Banaras Hindu University Biomedical Equipment Tender Varansi UP Automated Systems 2026

Tender Overview

Banaras Hindu University invites bids for multiple automated medical systems including Maldi-TOF mass spectrometry-based identification, automated blood culture, multiplex PCR, automated immunoassay, and automated ID & antibiotic susceptibility systems. The procurement is domiciled in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001 with an estimated contract value disclosed via tender channels. A single EMD of ₹70,000 applies, signaling a mid-range project scope. The Buyer reserves a 25% quantity variation during both initial and currency periods, at contracted rates, enabling responsive scaling to demand. An inland LC arrangement supports the 100% order value payment structure, with staged payments aligned to shipping documents and installation milestones. Unique terms emphasize post-installation commissioning as a prerequisite for final 25% payment and a 3% performance security in bank guarantees valid through the warranty period. The BOQ contains five items, though specific quantities are not disclosed in the available data, indicating a broad hardware/software package.

• Organization: Banaras Hindu University (Department of Higher Education)
• Location: Varansi, Uttar Pradesh
• Category: Maldi-TOF MS-based system, Automated Blood Culture System, Automated Multiplex PCR System, Automated Immunoassay Analyzer, Automated Identification & Antibiotic Susceptibility System
• EMD: ₹70,000; Delivery/Installation milestones tied to payment terms
• Key differentiator: option to increase quantity by up to 25%; Inland LC with staged payment and 3% performance security

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Payment terms: Inland Letter of Credit for 100% order value; 75% payment on presentation of shipping documents; 25% after satisfactory installation and commissioning; bank guarantee of 3% of total order value through warranty period
• Payment method update: offline LC with bulk updates via GeM
• Delivery scope: installation and commissioning of automated diagnostic systems; last-mile delivery within contracted timeline with option-based quantity adjustments
• Emphasis on compliance: bidder must demonstrate capability for complex integrated biomedical systems; no explicit technical specs provided in data
• Bid security: EMD of ₹70,000; ensure financial standing to avoid liquidation or bankruptcy risks
• Contract flexibility: 25% quantity variation allowed during both initial and currency periods; extended delivery time rules based on the option clause

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹70,000; submission as per terms; checks for liquidation or insolvency
• Delivery timeline: defined via delivery period linked to original and extended periods; option-based increments
• Payment terms: as detailed above; 3% performance security via bank guarantee until warranty completion
• Documents required: GST registration, PAN, financial statements, experience certificates, OEM authorizations, installation certificates
• Warranty & penalties: warranty period referenced; LD/penalty terms would be specified in formal ATC
• Qualification criteria: bidder must demonstrate financial health and capability to install complex automated medical devices; no explicit year/turnover figures provided in data