ICAR DARE UV FILTERS & Protein Skimmer Tender 2025 Rajasthan-like ICAR procurement

Tender Overview

The Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) invites bids for multiple aquatic system components including UV FILTER 40T, UV FILTER 14T, PROTEIN SKIMMER, PP CYLINDER TYPE RAS TANK, and RAS PLUMBING PIPE FITTINGS AND INSTALLATION. Estimated contract value is ₹5,00,000. Location details are unspecified; procurement targets standardized biological or aquaculture facilities managed by ICAR. A key differentiator is the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates, affecting delivery timelines and total order size. The bidder must align with GST obligations and submit required certificates as per T&Cs. An OEM with positive net worth, and a valid service escalation matrix is essential. The award requires performance security via DD to SBI Ernakulam or a PBG as per GeM rules.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category includes UV FILTER 40T, UV FILTER 14T, PROTEIN SKIMMER, PP CYLINDER TYPE RAS TANK, and RAS PLUMBING PIPE FITTINGS AND INSTALLATION.
• No explicit technical specs provided; bidders should rely on BOQ and standard industry practices for aquaculture equipment.
• EMD/Performance security terms: DD in favour of ICAR CMFRI; delivery and service commitments must be compliant with ATC and Corrigendum.
• Escalation matrix for support must be provided by OEM or bidder; GST obligations to be borne by bidder; net worth of OEM must be positive.
• Delivery terms allow extension aligned to option clause; delivery period determined from last date of original DO and extended period.
• Warranty provisions imply dedicated technical service personnel; confirm with ICAR terms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Performance security: DD submission acceptable; DD payable to ICAR CMFRI, SBI Ernakulam; provide scanned copy at award and deliver hard copy within 15 days.
• GST: Bidder to verify applicable GST; reimbursement as per actuals or applicable rate, whichever lower, capped at quoted GST.
• Net worth: OEM must show positive net worth from last audited statement.
• Delivery & variation: Option clause allows ±25% quantity change; delivery schedule adjusted per formula with minimum 30 days extension if needed.
• Escalation & service: Provide escalation matrix; ensure dedicated service personnel post-award; maintain service commitments.
• Documentation: Upload required certificates/documents per tender; ensure compliance with ATC/Corrigendum.