Indian Air Force Microbial Fuel Test Kit Tender Andaman & Nicobar 2026 Storage 2-22 C 1-Year Warranty
Bid Publish Date
11-Sep-2026, 11:55 am
Bid End Date
25-Sep-2026, 11:00 am
Location
Progress
RATender Overview
The Indian Air Force invites bids for the supply of a Microbial Fuel Test Kit (Q3) to a remote island location at AIR FORCE STATION CARNICOBAR, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The bid scope is strictly for the sale and delivery of goods to the consignee address, with installation/commissioning not specified in scope. The ATC notes a minimum 1-year storage life at 2-22°C and emphasizes challenging logistics due to island remoteness, requiring careful pricing. The emphasis on a dedicated after-sales network within India and OEM warranty documentation differentiates this tender from standard supply bids.
- Organization: Indian Air Force
- Product: Microbial Fuel Test Kit
- Location: Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Delivery: To SLO 37WG AIR FORCE STATION, CARNICOBAR
- Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance or commissioning
- Special notes: remote island logistics and site-specific storage condition (2-22°C)
- Scope: supply of goods only, with OEM warranty certificates required at delivery
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Microbial Fuel Test Kit (Q3)
- Storage life: minimum 1 year at 2–22°C as per ATC
- Delivery address: SLO 37WG AIR FORCE STATION, CARNICOBAR, ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS 744301
- Packaging and conditioning: ensure suitability for remote island logistics; detailed device-level specs not provided in data
- Post-sale support: required Installation/Training/maintenance capability within India; service centers near consignee locations to be uploaded
- Documentation: OEM warranty certificates to accompany delivery; signed ATC acceptance required
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Delivery scope: Supply of Goods only; no installation/commissioning unless stated elsewhere
- Warranty: 1 year warranty period from final acceptance; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery
- After-sales: must have established service network in India; list service centers near consignee
- Financial standing: bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; upload an undertaking
- Logistics note: island location with limited transport from Port Blair; bid should reflect island-delivery pricing
- Storage clause: kit stored at 2-22°C for up to 1 year; ensure packaging stability
- Submission nuance: upload past performance documents in the correct tab; avoid generic documents
Key Specifications
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Product: Microbial Fuel Test Kit (Q3)
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Storage life: minimum 1 year
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Storage temperature: 2°C to 22°C
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Delivery location: AIR FORCE STATION, CARNICOBAR, ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS
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Scope: Supply of Goods only (no installation/commissioning assumed in scope)
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Warranty: 1 year from final acceptance or commissioning
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OEM warranty certificates required at delivery
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Service network: established India-based after-sales support with local service centers near consignee
Terms & Conditions
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EMD amount not specified in data; bidders should confirm exact EMD in procurement notice
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Delivery to a remote island with limited transport; price must reflect logistics
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Warranty period of 1 year with OEM certificates due at delivery
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Prices include all costs; payment terms to be confirmed; ensure OEM warranty is provided with delivery
Delivery Schedule
Delivery to the specified AIR FORCE STATION; consider ica island transit times; no explicit timeline provided
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated; evaluate tender terms for LD/penalties in case of delay or non-conformance
Bidder Eligibility
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Not under liquidation, bankruptcy, or similar proceedings
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Experience in supplying similar test kits or related equipment
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Demonstrated Indian-based after-sales service capability and OEM support
Reverse Auction Schedule
Start
08-Oct-2026, 10:00 am
End
09-Oct-2026, 10:00 am
Duration: 24 hours
Reverse Auction Document
✅ RA concluded. Check financial results for final rankings.
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
6
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
50% Lowest Priced Technically Qualified Bidders
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
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Past Performance
30 %
Warranty Period
1 years
Experience Required
2 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
Microbial Fuel Test Kit (Q3)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
45
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
South Andaman
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | South Andaman | South Andaman | - | - | 6 | 45 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9879669.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 similar supply of test kits or related equipment
Financial statements or solvency certificate
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as applicable)
Technical bid documents and product specifications
OEM authorizations or authorized distributor certificate
Warranty certificates from OEM
Past performance details uploaded in the designated window
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDAMAN & NICOBAR tender market
How to bid for the microbial fuel test kit tender in Andaman Islands
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, and financial statements, plus OEM authorization and warranty certificates. The scope is supply-only, with a 1-year OEM-backed warranty. Ensure past performance documents are uploaded in the past performance tab, and account for remote island logistics in pricing.
What documents are required for the IAF test kit procurement in 2026
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for similar supplies, financial statements, EMD documentation, OEM authorization, technical compliance, and OEM warranty certificates. Past performance should be uploaded under the correct tab; avoid generic submissions.
What are the storage requirements for the microbial test kit
The kit must have a minimum storage life of 1 year and remain within 2°C to 22°C. Packaging must withstand remote island transport; confirm with OEM for shelf-stability and transport conditions.
When is the delivery to AIR FORCE STATION CARNICOBAR due
Delivery is to the specified remote address in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Transportation challenges are noted; bidders should price logistics accordingly and confirm delivery lead times during bid submission.
What warranty is required for the microbial test kit
A 1-year warranty from final acceptance or after commissioning, with OEM warranty certificates provided at delivery. The vendor must establish service centers in India for after-sales support.
What are the post-sales service requirements for this bid
Vendors must have an established India-based installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance capability; provide service center details near consignee and ensure timely after-sales support.