Indian Army Department Of Military Affairs Stationery Tender 2026 - IS 10375/IS 8499 Compliant Poker Staples Paper Clips

Tender Overview

• The procurement is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for a stationery equipment category including Poker or AWL as per IS 10375, Staple Pins/Staples (IS 5650), Paper Clips (IS 5650, V2/V4), and Stationery Scissors (IS 989) with associated holders and pen stands. The scope references dimensioning and packing details, with emphasis on IS compliance and test documentation. A key differentiator is the requirement for test reports from accredited labs and ISO 9001 certification for bidders or OEMs, ensuring standardization across all items. The tender emphasizes conformance to relevant IS standards and packaging unit specifications for bulk supply.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Test reports: Availability of test reports from Central Govt/NABL/ILAC accredited labs covering all declared parameters per IS specifications.
• Material specifics: Handle material specified; blade hardness minimum in HRC; handle diameter; nominal blade diameter; blade length; overall poker length; lace portion length.
• Dimensions and design: Nominal size of scissors, pen stand design, pen socket, product length/width in inches, tumbler diameter where applicable.
• Packing and stacking: Type of unit, number of tags/clips/pins per unit; shapes and sizes of clips; size of staple pins; number of staples per box.
• Certifications and standards: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM.
• Generic and category details: High-carbon steel material for handles when welded; product design and add-ons.
• Industry references: Compliance with IS 10375, IS 8499, IS 5650, IS 989 through specified test parameters and dimensions.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and payment terms: The ATC includes an option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation; extended delivery time rules provided, with minimum 30 days; payment terms aligned to contract delivery. Copy of PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate required.
• Delivery and acceptance: Delivery commencement tied to last delivery order date; contractor must adhere to extended delivery calculations; compliance with ISO 9001 and IS standards.
• Documentation: Bidders must submit PAN, GST, bank proof, and EFT mandate; OEM authorization if applicable; GST certificates and experience documents may be required; adherence to purchaser's option clause and delivery rules.
• Warranties/penalties: The ATC references standard penalties/LD where applicable; ensure all units conform to dimensions and quality parameters per IS specifications.
• Eligibility criteria: ISO 9001 certification for bidder or OEM; evidence of accredited lab test reports; alignment with IS 10375, IS 8499, IS 5650, and IS 989 specifications; packaging and unit specifications must match tender scope.