Tender Overview
The opportunity is issued by the National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (Department of Space) for the supply of a Digital Mass Flow Meter in the CHITTOOR district of Andhra Pradesh. Although no BOQ items or exact quantities are listed, the tender confirms a goods-only scope with an option clause allowing ±25% quantity variation during the contract and extended delivery periods. Delivery is to be made to the government research facility at Gadanki-517112, Tirupati District. Bidders should align with GST implications and acknowledge India-based after-sales support for imported products, with OEM authorization required for overseas-sourced items. The inclusion of MSE purchase preference is noted, with conditions tied to manufacturer status and price parity within defined margins. This tender focuses on procurement readiness and adherence to delivery flexibility while maintaining statutory GST compliance and after-sales service prerequisites.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Digital Mass Flow Meter. No explicit technical specs or performance criteria are provided in the tender text. The scope indicates a pure supply of goods with delivery to NARL Gadanki, Andhra Pradesh. Important clauses include the option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% of bid quantity, with delivery timelines scaled accordingly. For imported items, the OEM must have a registered Indian office to provide after-sales service. The tender also references GST considerations and potential price adjustments based on applicable rates. The procurement emphasizes compliance with Indian procurement policies and MSE preference.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Security: Not specified in the data provided, but bidders must adhere to standard EMD practices as per tender terms.
- Delivery: Delivery period mechanics allow a minimum 30-day baseline with extension proportional to quantity changes; site is NARL Gadanki, Andhra Pradesh.
- GST: Bidders must determine GST applicability; reimbursement limited to actuals or prescribed rates.
- OEM/Support: Imported products require an Indian registered office of the OEM or authorized seller for after-sales service.
- Purchase Preference: MSEs eligible if manufacturer of the offered product; price parity within L-1+ margin framework to be considered.