Tender Overview
The opportunity is with the Indian Army under the Department of Military Affairs for procurement of a broad range of office supplies and consumables. Estimated value is ₹482,595.00 with a large catalog of items (33 BoQ entries) including pens, registers, paper, cartridges, cleaners, and misc. The procurement scope targets standard office consumables for routine military administration. A unique feature is the inclusion of option quantities up to 25% of bid quantity and extended delivery time provisions, enabling flexible ordering to match requirements. The contract envisions supplier conformity to approved Detailed Design Drawings and advance sample approval, with GST handling as per actuals. The tender emphasizes NDA compliance and supply chain integrity, rooted in a government procurement framework. This is a high-volume, multi-item office supply tender seeking reliable suppliers for ongoing replenishment and standard catalog items.
- Organization: Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs)
- Product/Service: Office stationery and consumables
- Estimated value: ₹482,595.00
- Location: India (national government procurement)
- Delivery/Approval: Detailed Design Drawings, advance sample approval, 5-day submission windows, GST treatment per terms
- Key differentiator: Option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation, both pre- and during contract; advance drawings and NDA requirements
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- No technical specifications are provided in the tender; however, the scope clearly covers a broad office supply category: pens, registers, paper, cartridges, cleaning agents, dusting cloths, file covers, batteries, and related items
- BoQ lists 33 items (no explicit quantities or standards per item)
- CBD terms require: advance sample approvals, drawings approval within 5 days of award, and modification lists if drawings are not approved
- Delivery period linked to original delivery order; if drawings delay, delivery timeline may be refixed without LD
- GST reimbursement will be as per actuals or applicable rates, capped to quoted GST percentage
- NDA and GST invoice submission via GeM portal are mandatory
- Indirect emphasis on compliance with standard government procurement processes and vendor qualification
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should verify at bid submission stage
- Delivery: Deliveries may be adjusted up to 25% (+/-) of bid quantity; extended periods calculated per formula with minimum 30 days
- Payment Terms: GST considerations noted; GST reimbursement as actual or applicable rates; ensure GST-compliant invoicing
- Documentation: NDA on bid letterhead; GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation required
- Sample & Drawings: Advance sample submission within 5 days of award; approval or modification list within 5 days
- Compliance: Detailed Design Drawings approved before fabrication; failure to obtain timely approval may affect delivery schedule
- GST & Compliance: Bidder bears GST applicability; no responsibility transfer; GST as per actuals or quoted rate