IIT Department of Higher Education Universal Test Machine Fatigue Testing Tender 2025 - ISI/ISO Standards and MSE Preference Rajasthan

Tender Overview

The Indian Institute Of Technology (IIT) under the Department of Higher Education seeks a Universal Test Machine (UTM) Fatigue Testing Capability. The contract covers Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning, Training of operators and statutory clearances. The scope includes an end-to-end delivery with on-site setup and operator training, at an estimated project scale tied to government procurement norms. A notable feature is the option clause allowing up to 25% quantity adjustments during the contract term, with delivery timelines tied to the original schedule. The bid must accommodate supply chain flexibility and adherence to security and Malicious Code certification requirements. This opportunity targets suppliers with robust fatigue-testing capabilities and a proven track record in high-precision test equipment. Ensure readiness to meet governance expectations and potential order extensions under contracted rates.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Scope of supply: Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning, Training of operators, and providing statutory clearances if any
• Malicious Code Certificate: Vendors must certify no embedded malicious code causing device or data risk, with breach implications clearly stated
• Option Clause: Up to 25% quantity increase/decrease at contracted rates; delivery period adjusted via formula (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Purchase Preference: MSEs eligible if the bidder is the manufacturer of the offered product; traders excluded; documentary evidence required
• Delivery & Compliance: Terms require compliance with general procurement norms and secure software/hardware integrity verification
• BOQ: Not available; no itemized quantities published yet
• Standards: No explicit standards listed; bidders should anticipate IS/ISO alignment for fatigue testing equipment

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: 25% quantity variation during contract with adjusted delivery times
• Malicious Code Certificate: mandatory verification to avoid embedded malware risks
• Scope of Supply: includes training and statutory clearances where applicable
• Purchase Preference: MSE bidder eligibility based on manufacturer status; strict exclusion of traders
• Prepare for on-site installation, testing, commissioning, and operator training as part of the bid
• Ensure readiness to meet generic government procurement terms and potential contract extensions