Tender Title: Customize Laboratory Island Modules
Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6133559
Issuing Authority/Department: Higher and Technical Education Department Maharashtra

The Higher and Technical Education Department Maharashtra is inviting bids for the procurement of Customize Laboratory Island Modules. This tender aims to enhance laboratory facilities in educational institutions, ensuring state-of-the-art resources are available for both teaching and research activities. The scope of work includes the provision, installation, and commissioning of laboratory island modules tailored to the specific needs of the institutions.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure Customize Laboratory Island Modules that provide flexible workspace solutions. These modules should be designed to accommodate various laboratory functionalities while ensuring safety and efficiency. Bidders are expected to demonstrate how their proposed solutions can meet the diverse needs of users in educational laboratories, including features such as mobility, reconfigurability, and integrated utilities.

Eligibility Criteria

For bidders to qualify for this tender, they must be registered entities with experience in manufacturing or supplying laboratory furniture or similar modular systems. Bidders should provide proof of their technical and financial capacity to undertake the project. Compliance with any relevant local and national regulations is also a prerequisite for eligibility.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include the following:

• The modules must comply with the highest safety standards.
• Materials used should be durable, easy to clean, and resistant to common laboratory chemicals.
• Technical specifications must include adjustable heights, accommodating various user needs.
• Proposals must detail the design, ensuring ergonomic use and effective space utilization.

Financial Requirements

Financial requirements entail providing a detailed pricing proposal, including breakdowns for materials, labor, installation, and any additional services. The submitted financial documents must align with the project scope, demonstrating transparency and competitiveness.

Document Submission Details

All bids must be submitted electronically through the designated e-procurement platform. Bidders are required to include the necessary documentation, which must include:

• Relevant certificates and financial statements
• Detailed project proposal
• Compliance with technical specifications and safety standards

Special Provisions

The tender offers benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and provisions for startups are encouraged. Bidders must highlight how they can contribute to local economic development, particularly in alignment with government initiatives to promote domestic manufacturing through 'Make in India' policies.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will follow a two-stage process. Initially, technical proposals will be assessed to ensure they meet the established criteria. Subsequently, financial bids will be ranked based on price and value for money. The department reserves the right to negotiate terms with the highest-scoring bidders.

Delivery Locations

Successful bidders will be required to deliver and install the laboratory modules at specified educational institutions across Maharashtra. Delivery timelines and logistics will be established at the time of contract signing.

Contact Information

While direct contact information is not provided in the tender documentation, inquiries should be directed through the appropriate channels available on the e-procurement platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for bidders with expertise in laboratory furnishings. All interested parties are encouraged to thoroughly review the requirements and submit comprehensive proposals to support the development of educational facilities in Maharashtra.