Health and Family Welfare Department Odisha Tender by National Rural Health Mission (GEM/2025/B/6175791)

Tender Title: Supply of Point of Care Testing (POCT) Equipment

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6175791

Issuing Authority

The Health and Family Welfare Department of Odisha is the official issuer of this tender. The department is charged with enhancing healthcare standards within the region and aims to deliver high-quality medical services.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The purpose of this tender is to procure Point of Care Testing (POCT) Equipment necessary for improving healthcare delivery in various medical facilities. The equipment will facilitate rapid testing at the site of patient care, thereby enhancing diagnostic capabilities and treatment efficiency. The primary objective is to ensure the availability of high-quality testing equipment that meets the operational needs of healthcare providers in Odisha.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible participants must be registered entities that provide medical equipment and have a proven track record of delivering similar products. Interested bidders should demonstrate their experience, technical expertise, and operational capability within the healthcare sector, particularly focusing on POCT equipment.

Technical Requirements

Participants are required to provide details on the specifications of the POCT Equipment, which should include:

• Compatibility with existing medical infrastructure
• Adherence to relevant safety and quality standards
• Detailed product information and warranty details

Financial Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate financial viability by providing audited financial statements for the past three years. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) must also be submitted as part of the bidding process, ensuring commitment to the contract.

Document Submission Details

All documents must be submitted electronically through the designated portal, ensuring compliance with submission formats and deadlines. Bidders must carefully follow the outlined submission process to avoid disqualification.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, providing specific benefits such as price preferences and relaxed technical criteria for eligible bidders. Compliance with 'Make in India' policies is also promoted, prioritizing local manufacturers.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation will be conducted based on predefined criteria, including price competitiveness, technical compliance, and past performance. A comprehensive assessment of the bids will ensure that only the most capable vendors are selected.

Delivery Locations

The POCT Equipment is required to be delivered to various health facilities across Odisha, and successful bidders will need to coordinate logistics accordingly.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, bidders are encouraged to reach out directly through the official communication channels provided in the tender announcement.