Tender Overview
The Directorate Of Government Printing, Stationery And Publications, Mumbai invites bids for Bond Paper (V3) conforming to IS 1848 (Part 1) (Q3). The procurement references an EMD of ₹2,50,000. Organisation location is Mumbai, Maharashtra, with a focus on paper size and GSM standards, packing, and marking specifications. The scope includes supplier compliance with IS 1848 Part 1, packing details, and delivery terms that allow a flexible quantity up to 25% with contracted rates. The tender emphasizes OEM authorization where applicable and GST compliance on invoicing through GeM. The irregularity in BOQ items (0 items) indicates a broad packaging specification rather than a fixed item list.
This notice targets suppliers capable of sustained government supply, adherence to standardisation, and the ability to meet 3-year government supply exposure criteria while maintaining financial credibility and timely delivery. A key differentiator is the combination of IS 1848 Part 1 Q3 compliance, specific packing/marking standards, and the option clause enabling quantity adjustments over the contract period.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Bond Paper (V3) conforming to IS 1848 (Part 1) (Q3)
- Standards/Specifications: Size of Paper (mm) and GSM of Paper as per IS 1848 Part 1; Packing and Packing Marking details to be adhered
- Packaging: explicit packing requirements to be provided; marks as per tender
- EMD: ₹2,50,000; constitutes security for bid
- Delivery terms: option to increase quantity up to 25% at contracted rates; minimum delivery extension period 30 days
- Compliance: OEM authorization when using distributors; GST invoice upload on GeM portal; GST rates as applicable
- Experience: supplier should demonstrate 3 years of regular supply to Central/State Govt organizations
- Financials: turnover details to be submitted as specified in bid document; audited statements or CA certificate required
- Other: GeM invoice records and GST payment screenshots required
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹2,50,000 validity with bid
- Experience: at least 3 years supplying similar govt category products; documentary contracts to be submitted
- Manufacturer Authorization: required if bidding via OEM/distributor channels
- GST: upload scanned GST invoice and GST portal payment screenshot on GeM
- Turnover: minimum average annual turnover as indicated in the bid document; provide audited balance sheets or CA certificate
- Delivery: as per contract; option to extend with 30-day minimum extended period when quantity increases
- Payment Terms: as per GeM terms; GST treatment per actual or applicable rate, up to quoted percentage
- Compliance: not to be under liquidation or similar proceedings; bid submission must include supporting documentation
