Tender Overview
The Indian Council Of Medical Research (ICMR), Department Of Health Research, invites bids for calibration services of medical laboratory instruments at ICMR-NIRT, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The requirement covers a range of micropipettes, refrigerators, data loggers, thermometers, an analytical balance, a refrigerated centrifuge, and related equipment on-site at the Department of Biochemistry, ICMR-NIRT. The list specifies 22 instruments with precise serials and locations, underscoring institutional QA and traceable calibration against NABL expectations. The procurement emphasizes certified calibration for critical lab gear and may include quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract issuance or execution. Bidders should bring prior government/PSU calibration experience, and if MSME/NSIC, must include an EMD exemption certificate. Unique scope includes onsite calibration at a government lab with a diverse instrument mix.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Instruments listed for calibration include: Single Channel Micropipettes (several ranges), Refrigerator Godrej models, Digital Thermo Hygrometers, Analytical Balance (220g/0.1 mg), TZONE Data Logger variants, Remi Refrigerated Centrifuge (9000 RPM), Digital Thermometers, and associated SL Nos. Calibration targets are to ensure ISO/NABL traceability with appropriate reference standards. Documentation requires prior government or renowned private sector calibration experience and adherence to any NABL guidelines. The BOQ shows exact item names, serials, and locations, indicating on-site calibration scope and potential OEM-authorized procedures.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not specified in the data; bidders may need to verify exemption if MSME/NSIC per ATC.
- Experience: must provide Experience Certificate for calibration work performed for Govt/PSU or renowned private organizations, attached to supply/purchase orders.
- Delivery/Timeline: on-site calibration at ICMR-NIRT premises; delivery lead times not enumerated.
- Documentation: mandatory certificates/documents uploaded with bid; ensure all referenced certificates are provided per ATC and corrigenda.
- Quantity clause: option clause allows +/-25% variation in contract quantity or duration at contract issuance and during execution.
- Penalties/Warranty: not detailed; bidders should seek clarification on performance assurances and potential LD clauses.