Andaman & Nicobar Health Department Point of Care Rapid Test Kits Tender 2026 Dengue Malaria Typhoid MDR 2017

Tender Overview

The Andaman and Nicobar Health Department seeks supply of Point of Care Rapid Test Kits for human use, covering Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid and other diseases. Scope includes packaged test kits, with controls and packaging details, to be supplied as a standalone goods contract. Compliance with national medical device and drug regulations is mandatory, including valid licenses. The tender emphasizes supplier qualifications, including documentation and manufacturer authorization where applicable. A key clause allows a 25% quantity variation during contract execution, with extended delivery timelines calculated proportionally, minimum 30 days. This procurement targets government health program needs across the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Point of Care rapid test kits for human use
• Detection type: Qualitative/rapid testing for multiple pathogens
• Sample type: Blood/serum or as kit specification allows
• Result time: Within the kit’s stated readout period
• Controls: Positive and negative controls provided with each pack
• Tests per pack: As per packaging configuration; residual shelf life to be specified
• Shelf life: Defined by kit documentation; include residual shelf life at delivery
• Certifications: Compliance to Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1940 and Medical Device Rules (MDR) 2017; valid Medical Device license from competent authority
• Documentation: Copy of valid drug license for manufacturing/import; if reseller, license for sale/distribution; PAN and GST; turnover for 2022-23 to 2024-25 (CA certified)
• Manufacturer authorization: OEM authorization required where applicable
• Quality: Material test certificate to accompany supply; lab tests by buyer may determine acceptance
• Delivery scope: Pure supply of goods; installation not required; delivery terms aligned with option clause

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financials: No explicit amount provided in data; bidders must provide standard bid security per ATC terms
• Delivery timeline: Delivery starts after order; option to extend based on quantity variation with minimum 30 days
• Experience/Turnover: Last 3 years turnover details (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25) certified by CA; manufacturer authorization when applicable
• Documents: GST registration, PAN, drug license, MDR compliance, OEM authorization, CA-certified turnover, lab certificates
• Penalties: Lab test results by buyer lab govern acceptance; non-submission triggers rejection
• Other: Bidder must upload all required certificates; scope is supply-only; reseller must provide reseller license if applicable