State Bank of India Karat Meter Tender Bidding 2025 in Sagar Madhya Pradesh ISI/AERB Compliant

Tender Overview

State Bank of India invites bids for a Gold Purity Testing Meter (Karat Meter V2) in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, 470001 under the Department of Financial Services. The scope includes supply, installation and on-site demonstration, with option to adjust quantity by up to 25% during and after contract. The bid includes a flexible delivery timeline linked to the original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days. Bidders must ensure the OEM is Make in India and carries an AERB certificate in the OEM name. This procurement emphasizes on-site training, free installation at SBI locations, and a capable service network.

• Organization: State Bank of India
• Product/Service: Gold purity testing meter (Karat Meter V2)
• Location: SAGAR, MADHYA PRADESH
• Estimated Value/EMD: Not disclosed; option-based quantity adjustments up to 25%.
• Key differentiator: AERB validation, ISO certifications, nationwide service capability, and bank-grade installation support.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• AERB certificate with model number; OEM name on certificate; OEM must be India-based (Make in India).
• Meter must generate comprehensive test reports for both testing samples and gold-loan evaluations; reports stored as printable files with up to three months capacity.
• Supplier must have a Sales & Service network in India for ≥3 years (note: clause mentions Chhattisgarh; aligns with national service).
• Installation and on-site demonstration to SBI branches free of cost; training provided to staff on location.
• Rates to cover supply, installation & demonstration including staff training.
• Mandatory certifications: ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015.
• Must provide PAN India toll-free customer care; no blacklisting in government/private sectors; prior supply of at least 5 units to banks in last 2 years with purchase orders.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Quantity may increase/decrease up to 25% during contract at contracted rates; extended delivery period calculations apply with a minimum of 30 days.
• Valid AERB certificate in OEM name; OEM must be Indian.
• ISO certifications: 45001:2018, 14001:2015, 9001:2015 required from bidder/OEM.
• Demonstrated experience: supply to banks (preferably nationalized) with existing service network; at least 5 units delivered in the last 2 years.
• Installation, demonstration, and staff training included in the bid; region-specific service support must be available.
• Bidder must not be blacklisted; provide proof of previous supply orders and OEM authorization where applicable.