Tender Overview
The Indian Army, under the Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for a comprehensive package including knee prosthesis, bone cement, robotic knee surgery consumables, pre-sterilized surgical disposables, robotic service per case, instrumentation support, technical robotics guidance, surgical assistance, implant component inventory, and electronic equipment insurance. Estimated value is ₹82,800,000 with delivery to Medical Stores, Army Hospital RR, Delhi Cantt (PIN 110010). Bidders must ensure products have at least 5 years residual market life and are not end-of-life before delivery. Documentation includes data sheets and supplier validation; OEM authorization and service capability are key differentiators. Registration with Army Hospital or Service HQ is required before bid opening.
Key differentiators include OEM-led installation/training and non-obsolete product offerings, with the potential for deployment across multiple cases and post-sale support obligations. The procurement emphasizes technical readiness, compliance with government norms, and verified supply chain stability in a defense context.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- No formal specifications provided in the tender text; bidders should submit a Data Sheet for each offered product and ensure alignment with OEM parameters.
- Required capabilities include installation, commissioning, testing, configuration, and training by OEM-certified personnel or authorized resellers.
- Mandatory supplier qualifications: minimum 3 years of regular supply to Central/State Govt or PSUs; ongoing OEM authorization; and prior contract copies demonstrating quantity deployment in each year.
- Logistics address for delivery: Medical Stores Receipt Cell, Medical Stores, Army Hospital RR, Delhi Cantt.
- Data integrity: ensure no mismatch between datasheet and offered product specifications; misalignment risks bid rejection.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD not specified in the provided data; bidders must review bid documents for exact deposit requirements.
- Bidders must not be in liquidation or bankruptcy; provide an undertaking with bid.
- Documentation: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled Cheque, and EFT Mandate certified by bank.
- Supplier eligibility requires OEM Authorization and registration/enlistment with Army Hospital (R&R) or Service HQ as of bid opening.
- Installation and commissioning to be performed by OEM-certified personnel or authorized resellers; data sheet alignment is mandatory.
- Preference for non-obsolete products with minimum 5 years market life remaining at bid opening.
