Tender Overview
The Procuring Organization is the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute For Medical Sciences And Technology (SCTIMST), operating under the Department Of Science And Technology (DST), inviting bids for a diversified list of biotech consumables and reagents, including tissue culture flask vented cap items, nuclease-free water, syringe-driven filters, and select bioactive compounds such as honokiol and kaempferol, plus molecular biology kits like CDNA synthesis. Location is Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – 695001. Quantity and estimated contract value are not disclosed; the scope appears to cover supply, installation/commissioning, and operator training, with OEM/authorized reseller involvement and on-site delivery terms. Unique elements include a broad category mix and vendor obligations around spares, GST compliance, and post-installation support. The tender emphasizes long-term supply chain reliability, lifecycle spares for at least a decade, and comprehensive documentation alignment with GeM terms. This procurement targets qualified bidders capable of delivering a spectrum of research-grade materials under a single contract, with integration of installation, testing, commissioning, and training responsibilities.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product set includes: tissue culture flask vented cap, nuclease-free water, syringe-driven filters, honokiol, kaempferol, RiboExLs, CDNA synthesis kit, and antibiotic/antimycotic agents.
- No explicit technical specs were provided in the tender data; bidders should map to typical biosafety and molecular biology standards, ensuring non-end-of-life status with 10+ years residual market life and OEM-certified support.
- The bid requires installation and commissioning by OEM-certified personnel at consignee location, with spare parts available for at least 10 years.
- The scope includes training of operators, statutory clearances if any, and delivery on a FOR Destination basis with unloading borne by supplier.
- Compliance, documentation, and brochure alignment are mandatory to avoid rejection; GST handling is bidder-responsibility, and the invoice must be in the consignee’s name with their GSTIN.
- Option Clause permits quantity fluctuation up to 25% with adjusted delivery time, calculated as (increase/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD and payment terms are not explicitly disclosed in the data; bidders must adhere to GeM terms, including warranty/penalties as applicable by OEM.
- The contract allows supplier to sub-contract via OEM-certified resellers and prohibits assignment without buyer consent.
- GST, invoicing, and post-sale service requirements are highlighted, with a commitment to provide spares and consumables through GeM for the agreed support period.
- The vendor must upload a compliance sheet and product brochure; mismatch in technical parameters may lead to bid rejection.
- Delivery is on FOR Destination basis; unloading charges are borne by the supplier, and payment follows installation/testing completion.
- The phrase “not obsoleted” is emphasized: products must have at least 10 years of market life remaining.
