Tender Title: 24ebb8cbf
Issuing Authority/Department: Health and Family Welfare Department Karnataka

Scope of Work and Objectives

The Health and Family Welfare Department Karnataka is inviting bids for the procurement of various laboratory equipment, specifically a Refrigerated Centrifuge for General and Research Purposes, Polarimeters, Karl Fischer Titrators, and Digital Butyro Refractometers for Dairy Products. The primary goal is to enhance laboratory capabilities for health and research purposes, ensuring the availability of high-quality equipment that meets the stringent standards required for effective research and diagnostics.

The tender encompasses a total quantity of seven equipment pieces that will serve critical roles in laboratory operations. Each piece of equipment must fulfill specific technical requirements to ensure quality, precision, and reliability in laboratory results.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible bidders must be registered entities with valid certifications in the field of laboratory equipment. Manufacturers and authorized dealers are encouraged to apply. Bidders should demonstrate a history of supplying similar equipment to government or private entities and must comply with all applicable local procurement regulations.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the laboratory equipment include:

• Refrigerated Centrifuge: Must have temperature control capabilities, suitable for various sample types, with a minimum capacity of 4 x 1000 ml.
• Polarimeter: Should measure optical rotation with precision and include features for the easy utilization of data analysis.
• Karl Fischer Titrator: Requires an automatic titration system for moisture content analysis with high accuracy.
• Digital Butyro Refractometer: Must be capable of measuring the fat content in dairy products accurately and demonstrate ease of use.

All technical specifications must align with industry standards and be supported by relevant certifications.

Financial Requirements

Bidders should provide detailed financial statements demonstrating their fiscal stability and ability to fulfill order requirements. Pricing proposals must reflect competitive market rates and must include all applicable taxes, duties, and fees. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is mandatory, the details of which will be shared during the tender submission process.

Document Submission Details

Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the designated procurement platform. All submissions must include:

• Technical proposals
• Financial proposals
• Required certificates and company profiles.

Incomplete submissions or proposals lacking required documents may lead to disqualification.

Special Provisions

The procurement process includes special provisions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups, providing them with preferential treatment in evaluations, thereby encouraging participation from a diverse range of suppliers.

Evaluation Process

Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, compliance with specifications, pricing considerations, and past performance history. The detailed criteria will include quality standards, adherence to local content procurement rules, and manufacturer reliability.

Delivery Locations

Successful bidders will be required to deliver the equipment to designated locations specified by the Health and Family Welfare Department. Delivery timelines will be defined post-award.

Contact Information

For further inquiries regarding this tender, bidders can reach the Health and Family Welfare Department through the official communication channels available on the procurement platform.

The tender submission is a significant opportunity for suppliers of laboratory equipment to contribute to the advancement of healthcare and research in Karnataka. Interested parties are encouraged to prepare their documentation thoroughly to meet the established criteria and ensure a smooth submission process.