Banaras Hindu University Inverted Research Microscope Tender Varansi Uttar Pradesh 2025 ISI/OEM Support

Tender Overview

Banaras Hindu University, Department of Higher Education, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, invites bids for an Inverted Research Microscope With Micromanipulator System With Time Lapse Live Cell Imaging. The procurement includes an EMD of ₹58,000 and supports an option clause up to 25% quantity during contract execution. Bidders must adhere to supplier-specific terms for imported items, including Indian-based after-sales support. The bid allows multiple EMD submission options (DD, FDR, or Banker’s Cheque) and requires hardcopy delivery within 5 days of bid end/opening. The instrument's scope targets advanced live-cell imaging with precise micromanipulation capabilities. Unique terms emphasize flexible quantities and after-sales compliance. This tender is positioned for laboratory infrastructure enhancement in a central Indian university setting, with BHU validating high technical standards and ongoing support commitments.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Inverted Research Microscope With Micromanipulator System With Time Lapse Live Cell Imaging
• EMD: ₹58,000; payment modes include Account Payee DD, Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR), or Banker’s Cheque; submit proofs with bid and deliver hardcopy within 5 days
• OEM/Imported products: if imported, OEM or authorized seller must have an Indian office for after-sales service; certificate to be submitted
• Delivery/Option clause: quantity may be increased up to 25% of bid/contract quantity; extended delivery time calculated as (Increase/Original) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Performance security: after award, can submit DD in favor of Registrar, BHU, in lieu of PBG; delivery of DD copy required
• Location: Varansi, Uttar Pradesh; delivery terms aligned with BHU procurement standards
• BOQ: No items listed in the provided data; focus is on the instrument package and contractual terms

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD submission options: DD, FDR, or BC payable to Registrar, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi; scanned proof plus hardcopy within 5 days
• Delivery timeline: delivery terms start after original/extended delivery date per option clause; minimum 30 days for additional time
• OEM/after-sales: imported items require Indian-based after-sales support via OEM or authorized seller; certificate required
• PBG/DS: Performance security may be provided as DD post-award; or PBG as per GeM GTC; ensure delivery of DD copy within 5 days
• Documentation: bidders must upload scanned proofs of EMD forms and provide hardcopy delivery as specified; GST/PAN and experience certificates typically required
• Vendor eligibility: compliance with BHU terms; no explicit years of experience stated in the data, but standard university procurement reflects tested capability and service readiness
• Penalty/contract terms: option-based quantity adjustments and extended delivery time are contractually sanctioned; bidders must comply with these terms