National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute Cryogenic ULT Freezer Procurement DBT 2026
Bid Publish Date
29-Sep-2026, 7:29 pm
Bid End Date
20-Oct-2026, 8:00 pm
EMD
₹70,000
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Mandatory 3-year govt/PSU supply experience for bidder or OEM
- • OEM turnover requirement to be met by OEM for primary product with highest bid value
- • Imported cryogenic freezers require an Indian registered office for after-sales service
- • GeM GST invoicing with GST portal payment confirmation required
- • Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning (SITC) of the freezer
- • Bidder must provide OEM authorization and relevant contracts as evidence
- • EMD amount specified as ₹70,000
Tender Overview
The National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) invites bids for the supply and installation of a Cryogenic ULT Freezer. The procurement requires an EMD of ₹70,000 and mandates installation, testing and commissioning within the scope of supply. Bidders must demonstrate prior government/PSU experience for at least 3 years and meet OEM turnover criteria. GST invoicing and OEM authorization are required for eligible bidders. The tender emphasizes after-sales support for imported products through an Indian registered office. Location details are not specified in the data.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Cryogenic ULT Freezer (category: government procurement)
- Scope: Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of the freezer
- EMD: ₹70,000 (via payment as per GeM terms)
- Experience: Bidder or OEM must have supplied similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSUs for 3 years prior to bid opening; contracts to be submitted as evidence
- Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover required for bidder and OEM over the last 3 financial years prior to the previous year-end (per bid document); audited balance sheets or CA/Cost Accountant certificate required
- OEM for imported products: Must have registered Indian office for after-sales service; certificate to be submitted
- GST: Bidder must upload GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation during GeM invoicing
- Scope inclusions: All costs included in bid price; delivery-related terms to be clarified in bid
- OEM authorization: Required if bidding through authorized distributors or service providers
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹70,000 (specific mode per GeM terms)
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in supplying same/similar category products to Central/State Govt/PSU; contract copies required
- Turnover (Bidder & OEM): Average turnover over last 3 years must meet bid document criteria; include audited balance sheets or CA/Cost Accountant certificate
- Imported products: OEM or Authorized Seller must have registered office in India for aftersales support; submit certificate
- GST invoicing: Upload scanned GST invoice and GST payment screenshot on GeM
- Scope: Includes supply, installation, testing and commissioning; price to include all cost components
- Documentation for submission should include OEM authorization if applicable and turnover proofs
- Compliance with escalation and after-sales terms to be verified in the technical bid
Key Specifications
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Product: Cryogenic ULT Freezer
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Scope: Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning
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EMD: ₹70,000
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Experience: 3 years in similar govt/PSU supply
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Turnover: 3-year average as per bid document
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Imported product requirement: India-based ASL for after-sales service
Terms & Conditions
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3 years of govt/PSU supply experience required for bidder or OEM
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Minimum ₹70,000 EMD; GeM-based GST invoice and payment confirmation necessary
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Scope includes SITC; turnkey responsibility lies with the bidder
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Bid price to include all costs; GST invoicing with GST portal payment confirmation required on GeM
Delivery Schedule
Delivery timelines to be specified in bid; SITC scope indicates installation and commissioning
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties (LD) or performance bond terms, if any, to be defined in the bid document
Bidder Eligibility
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Must have supplied similar cryogenic freezers to govt/PSUs for 3 years
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OEM turnover criteria must be met by the primary product’s OEM
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Authorized distributor/brand authorization required where applicable
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
120 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
3 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
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
17
OEM Avg. Turnover
140
Past Performance
80 %
Warranty Period
1 years
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
Cryogenic ULT Freezer
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
26
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
60
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
S.A.S Nagar
Delivery Pincodes
140306
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krishnan.S N | 140306,KNOWLEDGE CITY SECTOR 81 MOHALI | S.A.S Nagar | Punjab | 140306 | 1 | 60 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9948869.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Audited Balance Sheets or CA/Cost Accountant turnover certificate for last 3 financial years
Past contract copies demonstrating 3-year govt/PSU supply experience
OEM authorization / Manufacturer Authorization Form
GST invoice sample and GST portal payment confirmation screenshot
Evidence of Indian registered office for imported products (OEM) for after-sales support
Technical bid documents and any product brochures for the cryogenic ULT freezer
Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for cryogenic ULT freezer tender in India with govt offices?
Bidders must meet 3-year govt/PSU supply experience, provide OEM authorization, and satisfy turnover criteria using audited financials. Submit GST invoice sample and GST payment confirmation on GeM, plus evidence of Indian after-sales support for imported models. The bid requires SITC scope and ₹70,000 EMD.
What documents are required for NABI cryogenic freezer procurement in 2026?
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, 3-year govt/PSU experience contracts, audited turnover statements, OEM authorization, and proof of Indian office for imported products. Also submit GST invoice sample and GeM payment confirmation, plus technical bid and product brochures.
What are the key technical specs for the ULT freezer tender?
Specifications emphasize cryogenic ULT freezer, scope of SITC, and compliance with standard contractual terms. Exact capacity, temperature range, and energy specs are not disclosed; bidders must rely on OEM datasheets and provide detailed technical compliance in the bid.
What is the EMD amount and payment terms for this procurement?
The EMD is ₹70,000. Payment terms require the bid price to include all components, with GST invoicing and GST payment confirmation on GeM. Exact milestone payments, if any, will be detailed in the purchase order and terms.
What qualifies as eligible experience for this cryogenic equipment bid?
Eligible experience requires 3 years of regular manufacture/supply of similar category products to Central/State Govt or PSU. Primary product bidder value should meet criteria in a bunch bid, with contract copies attached to prove yearly quantities.
Are imported products allowed and what support is required?
Imported cryogenic freezers are allowed only if the OEM has an Indian registered office to provide after-sales service. Submit a certificate proving the Indian presence, and ensure local service support meets the SLA standards in the procurement terms.
What is included in the SITC scope for this freezer tender?
Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of the Cryogenic ULT Freezer. The bid price must cover all costs, with installation and commissioning to be completed per the contract terms and performance acceptance criteria after delivery.
How does GST invoicing impact GeM submission for this tender?
Bidders must upload a GST invoice and a GST portal payment confirmation screenshot during GeM invoicing. This ensures compliance with GST guidelines and smooth payment processing for the procurement contract.