Indian Army Offset Printing Ink Tender Jalpaiguri West Bengal 2026 Offset Printing Ink Procurement
Bid Publish Date
23-Sep-2026, 9:46 pm
Bid End Date
03-Oct-2026, 9:00 am
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for offset printing ink in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal 734006. The procurement relates to a generic offset printing ink category with no BOQ items listed. The buyer reserves a flexible quantity clause allowing up to 25% increase at contract award and during the currency at contracted rates. Bidders must demonstrate relevant past experience, with proof acceptable as contract copies, client execution certificates, or similar documents. The tender emphasizes prior installations or supply of related products within the last three financial years. This opportunity requires compliance with the option clause and submission of satisfactory performance certificates from previous buyers.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Offset printing ink (category unspecified in BOQ)
- Quantity flexibility: Up to 25% increase at contract placement and during contract currency
- Delivery timing: Delivery period to start from the last date of the original delivery order; extended periods calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, minimum 30 days
- Past project proof: Acceptable documents include contract copies with invoices and bidder self-certification, client execution certificates, or third-party notes
- Experience requirement: Three financial years of supply/installation/commissioning of same or similar category products; alternatives include single order ≥ 35% of estimated bid value, or two orders ≥ 20% each, or three orders ≥ 15% each, with satisfactory performance certificates
- Bunch bids: Category with highest bid value must meet the above experience criterion
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option clause: Quantity may be increased/decreased by up to 25% of bid quantity; further extension possible during currency at contracted rates
- Proof for experience: Accepts multiple documents including contract copies with invoices, execution certificates, or third-party release notes
- Eligibility timing: Criteria apply to preceding 3 financial years up to bid opening; performance certificates must be uploaded
- Delivery and penalties: Not explicitly stated; compliance with option clause and timely delivery expected
- Documentation: Submission of past performance proofs and relevant contracts is required
- EMD and payment terms: Not specified in data; bidders should prepare standard bid security and terms per organization rules
Key Specifications
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Product/service: Offset printing ink
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Quantity flexibility: up to 25% increase during contract
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Delivery period: from last date of original delivery order; extended period formula
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Experience proof: contract copies, client execution certificates, third-party notes
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Eligibility window: preceding 3 financial years with performance certificates
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause permits +/- 25% quantity change at contract and during currency
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Past experience must be demonstrated via contracts, invoices, or client certificates
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Three financial-year window for experience with specific performance criteria
Important Clauses
Delivery Schedule
Delivery starts from the last date of the original delivery order; any extension uses (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period with a minimum of 30 days.
Past Performance Evidence
Acceptable proofs include contract copies with invoices, execution certificates by clients, or third-party inspection notes; performance certificates must accompany bid.
Quantity Variation
Up to 25% increase in bid quantity at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates; extension rules apply as defined.
Bidder Eligibility
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Demonstrated experience in supplying/installation of offset printing ink or similar products within last 3 financial years
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Evidence of contract values meeting thresholds: single order ≥ 35% of estimated bid value, or two orders ≥ 20% each, or three orders ≥ 15% each
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Satisfactory performance certificates from previous buyers for relevant orders
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
20
Category
Offset Printing Ink
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
1
OEM Avg. Turnover
1
Past Performance
50 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Offset Printing Ink (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Jalpaiguri
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Jalpaiguri | Jalpaiguri | - | - | 2 | 15 | - |
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-9938113.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Corrigendum Updates
2 Updates Update
Extended Deadline
03-Oct-2026, 3:30 am
Opening Date
04-Oct-2026, 3:30 am
Update
Extended Deadline
29-Sep-2026, 3:30 am
Opening Date
30-Sep-2026, 3:30 am
Categories
13
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Past performance proofs (contract copies with invoices or execution certificates)
Satisfactory performance certificates from previous buyers
Technical bid documents and supplier qualifications
OEM authorizations or approvals (if applicable)
Financial statements or turnover evidence for last three financial years
Any other documents required by the Indian Army terms and conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about WEST BENGAL tender market
How to bid for offset printing ink tender in Jalpaiguri West Bengal 2026
Bidders must submit past performance proofs, including contract copies with invoices or client execution certificates, plus technical bid documents and OEM authorizations if applicable. Ensure compliance with the 25% quantity option and provide three-year experience evidence with performance certificates from prior buyers.
What documents are required for Indian Army offset ink tender in West Bengal
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, turnover/financial statements for three years, past performance proofs (contracts, invoices, client certificates), technical bid documents, OEM authorizations, and any mandatory city-specific forms as per buyer terms.
What is the experience criterion for offset printing ink suppliers
Experience must be demonstrated for three financial years in supplying or installing similar products. Acceptable proofs include a single order ≥ 35% of estimated bid value, or two orders ≥ 20% each, or three orders ≥ 15% each, with satisfactory performance certificates.
What are delivery terms for Army offset ink procurement in West Bengal
Delivery timing starts from the last date of the original delivery order. If quantity increases, extended delivery uses (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days.
How does the 25% quantity option impact bids for printing ink
The buyer may increase bid quantity by up to 25% at contract award and during the contract currency at contracted rates. The extended delivery period follows the same calculation, ensuring timely fulfillment despite quantity changes.
What performance proofs are accepted for past projects
Acceptable proofs include contract copies with invoices, execution certificates by the client, and third-party inspection release notes. These must demonstrate fulfillment of similar ink supply or installation tasks in prior projects.