Geological Survey Of India High End Petrological Polarizing Microscope Tender Chennai Tamil Nadu 2026
Bid Publish Date
29-Oct-2026, 4:42 pm
Bid End Date
19-Nov-2026, 5:00 pm
EMD
₹1,50,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Geological Survey Of India (GSI) invites bids for a High End Petrological Polarizing Microscope to be deployed in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The bid requires installation, commissioning, testing, configuration, and potential training conducted by the OEM or OEM-certified resource. An EMD of ₹150,000 applies. The vendor must provide OEM authorization, with service centers in the consignee state and timely post-warranty support. This procurement emphasizes on-site readiness, OEM-backed support, and a clearly defined service SLA during the warranty period.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: High End Petrological Polarizing Microscope (category captured from tender title)
- Installation/Commissioning: Performed by OEM or OEM-certified resource; includes training if scope warrants
- OEM Authorization: Required with detailed OEM authorizations (name, designation, address, email, phone) accompanying bid
- Service & Support: Functional State Centre in the consignee state; establish centre within 30 days of contract award if not existing
- Warranty & SLA: Dedicated service personnel for timely servicing; adherence to SLA during warranty; post-warranty support considerations
- EMD: ₹150,000; payment terms not specified in tender text but expected with bid
- Delivery/Deployment: On-site installation and commissioning implied; no explicit delivery timeline stated
- Documentation: Proof of service capability and corporate authorization
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Installation/commissioning/training to be carried out by OEM or authorized personnel
- Manufacturer authorization/official OEM certificate required with bidder submission
- Service centre availability in the state of the consignee; if absent, establishment within 30 days of award
- Adequate number of dedicated technical personnel for warranty service as per SLA
- Warranty coverage and timeliness of service requests are mandatory
- Payment release conditioned upon documentary evidence of functional service centre
Key Specifications
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Product: High End Petrological Polarizing Microscope
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EMD: ₹150,000
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Installation/Commissioning: OEM or OEM-certified resource
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Service Centre: Must be functional in consignee state or established within 30 days
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Warranty: SLA-based service with dedicated engineers
Terms & Conditions
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Installation, commissioning, testing, and training by OEM or OEM-certified resource
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OEM authorization form with complete contact details required with bid
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Functional service centre in consignee state; 30-day establishment window
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Dedicated service personnel for warranty period per SLA
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Payment release contingent on submission of evidence of service centre
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment terms are not explicitly detailed; however, EMD of ₹150,000 is required and service centre evidence must be submitted before payment approvals.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery/installation timeline is not explicitly specified; installation and commissioning by OEM-certified personnel are required, with service readiness in the consignee location.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties/LD are not expressly mentioned; SLA adherence during warranty and timely service are expected.
Bidder Eligibility
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Must be OEM-authorized or provide OEM authorization with bidder submission
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Must have or commit to establishing a functional service centre in Tamil Nadu
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Proven capability to perform installation, commissioning, testing, and training by OEM-certified personnel
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
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
Yes
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
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
25
OEM Avg. Turnover
200
Past Performance
80 %
Warranty Period
15 years
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
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
HIGH END PETROLOGICAL POLARIZING MICROSCOPE
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
38
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Chennai
Delivery Pincodes
600032
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vairavan Rajavellayappan | 600032,36-39J l N road | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600032 | 1 | 15 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-10018311.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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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
PAN card
OEM authorization certificate or manufacturer authorization details
Proof of functional/service centre in the consignee state (or plan to establish within 30 days)
Company profile and experience in similar microscopy equipment supply
Financial statements or solvency certificate
Any prior maintenance/service SLAs and support capabilities
Technical bid documents demonstrating capability for installation and training
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for the petrological microscope tender in Chennai Tamil Nadu 2026?
Bidders must submit OEM authorization, GST, PAN, and financial docs along with technical bid. Ensure a functional service centre in Tamil Nadu or a plan to establish within 30 days of award. Installation and training must be by OEM-certified personnel; EMD is ₹150,000.
What documents are required for GSI high end microscope procurement in Chennai?
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, OEM authorization, proof of service centre in Tamil Nadu, company profile, financial statements, prior experience in similar equipment, and technical compliance certificates demonstrating installation capability.
What installation and warranty terms govern the GSI polarizing microscope tender?
Installation, commissioning, testing, and potential training must be performed by OEM or OEM-certified personnel. Warranty requires dedicated service engineers and adherence to SLA. Service centre evidence is required before payment release.
What is the EMD amount for this GSI microscope bid in Chennai?
The EMD amount is ₹150,000. Bid submissions must include evidence of the EMD payment along with OEM authorization and other mandatory documents to participate.
When will service support be available for the awarded microscope contract?
A functional service centre must exist in Tamil Nadu or be established within 30 days of contract award. Post-award, service times must align with the SLA requirements reflected in the ATC terms.
What are the key eligibility criteria for the GSI procurement of a petrological microscope?
Eligibility includes OEM authorization, capability to perform installation by OEM-certified personnel, existence or rapid establishment of a Tamil Nadu service centre, and financial/technical capacity evidenced by prior experience with similar instruments.
Are ISI/IS standards required for the petrological microscope procurement?
Tender references standard compliance implicitly via OEM and service capability; explicit ISI or IS standards are not stated. Vendors should demonstrate equipment compliance and post-sale service readiness in line with government procurement norms.
What is the expected scope of training for the microscope installation?
Training, if included in scope, is delivered by OEM-certified personnel and covers operation, calibration, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Ensure training plans are included in the technical bid and aligned with the OEM's capabilities.