Tender Title: Material Testing Equipment for Civil Lab

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6169700

Issuing Authority: Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises

The Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises seeks proposals for the procurement of high-quality Material Testing Equipment for Civil Lab. This tender includes a variety of essential testing devices crucial for civil engineering applications. The primary focus is on ensuring compliance with national and international standards for construction materials testing.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The objective of this tender is to supply Material Testing Equipment tailored for civil laboratories. The scope encompasses various types of machinery including:

• Cube Testing Machine (1500 kN) - Essential for testing the compressive strength of concrete cubes.
• Cast Iron Cube Moulds (Three Gang) - Required for mold construction of concrete cubes.
• Slump Test Set (BS and ASTM C) - Important for measuring the workability and consistency of fresh concrete.

Bidders are expected to provide complete specifications, technical details, and sample units that comply with current quality standards.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for bidders include:

• Registration as a legal entity within the country.
• Past experience in supplying comparable Material Testing Equipment, with documented references.
• Technical capability to support and demonstrate supplied products.

Technical Requirements

Proposals must demonstrate compliance with the following technical requirements:

• Adherence to the relevant national and international standards (BS, ASTM).
• The Cube Testing Machines should have a capacity of 1500 kN.
• Moulds should be made of high-quality cast iron with durability in mind.
• The slump cone set should include all necessary accessories such as the base plate, steel rule, tamping rod, and funnel.

Financial Requirements

Bidders should include detailed pricing structures covering:

• Unit costs for each specified type of equipment.
• Any applicable taxes or additional costs.
• Payment terms that clearly outline milestones and conditions for payment release.

Document Submission Details

All proposals must be submitted electronically along with any mandatory documentation specified in the tender documentation. Documents must be in PDF or other accepted formats as indicated in the official submission guidelines.

Special Provisions

Special provisions under this tender favor Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSEs). MSEs are encouraged to participate, as they may receive preferential consideration during the evaluation process.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation will follow a two-stage process:

1. Technical Evaluation: Assessment of bids based on compliance with technical specifications.
2. Financial Evaluation: Review of financial quotations for feasibility and competitiveness.

Bids will not only be evaluated against stated requirements but will also be subjected to a comparative analysis based on price competitiveness.

Delivery Locations

Successful vendors will be required to deliver the Material Testing Equipment to designated locations as specified by the Ministry within the stipulated time frame, ensuring proper compliance with government protocols.

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding the tender specifications, please refer to the Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises' official communication channels.

This tender offers a unique opportunity for vendors capable of providing reliable and quality Material Testing Equipment essential for advancing civil engineering standards in laboratories across the nation.