National Productivity Council Plain Copier Paper ISI Marked to IS 14490 (Q4) Tender Bangalore Karnataka 2026

Tender Overview

The National Productivity Council (NPC), under the Department For Promotion Of Industry & Internal Trade, is seeking suppliers for Plain Copier Paper that is ISI Marked to IS 14490 (Q4), for delivery in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA. The procurement focuses on standard office paper quality with ISI certification, targeting reliable supply to NPC operations. The tender emphasizes compliance with the option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to 25%, with corresponding delivery time calculations. The absence of BOQ items suggests a singular supply category, requiring bidders to demonstrate product conformity to ISI standards and Q4 grade.

Key differentiators include the insistence on ISI Marked product, the potential for runtime quantity fluctuations, and the requirement to align with the city-specific procurement context. This opportunity is positioned within the NPC’s ongoing mission to streamline internal trade facilitation via standardized office supplies.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

Available data identifies the product as Plain Copier Paper with ISI Marked to IS 14490 (Q4). No numeric BOQ quantities are published, and no other technical parameters are disclosed. Bidders should assume standard A4-sized paper, 80 GSM or equivalent, with ISI compliance and K-12 grade suitability for general administrative use. The terms indicate no explicit delivery schedule beyond the option-adjusted framework; ensure readiness to scale delivery within the 30-day minimum or per calculated extension.

• Standards: IS 14490 (Q4) compliance
• Product: Plain Copier Paper (A4, office-grade)
• Location: BANGALORE, KARNATAKA
• Quantity/Value: Not disclosed; bid may reflect supplier capacity to deliver at NPC-scale needs
• Delivery: Termed by option clause; minimum extension logic applies

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity variation: Up to 25% increase/decrease of bid quantity at contract placement and during contract currency; delivery period adjusted using the formula provided, with a minimum of 30 days.
• Delivery commencement: From the last date of the original delivery order; extensions follow the same calculation method.
• Compliance: Bidders must comply with the option clause and ISI Marked requirement; no explicit EMD amount disclosed in data.
• Registration/Docs: Standard bidder documentation implied; no specific documents enumerated beyond generic bid terms.
• Other terms: The tender data provides limited detail; bidders should prepare for flexible quantities and confirm IS 14490 (Q4) certification, with readiness for delivery scaling within contract windows.