National Seeds Corporation Jaipur Rhizobium Inoculants Tender 2026 Rajasthan IS 8268 Q3

Tender Overview

National Seeds Corporation Limited (Jaipur, Rajasthan) invites bids for Rhizobium/PSB culture packets (200 g net packing) FOR Rajasthan on an all-inclusive, FOR basis. Estimated value around ₹2,57,500 with an EMD of ₹25,000. The procurement targets 50,000 packets to be allocated post minikit allocation by the Agriculture Department, with a transaction window via GeM e-bidding. Rate must be quoted in ₹ per packet and is valid through 31/03/2027. The contract contemplates long-term staggered delivery with option-driven quantities (up to a 2300% variation) and multiple child contracts within a 12-month validity. NSC Jaipur requires compliance with ISI marking and an appropriate manufacturing license. Unique aspects include Rajasthan-wide FOR delivery and NSIC exemptions on EMD. This tender emphasizes clear certification, packaging, and shelf-life handling.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Rhizobium inoculants / PSB culture packets, 200 g net packing, FOR Rajasthan
• Standards: ISI marked product; manufacturing license for the item; adherence to relevant bio-fertilizer quality norms
• Packaging: 200 g packing; packaging & marking compliance
• Quality attributes: moisture content limits by weight (carrier-based formulations), base type specification, shelf life and storage temperature considerations
• Documentation: certificates as per ATC; supplier to upload all required documents at bid submission; EMD requirement of Rs 25,000; GeM terms apply
• Validity: price quote valid through 31-03-2027; rates all-inclusive (taxes not extra)
• Delivery framework: long-term staggered delivery; minikit allocation by Agriculture Department drives post-award quantities
• Payment & security: EMD to be submitted via DD/NEFT; GeM transaction charges apply within total order value

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹25,000 (DD/NEFT) or exempt if NSIC registered; non-submission may lead to rejection
• Delivery terms: staggered orders under multiple child contracts; delivery timelines specified in each contract
• Contract validity: 12 months from contract placement; option clause allows 2300% quantity increase across the period
• Rate validity: all-inclusive Rs per packet; no extra charges for packing or taxes
• Documentation: upload required certificates/documentation as per ATC; include GST, PAN, experience certificates where applicable
• Bidder eligibility: comply with ISI marking and manufacturing license; provide OEM authorization if required
• Payment terms: details aligned with GeM and contract-specific child orders; no advance payment mentioned
• Exemptions: NSIC bidders may be exempted from EMD per terms