Tender Overview
The Government Medical College Amritsar in Punjab invites bids for an Automated Real Time Micro PCR Machine with capabilities including high-throughput testing of multiple samples, MTB detection with Rifamycin resistance, and biosafety level compliance. Estimated value is ₹850,000. The machine should include a UPS and accommodate communicable disease detection. The procurement emphasizes OEM-supported warranty options and the potential for an extended comprehensive warranty via bidding, with a 5-year post-warranty maintenance plan at a capped rate. Unique terms include a 25% quantity increase/decrease option and mandatory Manufacturer Authorization from the OEM. Bidders must provide OEM service presence in India and enable installation, commissioning, and training support at the consignee site. A strong focus on post-installation service, uptime, and long-term maintenance is evident, alongside the possibility of a biannual AMC payment structure after warranty completion.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Automated Real Time Micro PCR Machine with MTB detection capability (Rifamycin resistance) and high sample throughput.
- Key features: Biosafety level compliance, UPS provided, and ability to process multiple samples concurrently.
- Warranty: 5-year OEM warranty with an option for comprehensive maintenance through bidding; post-warranty AMC at up to 5% of contract price per annum, with payments biannually.
- Terms: 25% quantity variation allowed, supplier must provide OEM authorization and installation/Training/CMC readiness.
- Documentation: OEM certificates and service network details required; conformance to supplier’s after-sales service obligations in India.
- Value & scope: Estimated value ₹850,000; no BOQ items listed.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not specified; ensure clarity in bid submission for security deposit.
- Delivery: Comply with delivery timelines aligned to the extended option clause; ensure readiness for installation at consignee location.
- Payment: CMC/AMC terms post-warranty to be agreed; initial payment terms to be confirmed in RFP responses.
- Documentation: Submit OEM authorization, installation/commissioning records, warranty certificates, and service-center details near Amritsar.
- Compliance: Provide 5-year warranty certificates and demonstrate after-sales support capability in India; adhere to 25% variation clause during contract execution.
- Penalties: Include performance security terms and remedies should service commitments not be met; ensure compliance with buyer-added terms.
