BHEL Absorbent Cotton for Medical Use Tender IS 16468 Conforming to MDR 2017 2026

Tender Overview

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) invites bids for Absorbent Cotton (Sterile and Non-Sterile) for Medical Use, conforming to IS 16468 (Q2). Key product details include sterility, net weight per pack, number of rolls per pack, and residual shelf life. The tender requires compliance with the Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1940 and Medical Device Rules (MDR) 2017, with valid medical device licenses. Final delivery terms hinge on advance sample approvals and sample modifications, with 90-day payment after CRAC. Bidders must adhere to GST invoicing in the GeM portal and provide three copies of tax invoices with the contract. This procurement is governed under government medical device procurement norms and includes supplier readiness for bulk manufacturing post-approval.

• Organization: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
• Product: Absorbent Cotton for Medical Use (Sterile & Non-Sterile)
• Standards: IS 16468 (Q2), MDR 2017, Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1940
• Location: India (tender in GeM portal) and nationwide supply scope
• Special terms: advance sample approval, 7-day sample submission, potential delivery schedule adjustments for delays
• Payment: 90 days from CRAC; GST-compliant invoicing

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Absorbent Cotton for Medical Use (Sterile and Non-Sterile)
• Standards: IS 16468 (Q2); MDR 2017 amendments; compliant with Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940
• Certification: Availability of valid medical device license/registration from competent authority
• Key measurements: Net weight per pack (grams); number of rolls per pack; residual shelf life remaining
• Sterility: Confirmed sterility for sterile variants; non-sterile variants labeled accordingly
• Packaging/Branding: Packaging to safeguard sterility and shelf life; packaging format per purchase order
• Pricing/Delivery: Bulk supply post-approval; timeline adjusted if sample approvals delayed; samples supplied free of cost during testing
• Invoices: GST-compliant invoices; advance samples required prior to bulk manufacturing

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• GST invoice requirements: Upload scanned GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation on GeM
• Advance sample: Submit 2 samples within 7 days of award; buyer approves or lists modifications within 7 days
• Delivery impact: If buyer delays sample approval, delivery period is reset without LD for the delay
• Quality deviation: Major deviations may lead to fresh samples or contract termination
• Payment terms: 90 days after CRAC and online submission of bills; three copies of tax invoices with seal and contract
• Licensing: Medical device license/registration required for product
• Documentation: GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD/Security as applicable, OEM authorizations