State Bank Of India Gold Purity Testing Meter Tender V2 PAC Only 2026
Bid Publish Date
02-Sep-2026, 10:29 am
Bid End Date
05-Sep-2026, 11:00 am
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Specific brand/technique: Gold Purity Testing Meter / Karat Meter (V2) under PAC Only
- • Delivery flexibility: quantity variations up to 25% during contract or currency
- • Delivery extension rule: formula-based timing with minimum 30 days
- • No BOQ items or estimated value disclosed in available data
- • No explicit EMD amount or payment terms published in the data
- • Procurement scope tied to SBI's Department of Financial Services bid context
Tender Overview
State Bank Of India (SBI) invites bids for the Gold Purity Testing Meter (Karat Meter) V2 under PAC Only terms. The procurement scope is the product category: Gold Purity Testing Meter/ Karat Meter (V2). No BOQ quantity is listed; no explicit estimated value or EMD amount is provided. The tender references an option clause allowing quantity adjustments up to 25% at contract award and during the contract currency at contracted rates. Delivery timing rules tie to the last date of the original delivery order with a minimum 30-day extension, subject to the math formula shown in the terms. This release requires bidders to comply with the option-based delivery framework and associated terms.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product/Service: Gold Purity Testing Meter / Karat Meter (V2) under PAC Only
- BOQ: 0 items listed; no specific quantity provided
- EMD/Value: No amount specified in the available data
- Standards/Compliance: Not specified in the tender data
- Delivery framework: Option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation during order and currency; delivery period starts from the last date of original delivery order; extended time uses a formula: (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
- Other context: Purchaser reserves right to adjust quantity and apply contracted rates within the stated limits
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- Option Clause: Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates
- Delivery Timing: Additional time allocation follows the specified formula, with a minimum extension of 30 days; original delivery period governs base timing
- Compliance: Bidders must comply with the option-based delivery terms; no further delivery clarifications provided
- General note: The data provided contains no explicit EMD, payment terms, or warranty details; bidders should seek clarification during bid submission and prepare for standard procurement contingencies
Key Specifications
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- Product category: Gold Purity Testing Meter / Karat Meter (V2)
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- BOQ items: 0 (no quantity details provided)
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- Estimated value: Not specified in current data
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- Delivery terms: 25% quantity variation allowed; minimum 30 days extension, formula-based timing
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- Standards/certifications: Not specified in tender text
Terms & Conditions
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Option Clause: up to 25% quantity variation at award and during currency
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Delivery time: extension formula tied to original delivery period with a 30-day minimum
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Compliance: bidders must adhere to the option-based delivery framework and related terms
Important Clauses
Delivery Terms
Delivery quantity may be adjusted by up to 25% at contract placement and during the currency at contracted rates; extension time calculated as (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in supplying gold testing equipment or Karat meters
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Demonstrated financial stability via financial statements
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Compliance with local GST and PAN registration
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
3
OEM Avg. Turnover
5
Past Performance
50 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Gold Purity Testing Meter/ Karat Meter (V2) (Q3) ( PAC Only )
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 30 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
15
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Coimbatore
Delivery Pincodes
641018
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balu Tamilarasu | 641018,State Bank of India Coimbatore Main Branch (00827) Kurinji Complex, State Bank Road, Coimbatore - 641018 | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu | 641018 | 1 | 15 | - |
Authority Records
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9834674.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
4
Required Documents
GST Certificate
PAN Card
Experience Certificates (similar procurement in precious metal testing equipment)
Financial Statements (latest audited/annual turnover details)
EMD/Security Deposit (as per future tender instruction)
Technical Bid Documentation (compliance statement for Karat Meter V2)
OEM Authorization (if bidding as authorized distributor)
Product Certifications or Test Reports relevant to gold testing meters (if available)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for SBI gold testing meter tender in 2026
Bidders should prepare a Technical Bid and Financial Bid with GST registration, PAN, and OEM authorizations if applicable. Include a compliance statement for the Karat Meter V2 and ensure readiness to meet the 25% quantity variation and 30-day minimum extension under the option clause.
What documents are required for SBI karat meter procurement
Submit GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates for similar testing equipment, latest financial statements, and technical bid detailing meter specifications. Include OEM authorization if bidding as an authorized distributor and any test/certification reports available for gold purity meters.
What is the delivery framework for the SBI PAC Only tender
Delivery terms allow up to 25% quantity variation at award and during currency. The extension time uses the formula (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a guaranteed minimum of 30 days; delivery begins after the last date of the original delivery order.
What are the essential eligibility criteria for SBI tender 2026
Eligibility includes prior experience in supplying similar gold testing instruments, demonstrable financial stability, GST registration, and PAN. Bidders must comply with option-based delivery terms and demonstrate capability to adjust quantities as specified.
What is the EMD requirement for this SBI tender
EMD details are not disclosed in the current data. Bidder should monitor tender updates to confirm the exact EMD amount, eligible payment method, and submission deadline as per tender announcements.
When is the delivery deadline for the Karat Meter V2
The base delivery period is defined in the original delivery order; any extension requires applying the 30-day minimum if the option clause is exercised and extensions follow the (Additional quantity ÷ Original quantity) formula.
How to verify product specifications for the SBI meter
Specifications in the current data are not disclosed. Bidder should request technical clarification, verify Karat Meter V2 compatibility with ISI/ISO standards if provided later, and supply OEM documentation showing compliance with gold purity testing methods.
What constitutes the PAC Only requirement for this bid
PAC Only indicates procurement restricted to forceful acceptance of the specified product category without BOQ variations; bidders must align the meter to the stated PAC framework and demonstrate supply capability for the exact Gold Purity Testing Meter / Karat Meter (V2).