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Sainik School Sangathan Aluminium Lab Supplies Tender Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 2025

Bid Publish Date

04-Nov-2025, 10:27 pm

Bid End Date

15-Nov-2025, 6:00 pm

Bid Opening Date

15-Nov-2025, 6:30 pm

Value

₹32,000

Progress

Issue04-Nov-2025, 10:27 pm
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Quantity

141

Category

Aluminium nitrate

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Categories 14

Tender Overview

Organization: Sainik School Sangathan, under the Department Of Defence, invites bids for an assortment of laboratory chemicals and equipment including aluminium nitrate, aluminium sulphate, ammonium sulphate, acetone, acetaldehyde, litmus solution, Fehling reagents, FeS4 salts, filter papers, glassware, and gas regulators. The project scope covers 33 items with an estimated value of ₹32,000 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695001. The tender signals a multi-item lab supply package with potential quantity adjustments via the option clause, emphasizing timely delivery and compliance with safe handling norms. Unique aspect: broad chemical/lab inventory under a single procurement call.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • No explicit performance or technical specifications provided; the BOQ lists 33 items across basic laboratory consumables and apparatus, implying standard supplier readiness for common lab reagents, papers, glassware, and minor equipment.
  • Items span chemical reagents (e.g., aluminium nitrate, ammonium chloride, barium nitrate, zinc salts), inorganic acids (e.g., sulphuric acid), and lab hardware (e.g., electronic balance, dropper with bulb, Bunsen burner, gas regulators).
  • The absence of specified standards suggests bidders should rely on standard quality lab-grade equivalents and OEM authorizations where applicable; delivery terms are governed by the option clause and extended delivery logic described in the terms.

Terms & Eligibility

  • EMD: amount not specified in the data; bidders should prepare to submit as per standard tender practice.
  • Delivery terms include an option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% of bid quantity at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
  • Delivery period adjustments are calculated as (Additional quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; extended durations may apply during option exercise. Bidders must comply with these terms for contract execution.

Key Specifications

  • Product/service names: aluminium nitrate, aluminium sulphate, ammonium sulphate, ammonium carbonate, ammonium chloride, acetone, acetaldehyde, Nessler's reagent, barium chloride, barium nitrate, Benedict's reagent, fructose, ferrous sulphide, Whatman filter paper, litmus solution (blue), Fehling solution A & B, ferrous ammonium sulphate, strontium nitrate, sulphuric acid, zinc chloride, zinc sulphate, lab gas passing tubes, electronic balance, glass rodding, dropper with bulb, LPG regulators, Bunsen burner, LPG tubes, test tubes, lamp lighters, reusable gloves, Fevicol/Fevicoal

  • Quantities: 33 items listed in BOQ; exact quantities not disclosed

  • Estimated value: ₹32,000

  • Delivery location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala (695001)

  • Experience: Not explicitly specified; bidders should demonstrate capability to supply standard laboratory chemicals and equipment

Terms & Conditions

  • Option to modify quantity by up to 25% during contract and currency

  • Delivery timeline calculated with minimum 30 days extended period

  • EMD amount not disclosed in tender data; bidders must prepare per standard practice

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not disclosed; typical tenders require advance or milestone payments per contract, with final payment on delivery

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period adjusts based on the option clause; minimum extension is 30 days when increasing quantity

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified; implied adherence to delivery timelines under option clause

Bidder Eligibility

  • Proven experience supplying laboratory chemicals and basic lab equipment to educational or defence-related institutions

  • GST registration and PAN card active

  • OEM authorizations or authorized distributorship for key items (where applicable)

Bill of Quantities (BOQ) 33 Items

Item # Title Description Quantity Unit Consignee Delivery (Days)
1 Aluminium nitrate Crystalline 500 gm bottle 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
2 Aluminium Sulphate White Crystalline Powder 500 gm pack 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
3 Ammonium sulphate white Crystalline Powde 500 gm pack 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
4 Ammonium carbonate white Crystalline Powder 500 gm pack 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
5 Ammoinium chloride white Crystalline 500 gm pack 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
6 Acetone Colorless, volatile liquid solvent in 500 ml bottle 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
7 Acetaldehyde Colorless, volatile liquid solvent in 500 ml bottle 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
8 Nessler s reagent 125 ml solution used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
9 Barium Chloride white Crystalline Powder 500 gm pack 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
10 Barium nitrate white Crystalline Powder 500 gm pack 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
11 Benedicts reagent 500 ml solution used for detecting reducing sugars 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
12 Fructose Crystalline 500 gm pack 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
13 Ferrous sulphide 1 kg of high quality sticks 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
14 Whatman filter paper 56 by 71 cm SHEETS 5 nos qm.sskzm 15
15 Litmus Solution blue colour 125 ml blue color solution 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
16 Fehling solution A 500 ml laboratory reagent 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
17 Fehling solution B 500 ml laboratory reagent 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
18 Ferrous Ammonium Sulphate Light green color crystaline 500gm pack 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
19 Strontium nitrate white Crystalline Powder 500 gm pack 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
20 Sulphuric acid 500 ml laboratory grade 98 percentage 10 nos qm.sskzm 15
21 Zinc chloride White Crystalline 500 gm pack 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
22 Zinc sulphate White Crystalline 500 gm pack 1 nos qm.sskzm 15
23 Gas passing tube for laboratory Borosilicate Glass Transparent Gass passing tube ia used on school laboratory 5 nos qm.sskzm 15
24 Electronic balance after point- three digit (0.000gm) Capacity 600 gm Accuracy 0.01gm (10mg) 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
25 Glass roddings size 8 inch 10 nos qm.sskzm 15
26 Dropper with bulb Size-6 inch glass tube rubber bulb 10 nos qm.sskzm 15
27 LPG Gas regulator Suitable for Indane Bharat Gas and HP Gas Cylinders 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
28 Bunsen burner Adjustable air regulator control brass fitting Height 12 to 15 cm Base Diameter 7 to 10 cm 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
29 LPG Gas tube Steel Web Braided Hose with 2 Metal Clamps 1.5 mtr length 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
30 Test tube borocilicate 15 cm length 50 nos qm.sskzm 15
31 lamp lighter size 80mm plastic case 10 nos qm.sskzm 15
32 Reusable gloves re usable latex hand gloves palm grip free size 2 nos qm.sskzm 15
33 Fevicoal 100 gm 1 nos qm.sskzm 15

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Required Documents

1

GST Registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates for similar laboratory supply projects

4

Financial statements for last 1-2 years

5

EMD/Security deposit documentation (if applicable)

6

Technical bid/technical compliance documents

7

OEM authorizations or distributorship certificates (where applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid for the lab supplies tender in Thiruvananthapuram Kerala 2025?

Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD documents, technical compliance, and OEM authorizations. Ensure the bid covers 33 listed lab items with standard lab-grade quality. Follow the option clause for quantity adjustments up to 25% and prepare delivery timelines with minimum 30 days extension where needed.

What documents are required for the Sainik School procurement bid in Kerala?

Required documents include GST registration, PAN, prior similar project certificates, financial statements, EMD documentation, technical bid, and OEM authorizations. These ensure eligibility for supplying laboratory reagents and equipment listed in the BOQ.

What are the delivery terms for the defence lab procurement in Kerala?

Delivery terms allow quantity changes up to 25% at contract placement and during currency. The extended delivery period uses (Additional quantity / Original quantity) × Original period, with a minimum of 30 days. Suppliers must align with these conditions for timely fulfilment.

Which items are included in the 33-item laboratory catalog for Kerala?

Catalog includes aluminium nitrate, aluminium sulphate, ammonium salts, acetone, Nessler’s reagent, Benedict’s reagents, Whatman filter papers, litmus blue, Fehling reagents, ferric salts, strontium nitrate, sulphuric acid, zinc salts, lab gas regulators, Bunsen burners, glassware and PPE like reusable gloves.

What is the estimated value and its impact on bidding in Thiruvananthapuram?

Estimated contract value is ₹32,000, indicating a small-scale procurement. Bidders should ensure competitive pricing for multiple line items and verify product availability for timely delivery given the modest budget.

Are OEM authorizations mandatory for this Kerala lab tender?

OEM authorizations or distributorship certificates are recommended to demonstrate capability to supply critical reagents and equipment; ensure compliance for items that require brand specification and labeling integrity.

What standards or testing references apply to the items?

The tender data lacks explicit standards; bidders should supply standard laboratory-grade equivalents and provide certificates from suppliers confirming quality and compatibility with common lab practices.