Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for an Ultra Low Temperature Laboratory Deep Freezer intended for deployment in Dhemaji, Assam, 786110. The procurement scope references a Q3 category item with no BOQ items listed. Estimated value and EMD details are not disclosed. Bidders must anticipate an advance sample process, submit 10 samples within 5 days of contract award, and align with final approvals before bulk production. The contract allows a 25% quantity variation, either at order placement or during the currency, with delivery time recalculated accordingly and a minimum 30-day extension when needed. Unique in-country support expectations include a well-established after-sales service network and installation/ commissioning obligations.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Ultra Low Temperature Laboratory Deep Freezer
- Warranty: 3 years from final acceptance or after installation/commissioning, with OEM warranty certificates due at delivery
- After-sales: Service centers and maintenance network required in India; installation, commissioning, and training must be provided
- Sample approval: 10 samples to be submitted within 5 days of award; post-approval modifications to be implemented without delaying delivery; potential supply reevaluation if deviations detected
- Quantity flexibility: Purchaser may increase/decrease up to 25% of bid/contracted quantity; delivery period adjusts with a minimum of 30 days extension
- Delivery terms: Comply with extended delivery timeline rules if option clause is exercised; competitive alignment to contract specifications
- Compliance: Supplier must demonstrate ability to supply, install, and train on the equipment at consignee location in Assam
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not disclosed; bidders must adhere to option clause for quantity adjustments up to 25%
- Warranty: 3 years warranty; OEM certificates required at delivery; ongoing on-site service ability in India
- Advance sample: Submission of 10 samples within 5 days of award; approvals or modification notes issued within 5 days; bulk supply aligned to approved sample
- Installation/Training: Bidder to provide installation, commissioning, debugging, and operator training; after-sales service network details to be uploaded
- Penalties: If sample approval is delayed by buyer, delivery period may be reset without LD; major deviations may trigger fresh samples or contract termination
- Documentation: Ensure submission of OEM authorizations, service center details, and compliance certificates as applicable
