Indian Army Procurement Medical Consumables Rate Contract 2026: Caffeine Citrate Inj, IV Cannula, Neonatal Eye Shield

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, seeks a rate contract for medical consumables including caffeine citrate 20 mg/ml injections, 1 ml vials, eye shields for phototherapy, neonatal 26 G IV cannulas, and minispike with hydrophobic/antibacterial filters attached to IV bags. The bid demands a bidder with government supply experience spanning at least 3 years and regular supply history to Central/State Govt/PSUs, with primary product having the highest value meeting this criterion. A minimum shelf life of 5/6th at supply and reception is required. GST considerations, PAN, GSTIN and bank documentation must accompany bids. The clause-set emphasizes non-obsolescence, certificate uploads, and consequences for delayed supply (LD). Unique scope focuses on critical medical consumables used in military healthcare logistics.

Provider candidates should note the forced compliance with local taxes as part of the Basic Rate, and demurrage penalties (0.5% of total contract value per day beyond 4 days) for uncollected items, with destruction after 1 month if not lifted. This tender is a rate contract with delivery and payment terms managed by the Indian Army procurement framework, including mandatory vendor code creation documents.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product categories: caffeine citrate injections, IV cannulas 26 G, neonatal eye shields for phototherapy, minispike with hydrophobic/antibacterial filter attachments.
• Shelf life requirement: minimum 5/6th life on delivery and at consignee location receipt.
• Experience: supplier or OEM must have 3+ years of regular govt sector supply history; copies of relevant contracts to be submitted.
• Documentation: PAN card, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; other certificates as per bid documents.
• Tax/duties: GST responsibility and local taxes included in basic rate; no extra charges will be reimbursed.
• Penalties: LD for late/delayed delivery; demurrage if items are not lifted within 48 hours (0.5% per day).
• Rate contract terms: PO issuance by the buyer per requirement; no fixed dates and conditions subject to supply needs.
• End-user scope: military medical logistics and related procurement.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/financial standing: bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy; submit an undertaking.
• Product lifecycle: bid only includes non-obsolete items with at least 3 years of market life remaining.
• Delivery & extension: time extensions possible only in extreme cases with LD charges.
• Vendor documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; GST payable by bidder; GST filings to be aligned with actuals.
• Warranty/after-sales: not explicitly stated; penalties and LD imply performance obligations.
• Submission requirements: include all required certificates and documents; non-compliance leads to rejection.