Indian Army ISI Marked Stationery Tender 2026: Plain Copier Paper IS 14490, Self Adhesive Flags, Registers, Tags for Files

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for ISI marked stationery including Plain Copier Paper (IS 14490, Q4), Self Adhesive Flags, Registers (IS 1848/ IS 5650/ IS 8499 conformity), Paper Clips, Tags for Files, and File/Folders with binding. The procurement scope covers multiple items under IS standards, with A4 and FS paper size requirements noted in ATC. While exact quantities and estimated value are not disclosed, the bidder should anticipate a 25% quantity variation clause and potential contract extension at contracted rates. Technical samples must be submitted to a consignee address for evaluation.

This tender emphasizes strict standard compliance (IS 14490, IS 1848 Part 1, IS 5650, IS 8499), packing and marking, and material specifications for flags, covers, and binding. Unique aspects include mandatory sample testing, ATC notes on A4/FS paper, and the option to scale orders by up to 25% during and after contract execution. The award will depend on sample approval and conformance to stated IS standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Plain Copier Paper (ISI marked), Self Adhesive Flags, Registers, Paper Clips, Tags for Files, File/Folder; IS standards conformance across items
• Standards: IS 14490 (paper), IS 1848 Part 1 (inner paper), IS 5650 (registers/clip components), IS 8499 (tags); A4 and FS paper size required per ATC
• Physical specs: Paper size, grammage (GSM), binding, cover board GSM, minimum register length/width, page count excluding cover, and pad colours
• Flags: Material, total colours, colour distribution per pad, flag dimensions (mm), clip shapes and sizes, packing type and unit quantity
• File/Folder: Binding mechanism, material, number of pockets, cover design, size compatibility
• Packing: Unit packing details, number of clips/tags per unit, overall length of lace portion, unit type
• General: Product type, register type, inner paper standard, number of pages excluding cover, binding method

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation at contract, and potential extension of delivery period with proportional timing rules; delivery starts from last date of original order
• Sample submission required; A4 and FS size paper for technical inspection; samples must be approved before bid acceptance
• ATC notes mandate conformance to A4/FS paper sizing and ISI marks for all items; delivery terms align with government procurement norms
• Delivery & payment terms: not explicitly stated in data; bidders should anticipate standard govt terms and ensure readiness for rapid sample-to-award sequencing
• Documentation: submit prior to bid as per T&C and ATC; ensure ISI/IS approvals for all stationery items; ensure packaging and labeling meet packing/marking standards