Tender Title and Reference Number

Tender Title: Consumables for Pre-Owned Equipment GC HS and GC MS
Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6155845

Issuing Authority/Department

This tender is issued by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure consumables for pre-owned equipment applicable to GC High Sensitivity (HS) and GC Mass Spectrometers (MS). The consumables are essential for maintaining and enhancing the operational efficiency of these laboratory instruments, ensuring accurate and reliable results for agricultural research. Detailed specifications and quantity requirements will be elucidated in the tender documents, targeting the immediate needs of agricultural research facilities across the region.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this tender, bidders must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Bidders must be a registered entity and compliant with local procurement regulations.
• Previous experience in supplying consumables to governmental or similar organizations is highly recommended.
• Successful bidders must demonstrate a commitment to quality and timely delivery.

Technical Requirements

All consumables supplied must adhere to the specified technical standards relevant to GC HS and GC MS operations. This includes:

• Compatibility with existing pre-owned equipment.
• High-quality materials that comply with relevant safety and performance standards.
• Detailed technical specifications and quality assurance documentation must accompany the bid.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to submit a financial proposal that should include:

• Pricing breakdown per unit.
• Any conditions applicable to pricing fluctuations.
• Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) will be required as part of the submission, details of which can be found in the tender documents.

Document Submission Details

All proposals must be submitted through the designated platform, ensuring that all necessary documents are uploaded before the closing date. Bidders are advised to thoroughly review submission guidelines outlined in the tender documents.

Special Provisions

The tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, offering additional benefits such as relaxed eligibility criteria and possible price preference in the evaluation process.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will incorporate:

• Compliance with the technical specifications.
• Financial proposals evaluated based on cost-effectiveness.
• Preference will be given to bidders who meet the stringent quality and delivery requirements.

Delivery Locations

All consumables must be delivered to predefined locations as indicated in the tender documents. Bidders should ensure they are capable of fulfilling delivery requirements within the stipulated time frames.

Contact Information

While specific contact details for queries are not listed in the provided documentation, potential bidders are encouraged to refer to the official website of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) for FAQs and additional assistance regarding this tender.