Bid Publish Date
24-Jul-2026, 5:41 pm
Bid End Date
03-Aug-2026, 10:00 am
EMD
₹50,000
Location
Progress
Quantity
11600
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
The procuring organization is Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) under the Department of Financial Services, issuing a tender for Office Bags (V2) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The bid involves supplying bags with basic features including laptop compartments and rain protection, across multiple items within a single procurement window. The tender specifies an EMD of ₹50,000 and references a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% increase/decrease in bid quantity and contract quantity, with extension rules tied to delivery performance. Although the BOQ shows no line items, the contract scope centers on office bag delivery for LIC offices. A key differentiator is the mandatory adherence to specified generic bag features and future quantity adjustments during the contract period.
Office bag category with bag type and main outside material
Main outside material mass (gsm) and leather thickness (mm) if leather version
Inside material, strap/tape/webbing material, backside material for backpacks
Volume (liters) and weight carrying capacity (kg)
Hanging strap, shoulder straps, inside compartments, laptop compartment with laptop dimensions in inches
Number of external pockets, water bottle pocket, rain cover
Warranty period
Delivery location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu; delivery timeline aligned to option clause
EMD of ₹50,000 required with bid submission
Quantity may vary by up to 25% during contract
Delivery period adjusted as per original and extended timelines
Not explicitly provided; bidders should assume LIC standard terms and confirm payment schedule within ATC
Delivery begins after order date; extended duration governed by option clause with minimum 30 days
Not detailed in data; bidders should verify at bid stage; expect LD for late delivery per contract terms
Experience certificates for similar office bag supply projects
GST registration and financial stability documentation
OEM authorization (if OEM-specific bags are required) and technical compliance certificates
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Office Bags (V2) (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
3
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 45 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Max Delivery Days
45
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Chennai
Delivery Pincodes
600002
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramji Swaminathan | 600002,10TH FLOOR, LIC BUILDING, ANNA SALAI, CHENNAI | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600002 | 11600 | 45 | - |
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| TYPE | Type of Bag | Backpack |
| MATERIAL | Main Outside Material | Polyester |
| MATERIAL | Main Outside Material Mass (gram per square meter ) (Not applicable for Leather) | 150 |
| MATERIAL | Minimum Outside Material Thickness, in case of leather (in mm) | Not Applicable |
| MATERIAL | Inside Material | Polyester |
| MATERIAL | Material of Straps / Tapes / Webbing | Polyester |
| MATERIAL | Backside Material ( For Backpack ) | Same as main outside material with padding |
| DIMENSIONS AND MASS | Volume (in liter) | 30 to <35 |
| DIMENSIONS AND MASS | Weight Carrying Capacity ( kg ) | 20 to <25 |
| GENERIC | Hanging Strap ( Sling ) | Without Hanging Strap |
| GENERIC | Shoulder Straps (For Backpack ) | Shoulder Straps with padding |
| GENERIC | Number of Inside Compartments ( Full Pockets ) | 2 |
| GENERIC | Laptop compartment | Without Laptop Compartment |
| GENERIC | Laptop dimensions suitable for the bag(in inches) | NA |
| GENERIC | Number of External Pockets | 1 |
| GENERIC | Water Bottle Pocket | 1 |
| GENERIC | Rain Cover for Bag | No |
| WARRANTY | Warranty ( in years ) | 1 |
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar bag supply
Financial statements (last 3 years)
EMD submission proof (DD online transfer or online payment receipt)
Technical bid documents demonstrating bag specifications
OEM authorization or authorized dealer certificate (if applicable)
Product/brand specification conformity documents
Any other bidder compliance documents requested in the ATC
Extended Deadline
03-Aug-2026, 10:00 am
Opening Date
03-Aug-2026, 10:30 am
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and ₹50,000 EMD. Provide technical bid with bag specifications (type, materials, compartments, laptop size), OEM authorizations if required, and ensure delivery terms align with the 25% quantity variation clause.
Submit GST certificate, PAN card, prior experience certificates for bag supply, last 3 years financials, EMD payment proof, technical compliance documents, and OEM authorization if applicable. Include bag specification sheets covering materials, dimensions, and warranty terms.
Specifications include bag type, main outside material and gsm, leather thickness if leather, inside material, strap/webbing material, volume in liters, weight capacity kg, laptop compartment with inches, number of compartments and pockets, rain cover, and presence of water bottle pocket.
Delivery schedule follows the original order timeline with a possible extension under the 25% quantity variation clause. Ensure readiness to escalate delivery timelines and confirm schedule per final purchase order; minimum extension period is 30 days per clause.
The tender requires an EMD of ₹50,000. Payment proof must accompany bid submission; ensure EMD validity through the procurement evaluation period and in line with bidder compliance.
Warranty is specified as a field in the data; bidders must state the exact warranty period in the bid and ensure post-sale service terms, replacement policies, and component durability align with the stated warranty duration.
Bid quantity may vary up to 25% of bid quantity and contracted quantity. Delivery periods adjust proportionally with a minimum of 30 days; plan production and logistics to accommodate scale-up or scale-down without impacting delivery reliability.
The data does not specify fixed standards; bidders should attach any relevant conformity documents (material safety, durability, or OEM approvals) and await additional details in the ATC. If brands are specified, provide OEM certifications for those bag models.
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
ATC
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS