Tender Title: Supply of Answer Books/Booklets for Examinations
Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6174428
Issuing Authority: Education Department, Bihar

Scope of Work and Objectives

The Education Department of Bihar invites bids for the provision of Answer Books/Booklets for Examinations. The scope of this tender encompasses the design, printing, and timely delivery of 3,000,000 answer books/booklets for various examinations conducted by the department. The objective is to ensure that the examinations are conducted smoothly and efficiently, with the necessary materials provided to students and examination centers across Bihar.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to participate in this tender, bidders must be duly registered as an entity and possess the capacity to fulfill the contractual obligations. Further requirements include experience in supplying educational materials, particularly answer books/booklets, and compliance with any specific industry standards set forth by the Education Department.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the answer books/booklets include:

• A clear and durable cover and pages suitable for writing.
• Compliance with size specifications provided by the department.
• Water-resistant and tear-proof materials.
• Secure binding to withstand handling during examinations.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to provide a comprehensive financial proposal detailing the costs of production, delivery, and other associated charges. Moreover, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) will be mandatory to ensure serious intentions to fulfill the contract obligations.

Document Submission Details

All documents should be submitted electronically through the specified online platform. Bidders must ensure that their proposals are accompanied by relevant certifications, including:

• Proof of registration as a business entity.
• Certificates of compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Financial statements for the past fiscal years.

Special Provisions

The tender encourages submissions from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, providing them with advantages in the evaluation process. This initiative aims to promote local businesses and enhance participation from emerging companies. Bidders claiming MSE status must include relevant documentation with their proposal.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation will be carried out based on various criteria, including:

• Cost-effectiveness of the proposal.
• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Quality standards of materials.
• Experience and past performance in similar projects.

Bids will be assessed, and notifications of the results will be communicated to all participants upon completion of the evaluation process.

Delivery Locations

Successful bidders will be required to deliver the finished answer books/booklets to designated educational institutions across Bihar. Specific locations will be provided to the selected bidders.

Contact Information

For any queries related to this tender, bidders are encouraged to reach out to the Education Department, Bihar through the official communication channels provided in the tender document.

This tender represents an exciting opportunity for suppliers specializing in educational materials to contribute to the educational framework of Bihar and support the smooth conduct of examinations.