ICAR Gel Documentation System Tender Vizhinjam Kerala IS 550 compliant 2026

Tender Overview

Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR), under the Department Of Agricultural Research And Education, seeks a Gel Documentation System for delivery and installation at the VRC of CMFRI, Vizhinjam, Trivandrum, Kerala. The scope includes a camera imager with fixed focus motorized lens, onboard analysis software, PC/USB connectivity, UV transilluminator, and a compact dark room. The system must enable picogram-level detection with chemiluminescence, offer multiple image capture modes, and incorporate a motorized filter wheel for EtBr, SYBR Green, Coomassie Blue, and Silver Stain. A comprehensive warranty and installation verification are required. Delivery terms allow quantity variation up to 25% with extended timelines per ATC terms, and service centers must be established within 30 days of award where needed.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Gel Documentation System; performance parameters include a high-sensitivity camera imager, fixed focus motorized lens, UV transilluminator, and a display.
• Imaging capabilities: detect picogram-level samples with chemiluminescence; imaging area with ±10% tolerance; multiple imaging modes; onboard analysis software with PC connectivity and USB interface.
• Optics & accessories: motorized filter wheel with filters for EtBr, SYBR Green, Coomassie Blue, and Silver Stain; sample placement slots adjustable; user-specific trays for UV, white light, and chemiluminescent blot samples.
• System performance: camera resolution in MP; cooling temperature control; dedicated software for automated analysis; onboard capture and analysis; portable compact dark room.
• Warranty & service: comprehensive warranty in years; on-site installation capability; certification of performance as demanded by buyer; multiple installations in government hospitals may require performance certificates.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery terms: installation at Vizhinjam CMFRI facility; delivery period and option to increase quantity up to 25% at contracted rates; extended delivery time formula applies with a minimum of 30 days.
• Service & support: functional service centre in the consignee state or establishment within 30 days; payment contingent on documentary evidence of service capability.
• Compliance & eligibility: bidder not under liquidation or bankruptcy; product not obsolete with at least 5 years residual market life; GST is the bidder’s responsibility with reimbursement as per actuals; certificates and documents must be uploaded as required.
• ATC & installation clause: item shall be installed at the delivery site without extra cost; performance certificates may be demanded after placement of order.