By Adv. Gaurav Kumar, Founder, Bid Nexa · Live figures from state e-procurement portals · General information, not legal advice.
On 7 November 2026, state e-procurement portals tracked by BidNexa listed 34 active stationery tenders across 6 states and UTs, with a median value of ₹5.50 lakh. To win them, meet the product, OEM and certification conditions, price from the BOQ line by line, and avoid the common rejection points below.
Where the demand is right now
| State / UT | Active tenders |
|---|---|
| Madhya Pradesh | 24 |
| Tamil Nadu | 4 |
| Jharkhand | 2 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 2 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 1 |
| Maharashtra | 1 |
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 6 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Who is buying
| Buying office | Active tenders |
|---|---|
| Department of Higher Education (Madhya Pradesh) | 11 |
| Directorate Urban Administration and Development (Madhya Pradesh) | 4 |
| Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services (Madhya Pradesh) | 2 |
| Director Department Basic Education(Camp Office) (Uttar Pradesh) | 2 |
| HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (Jammu and Kashmir) | 1 |
| Directorate of Health Services (Madhya Pradesh) | 1 |
| High Court of Madhya Pradesh (Madhya Pradesh) | 1 |
| Maharaja Chhatrasal Bundelkhand University (Madhya Pradesh) | 1 |
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 6 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Values and EMD seen
Median value ₹5.50 lakh; range ₹1.05 lakh to ₹25 lakh. EMD from ₹2,100 to ₹2.18 crore. Eligible MSEs may be exempt from EMD where the tender allows. Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 6 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Eligibility you will usually need
- Manufacturer, or dealer with OEM authorisation, as the tender allows
- Past supplies of similar items within the period the tender sets
- Average annual turnover at the level the tender sets
- Product certifications named in the specification
- Warranty and after-sales support capacity
Licences and certificates
- GST registration and trade licence
- Manufacturer or dealer authorisation, where asked
- BIS or other standards for paper or items, where specified
- Samples, if the tender asks for them
Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Pricing tip for stationery
Stationery tenders are price-sensitive. Your margin often comes from delivery efficiency, so check the delivery points first.
Why stationery bids get rejected
- Quoted model does not meet one line of the technical specification
- OEM authorisation missing or not in the given format
- Product certificate expired or not covering the quoted model
- EMD or its exemption proof missing
- Price bid uploaded in the wrong template or with taxes shown wrongly
Frequently asked questions
How can a small business win stationery tenders?
Stationery tenders suit small businesses because the items are standard. Register on the right portals, check delivery terms and price carefully against the specification. MSE benefits may apply in some tenders. Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Where are stationery tenders published?
State departments publish on their state e-procurement portals, central offices on CPPP (eprocure.gov.in), and many goods and services are bought on GeM. The tender notice names the portal and the buyer.
Can BidNexa help with stationery tenders?
Yes. Bid Nexa checks eligibility, prepares documents and reviews your bid before you submit it yourself. We are independent and not affiliated with any portal or buyer.
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