Tender Title: Honey Testing Lab Equipment

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6141983

Issuing Authority: ICAR ATARI Jabalpur

Department: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

The Honey Testing Lab Equipment tender, reference number GEM/2025/B/6141983, invites eligible bidders to submit their proposals for the procurement of specialized equipment intended for enhancing honey quality testing capabilities. This tender is issued by the ICAR ATARI Jabalpur, under the aegis of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The objective of this procurement is to ensure that laboratories engaged in honey testing have access to state-of-the-art equipment for accurate assessment and quality control of honey products.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary focus of this tender is to supply a range of honey testing lab equipment capable of conducting various analytical tests. The objectives include:

• To equip the laboratories with reliable testing instruments.
• To enhance the accuracy and efficiency of honey quality assessments.
• To ensure compliance with national standards for honey quality.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility to participate in this tender is open to all registered entities with proven experience in supplying laboratory equipment. Bidders must demonstrate their capability to fulfill the technical and financial requirements outlined in this document.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the honey testing lab equipment include:

• Required equipment must comply with industry standards.
• Equipment should be capable of conducting physical and chemical analysis relevant to honey quality testing.
• Calibration certificates from recognized authorities must accompany the equipment.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must provide a comprehensive financial proposal detailing the costs associated with the supply of the honey testing lab equipment. Additionally, bidders should ensure that their pricing is competitive and includes all applicable taxes and fees.

Document Submission Details

Bids must be submitted electronically through the specified platform. All documents relevant to the tender submission must be prepared in the required formats and uploaded before the closure of the submission period.

Special Provisions

The tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and provides specific benefits to startups, promoting inclusivity and fostering entrepreneurial growth within the sector.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will consist of two stages: technical evaluation followed by financial assessment. Bidders must meet the technical specifications to proceed to the financial review. The contract will be awarded to the bidder who demonstrates the best value proposition based on the evaluation criteria.

Delivery Locations

Successful bidders will be required to deliver the honey testing lab equipment to designated locations as specified by the ICAR ATARI Jabalpur.

Contact Information

For any queries related to this tender, bidders are encouraged to reach out to the official contact point within the ICAR ATARI Jabalpur.

Participating in this tender presents an exciting opportunity for suppliers specializing in laboratory equipment to contribute to the improvement of honey testing standards and protocols in India. We look forward to receiving proposals that not only meet the requirements set forth in this document but also demonstrate innovation and commitment to quality.