National Rural Health Mission Gujarat Medical Oxygen Cylinders Tender Ahmedabad 2026 PESO ISI IS 3224

Tender Overview

The National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) State Health Society, Gujarat invites bids for the supply of Medical Oxygen Gas Cylinders – Steel (Normalized) V2 (Q2) to support health facilities in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The procurement scope focuses on high-pressure seamless cylinders with ISI-valve fittings and PESO approvals. EMD is ₹58,500 and the estimated value aligns with supplier-scale capabilities, including hydrostatic tests, engraving, and color-coding per gas type. The contract supports a scalable delivery framework under flexible volumes, with option-driven quantity adjustments up to ±25%. The emphasis on PESO testing/approval, and complete certification packages at bid or delivery, ensures regulatory compliance and safe gas supply. Key differentiators include mandatory PESO-verified Hydro Stretch Test (HST) certification, IS 3224 valve conformance, and detailed cylinder engraving requirements for traceability. Unique aspects include mandatory advance sample approval and the possibility of extended delivery timelines when options are exercised.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: General product information for steel oxygen cylinders; High pressure seamless cylinder with outer diameter, water capacity, tare weight, and wall thickness explicitly specified.
• Cylinder metrics: Water capacity in litres, hydrostatic test pressure, maximum working pressure (NTP), filling pressure (NTP), approximate outer diameter, and minimum wall thickness.
• Valves & marks: ISI marked valve conforming to IS 3224 (Latest); cylinder engraving to include serial number, code, working pressure (Bar), water capacity (L), test pressure (Bar), year of manufacture/testing, tare weight; neck labeling with supplier name and contents.
• Certifications & compliance: Cylinder conformity to Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016 with GOI amendments; PESO/HST certification from approved test shop; supplier-manages testing per standard protocol; PESO marking and third-party inspection requirements.
• Paint & labeling: Color-coded cylinders, legible labeling, and clear gas contents.
• Warranty: Catalogue warranty with option for comprehensive warranty via bidding; supersedes standard catalogue terms.
• Documentation: Submission of all required certifications, licenses, test reports at bid submission or with delivery; engraving and verification records to be supplied.
• Delivery & scope: Bid scope limited to supply of goods; advance sample approval prior to bulk manufacturing; 5-day window for submitting advance sample; modification list issuance within 5 days of approval.
• EMD & eligibility: EMD ₹58,500; average annual turnover requirement of ₹40 Lakh; supplier readiness for 25% quantity variation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹58,500; acceptable via Demand Draft (DD) in favour of EMRI GREEN HEALTH SERVICES payable at Ahmedabad; hard copy required within 5 days post bid end/date.
• Turnover: Average annual turnover of last 3 years: ₹40 Lakh.
• Delivery terms: Option clause allows ±25% quantity variation; delivery starts after last original order date; minimum extended lead time 30 days.
• Payment: Payment terms aligned to supply contract; advance sample approval required before bulk manufacturing; detailed payment schedule to be specified in contract.
• Documentation: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD submission, technical compliance certificates, OEM authorizations as applicable.
• Samples: Submit one advance sample within 5 days of contract award; buyer to approve or request modifications within 5 days; bulk supply to conform to approved sample.
• Warranty & penalties: Standard catalogue warranty with potential comprehensive warranty; penalties/LD to be as per GeM terms and contract schedule; performance security via DD or PBG permissible.
• Special clauses: All cylinders must be PESO-approved and comply with Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016; verification and testing are supplier responsibilities; engraving and labeling must meet strict traceability norms.