Tender Overview
The Indian Navy (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for a broad catalog of laboratory chemicals and reagents, including acetone, acetonitrile, HPLC grade solvents, acids, bases, indicators, and related items listed under the 2,2,4-Trimethyl Pentane Iso Octane to Nesslers Reagent category. The procurement location is Naval Armament Inspectorate, Naval Station Karanja, Uran Mora Gate, Maharashtra 400704, with delivery/installation at the same facility. A functional service centre within Maharashtra is required, and bidders must establish one within 30 days of award if not already present. The bid emphasizes data sheet alignment, service escalation, and financial standing verification, with a focus on compliance and post-sale support.
Key differentiators include on-site vs carry-in warranty considerations, a mandatory service/support framework, and a consortium option where responsibility remains with a single leader. The procurement scope appears to be across 48 items, with no itemized quantities disclosed. The offer must include a dedicated service line, EMD documentation, and turnover evidence, while ensuring data sheet integrity and End User Certificate alignment for government use.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product categories: Wide range of lab chemicals, reagents, solvents (e.g., HPLC grade water, methanol AR/HPLC grade, acetonitrile, acids like nitric and hydrochloric, bases like potassium hydroxide, indicators such as methyl orange, phenolphthalein, and buffer tablets), and allied items (glass cleaner, silica gel, silicon grease, mineral turpentine oil).
- Data sheet mandatory: Upload product data sheets; ensure parameter alignment with bid documents to avoid rejection.
- Service center: Functional center in the state of each consignee location; establish within 30 days if not existing; payment tied to documentary evidence of center.
- Delivery terms: On-site delivery to Naval Armament Inspectorate, Uran, Maharashtra; installation/commissioning if covered in supply scope.
- Turnover and financials: Minimum average annual turnover for last three years as specified in bid document; provide audited statements or CA certificate.
- Compliance documents: End User Certificate or buyer format as applicable; OEM authorizations and escalation matrix for service support.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD and financial standing: Details not disclosed in overview; bidders must provide turnover evidence and avoid liquidation or bankruptcy status with an uploaded undertaking.
- Consortium rules: Allowable; each member jointly responsible; one leader designated; undertaking to be uploaded.
- Warranty/Support: Carry-in or on-site warranty as applicable; dedicated toll-free support number required; escalation matrix to be provided.
- Delivery address: NAVAL STATION KARANJA, URAN MORA GATE, MAHARASHTRA 400704; delivery/installation terms clearly defined.
- Data documents: GST/PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD submission, technical compliance certificates, OEM authorizations; terms require data sheet alignment.
