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Indian Council Of Agricultural Research Soil Moisture Meter Tender TDR/FDR Profile Probe 2025

Bid Publish Date

29-Dec-2025, 11:23 am

Bid End Date

19-Jan-2026, 12:00 pm

Progress

Issue29-Dec-2025, 11:23 am
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Quantity

1

Bid Type

Two Packet Bid

Key Highlights

  • • Brand/OEM requirements: not specified in available data; verify during bid submission
  • • Technical standards: no explicit standards listed; ensure certificate uploads per ATC
  • • Special clauses: quantity fluctuation up to 25% during placement and during contract currency
  • • Eligibility: certificate uploads mandatory; avoid rejection by providing all required documents
  • • Warranty/AMC: not specified; verify in full bid documentation
  • • Penalties: not described; confirm L.D. or performance bond terms in the complete bid
  • • Delivery: extended delivery time calculation applies when quantity increases
  • • Delivery/install: device category is soil moisture profiling equipment; ensure compatibility with field deployment

Categories 5

HUMIDITY AND MOISTURE MEASURING INSTRUMENTS SOIL TESTING KITS MOISTURE METERS OSCILLOSCOPES COLOUR DOPPLER MACHINE

Tender Overview

The Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR), under the Department Of Agricultural Research And Education (DARE), seeks procurement related to TDR/FDR Soil Moisture Meter (Profile Probe). The tender targets a procurement scope for soil moisture profiling equipment with potential quantity adjustments of up to 25% as per option clause. The instrument category is soil moisture measurement technology using time-domain reflectometry (TDR) or frequency-domain reflectometry (FDR). Location details are not disclosed in the available data, and no BOQ items or explicit quantity values are provided. The tender emphasizes compliance with uploaded certificates and documentation and reserves flexible delivery timelines aligned to contract quantities. Unique aspects include the option to scale orders within contracted rates and a delivery window that adjusts with extended quantities. The procurement aims to equip agricultural research activities with accurate soil moisture profiling capability and standard data collection for field experiments.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

  • Product/category: TDR/FDR Soil Moisture Meter (Profile Probe)
  • Device type: soil moisture profiling instrument employing TDR or FDR techniques
  • Key consideration: no explicit technical specs provided in the data; bidders must rely on standard industry capabilities for profile probes
  • Standards/Certification expectations: certificate uploads are mandatory per ATC; confirm ISI/ISO compliance if applicable
  • Delivery/quantity: option clause allows ±25% quantity change; delivery period tied to original/extended orders; minimum 30 days implied when extended
  • Quality/eligibility: bidders must upload all required certificates/documents to avoid rejection
  • BOQ status: no line items; no quantified requirements surfaced in the available data

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

  • EMD/fee data not disclosed; bidders should verify required security deposits per the main bid document
  • Delivery terms: quantity-based extension possible; delivery period adjusted by the formula (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period
  • Documentation: upload all requested certificates/documents; non-compliance leads to rejection
  • ATC/Corrections: comply with any uploaded ATC/Corrigendum; ensure all documents match bid document requirements
  • Award mechanics: option to adjust orders within 25% during contract currency at contracted rates
  • Compliance: bidders must adhere to generic and bid-specific terms; non-compliant submissions are liable for rejection

Key Specifications

  • Product: TDR/FDR Soil Moisture Meter (Profile Probe)

  • Quantity: Not specified in BOQ; subject to ±25% of bid quantity

  • Delivery: If original delivery is extended, time scales follow (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period with minimum 30 days

  • Standards/Certification: Upload required certificates; confirm compliance with applicable IS/ISO standards if specified in full bid

  • Testing/Quality: Not explicitly listed; ensure equipment meets field accuracy requirements for soil moisture profiling

Terms & Conditions

  • Option clause allows quantity variation up to 25% during contract

  • Delivery period adjusts with extended quantities according to specified formula

  • Mandatory submission of all certificates/documents to avoid rejection

Important Clauses

Payment Terms

Not specified in available data; verify in full bid document and ATC

Delivery Schedule

Delivery period calculated from last date of original delivery order; extended time follows option clause with the prescribed formula

Penalties/Liquidated Damages

Not specified; confirm in the complete bid and ATC

Bidder Eligibility

  • Submit all mandatory certificates as per ATC

  • Demonstrate capability to supply TDR/FDR soil moisture meters

  • Provide experience certificates for similar equipment procurement

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Required Documents

1

GST registration certificate

2

PAN card

3

Experience certificates for similar soil moisture measurement equipment

4

Financial statements for last 2-3 years

5

EMD/Security deposit proof (as applicable in full bid)

6

Technical bid documents showing compliance with TDR/FDR soil moisture meters

7

OEM authorization or authorized distributorship documents (if required)

8

Certificate uploads as per ATC and Corrigendum (if any)

Frequently Asked Questions

How to bid on ICAR soil moisture meter tender in India 2025

Bidders must submit GST and PAN, provide experience in soil moisture profiling equipment, and upload all required technical certificates per ATC. Ensure OEM authorizations if applicable, and confirm delivery capacity for TDR/FDR profile probes. The option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during contract, with delivery timelines calculated accordingly.

What documents are required for ICAR soil moisture meter procurement

Submit GST certification, PAN card, last 2-3 years financial statements, experience certificates for similar meters, EMD proof, OEM authorization if needed, and all required bid certificates per ATC. Ensure consistency between technical bid and certificates to avoid rejection.

What are the technical specifications for TDR/FDR profile probes in this tender

The tender specifies a soil moisture meter using TDR/FDR for profile probing, but explicit numerical specs are not provided here. Bidders should include their product datasheet, accuracy claims, measurement range, calibration methods, and field compatibility in the technical bid, aligning with standard IS/ISO practices if required.

When is delivery expected for ICAR soil moisture meter tender

Original delivery period is defined in the contract; if quantity increases, the extended delivery time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days. Confirm exact dates during bid submission and contract finalization.

What is the EMD amount for the ICAR procurement of soil profiling meters

EMD details are not disclosed in the provided data. Bidders should consult the full bid document to locate the exact EMD amount, mode of payment, and submission deadline, ensuring readiness to furnish EMD as required.

How to verify compliance with ATC and Corrigendum for this bid

Review the uploaded ATC document and any available Corrigendum. Ensure all certificates, certifications, and bid documents match the directives. Non-compliance can lead to rejection; cross-check each certificate against the listed requirements before submission.

What are the qualification criteria for suppliers of soil moisture meters

Applicants should demonstrate prior experience with similar meters, provide relevant experience certificates, and show financial capability via statements. Also ensure OEM authorization if required and that your equipment meets field reliability and calibration standards for TDR/FDR moisture profiling.

What certifications are required for the IS/ISO compliant soil sensor bid

While the exact standards are not listed, bidders should attach relevant IS or ISO certifications that demonstrate quality management and product conformity. Include certificates that cover measurement accuracy, calibration procedures, and safety standards applicable to soil moisture profiling devices.