Employees State Insurance Corporation Ophthalmic Surgical Knife Tender 2026 India keratome paracentesis crescent 1800 pcs
Bid Publish Date
19-Sep-2026, 10:48 am
Bid End Date
10-Oct-2026, 11:00 am
Value
₹60,000
Progress
Tender Overview
Employees State Insurance Corporation invites bids for the ophthalmic surgical knives category with a total quantity 1800 pcs comprising Keratome knife 600 pcs, Paracentesis Knife 600 pcs, and Crescent Knife 600 pcs. Estimated value is ₹60,000. Location details are not specified; product supply is requested on a straightforward supply basis. A unique qualifier is the mandatory advance sample submission for technical evaluation to assess knife quality prior to award. This procurement emphasizes standardized ophthalmic instruments and bulk unit pricing for the three knife types, enabling uniform delivery across contracting hospitals.
Availability of an option clause permits quantity adjustments up to ±25% during contract execution, with delivery timelines tied to the original order’s timeline and extended periods. The bidder must adhere to supply-only terms and provide the complete catalog of knives under a single bid for all three items.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Items: Keratome knife 600 pcs, Paracentesis Knife 600 pcs, Crescent Knife 600 pcs (Total 1800 pcs)
- Delivery: Supply of goods only; advance sample required for technical evaluation
- Evaluation focus: Quality of samples; bulk quantity pricing; conformity to ophthalmic instrument norms
- Quantity flexibility: Option to increase up to 25% during contract at contracted rates
- Invoicing scope: Bid price to include all cost components; no service scope beyond goods
- Estimated value: ₹60,000; procurement is for standard ophthalmic knives with unit pricing aligned to itemized quantities
- Organization: Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), India
- Related terms: Delivery period begins after the last delivery order date; minimum additional time 30 days if extended
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not disclosed in available data; bidders should anticipate standard EMD submissions per ESIC tender terms
- Delivery: Timelines governed by the original delivery order with option-based adjustments up to 25%
- Sample requirement: Advance sample submission mandatory for technical evaluation
- Scope of supply: Only supply of goods (no installation or services)
- Bid pricing: Inclusive of all components; no hidden charges for the three knife types
- Quantity variation: Up to 25% increase during contract execution at contracted rates
- Warranty/acceptance: Not specified in data; evaluate sample quality during procurement process
- Documentation: Standard supplier documents required for bidding (to be aligned with ESIC terms)
Key Specifications
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- Product names: Keratome knife, Paracentesis Knife, Ccrescent Knife
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- Quantities: 600 pcs each (Total 1800 pcs)
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- Estimated value: ₹60,000
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- Category: Ophthalmic surgical knives; supply-only
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- Quality requirement: Advance sample evaluated for technical compliance
Terms & Conditions
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Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation at contracted rates
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Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; extended time min 30 days
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Advance sample submission required for technical evaluation; quality of sample determines eligibility
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Bid price must include all components; payment terms to be as per ESIC standard (not specified here)
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period aligned to original order; additional time calculated by (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, min 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in provided data; bidders should review ESIC terms in final tender documents
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying ophthalmic instruments
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Financial capability to support procurement of 1800 pcs of knives
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Compliance with standard bidding documents and OEM authorizations if applicable
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1800
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Ophthalmic Surgical knife
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
24 Paraganas South
Delivery Pincodes
700104
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madhab Paul | 700104,ESIC HOSPITAL JOKA, DIAMOND HARBOUR ROAD | 24 Paraganas South | West Bengal | 700104 | 1800 | 15 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9913665.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for prior ophthalmic instrument supply
Financial statements / turnover proof
EMD/Security deposit submission proof
Technical bid documents for ophthalmic knives
OEM authorization / manufacturer authorization (if bidding on behalf of OEM)
Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for ophthalmic knife tender in ESIC India 2026?
Bidders should submit the technical bid with advance sample for evaluation, provide GST, PAN, and OEM authorizations if applicable, and ensure total quantity of 1800 knives (600 each). Include price for all items and comply with the option to increase up to 25% at contracted rates.
What documents are required for ESIC ophthalmic knives bid in 2026?
Required documents include GST registration, PAN card, experience certificates for ophthalmic instruments, financial statements showing turnover, EMD proof, technical bid for knives, and OEM authorization if bidding on behalf of an OEM. Ensure submission aligns with bidder eligibility.
What are the exact knife item quantities in this ESIC bid?
Total 1800 knives: 600 Keratome knives, 600 Paracentesis knives, and 600 Crescent knives. The bid must cover all three item types with unit pricing for bulk supply in one consolidated bid.
When will delivery timelines apply for ESIC ophthalmic knife supply?
Delivery periods begin from the last date of the original delivery order. If the quantity is increased during the contract, the extended time is calculated as (increased quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days.
What are the sample submission requirements for ESIC knife tender?
An advance knife sample must be provided for technical evaluation. The quality and conformity of the sample will influence eligibility and bid evaluation, ensuring the goods meet ophthalmic instrument standards before award.
What is the scope of supply for this ESIC procurement?
The scope is strictly the supply of goods—ophthalmic knives. No installation or service commitments are included; the bid must include all costs associated with delivery of 1800 knives.
What is the estimated value and price scope for ESIC knife bid 2026?
Estimated value is ₹60,000 for the full contract. Bidders should present unit pricing that aggregates to this total with three knife types, considering potential ±25% quantity variations at contracted rates.
What standards or certifications apply to ESIC ophthalmic knives bid?
Standards are not explicitly listed in the provided data. Bidders should rely on typical ophthalmic instrument quality norms and seek OEM authorization where required, ensuring overall conformance to hospital procurement expectations.