITY II VISAKHAPATNAM, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Ensure timely delivery as per contract, with option-based quantity increases and extension rules calculated from the original delivery period.
What are the GST terms for the ink tender in 2026
GST will be reimbursed based on actuals or the lower applicable rate, whichever is cheaper, within the quoted GST percentage. Bidder must manage GST compliance and provide invoices aligned with procurement norms.
How does the 25% quantity option affect delivery for ink supply
The purchaser may increase contracted quantity up to 25% during placement and within the currency of the contract. Additional delivery time is calculated as (increased quantity/ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
What is the minimum market life required for ink items
Bid items must have at least 1 year residual market life; they must not be declared end-of-life by the OEM within this period. This protects against obsolescence during contract tenure.
Are consortium bids allowed for this ink tender
Yes, consortium bids are allowed with one leader. Each member remains equally responsible for contract execution; an undertaking must be uploaded with the bid detailing shared responsibilities.
What is required to validate product data sheets for ink
A Data Sheet of the offered ink products must be uploaded and matched against the tender's technical parameters. Any unexplained mismatch may lead to bid rejection; ensure spec alignment before submission.