Directorate Of Health And Family Welfare Services Karnataka Vision Testing Equipment Tender 2025

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Directorate Of Health And Family Welfare Services under the Health and Family Welfare Department Karnataka for a broad spectrum of ophthalmic test equipment and accessories. The procurement includes Dist Vision log MAR Charts, Near Vision charts, trial lens sets, LED light boxes, trial frames (including paediatric variants), occluders, prismatic spectacles, magnifiers, NOIR filters, pocket magnifiers, and related accessories across 41 BOQ items. The catalog highlights imported and India-made components, including USA-manufactured trial frames and EL/LED lighting for visual acuity testing, with a strong emphasis on complete diagnostic kit availability. The tender documents indicate a flexible quantity clause (up to 25%) and a defined delivery period linked to the order schedule. Unique aspects include a mix of high-precision visual acuity tools and educational aids aimed at comprehensive vision assessment. The procurement highlights a diverse product category spanning diagnostic charts, frames, lenses, magnification aids, and test materials suitable for clinical use in Karnataka.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: Dist Vision log MAR Chart sets, Near vision log MAR charts, continuous test English charts, hiding Heidi contrast charts, trial lens sets, light boxes/LEDs for VA tests, universal trial frames (USA), paediatric trial frames (elastic PD, fixed PD), trial lens holders, occluders, prismatic spectacles (5D–24D, 8D–20D, 16D–24D), various magnifiers (hand, dome, stand), NOIR filters and pocket magnifiers, reading stands, signature guides.
• Notable items from title include A3 size light box and imported trial frames; items cover both diagnostic display and manipulation hardware.
• BOQ scope comprises 41 items; exact quantities and units are not disclosed in the available data, indicating a broad equipment list rather than a single SKU.
• Standards/quality: Explicit standards are not listed; however, product variety implies conformance to ophthalmic equipment quality norms typical for clinical settings. Delivery terms allow up to 25% quantity variation and extended delivery windows with a calculated schedule.
• Delivery/installation: The buyer-specified option clause governs delivery time extension calculations and contingencies over the contract period.
• Experience/eligibility hints: The range of items suggests suppliers with capability in ophthalmic diagnostics, medical devices, and import-led equipment delivery.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should verify in the full tender terms.
• Delivery: Optional quantity extension up to 25% during contract execution; extension time calculated as (additional quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a 30-day minimum.
• Payment: Standard terms not specified; bidders should review the ATC/terms document for payment milestones.
• Documents required: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, vendor certifications, OEM authorizations, and technical bid documents as indicated in the T&C.
• Warranty/Penalties: Not specified in the excerpt; check the ATC for warranty and LD provisions.
• Bid scope: 41 items in BOQ; product categories include diagnostic charts, lenses, trial frames, magnifiers, and related testing aids.