Employees' State Insurance Corporation Rapid Test Kits Tender India 2026 HIV/HBV/HCV, Dengue, Malaria & Pregnancy – ISO/ CDSCO Certified
Bid Publish Date
16-Sep-2026, 9:57 am
Bid End Date
26-Sep-2026, 10:00 am
EMD
₹25,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) invites bids for rapid diagnostic test kits, including HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B & C, Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid, and Rapid Pregnancy Test Kits. The procurement includes multiple rapid test categories under one package, with EMD ₹25,000 and requirement for ISO and CDSCO certification. The scope references human-use point-of-care kits and emphasizes compliance, quality, and eligibility. The ATC clauses authorize quantity variation up to 25% of bid quantity during contract and extended delivery windows based on performance, with delivery period adjustments based on the order. Unique aspects include the need for self-declaration of Make in India status for eligible bids and prohibition of disqualifications for non-submission of required documents. Vendors should note the absence of BOQ items. This tender targets suppliers capable of meeting regulatory certifications and robust post-award security (ePBG/FD). Location details are not specified in the record.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product categories: Rapid HIV, Syphilis, HBV, HCV, Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid, Pregnancy Rapid Test Kits for human use (Point of Care).
- Certifications required: ISO certification and CDSCO approval; provider must demonstrate compliance with these standards.
- Financial/EMD: ₹25,000 EMD; option clause allows up to 25% quantity variation; no BOQ items listed.
- Documentation: self-declaration for Make in India class I/II local supplier; performance security to be provided as FD or Bank Guarantee post-award.
- Delivery/quality: no explicit delivery timeline in the data; adherence to CDSCO/ISO quality expectations is mandatory.
- Additional conditions: relationship disclosures if ESIC officers are related; bid cancellation rights reserved by ESIC.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹25,000; to be submitted with bid; security to be provided post-award as Fixed Deposit or Bank Guarantee.
- Certification/Eligibility: mandatory ISO and CDSCO certifications; Self-declaration for Make in India status if applicable; non-submission risks disqualification.
- Contract terms: option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 25%; delivery period adjustments based on order quantities with minimum 30 days rule.
- Documentation: full bid submission must include required documents (GST, PAN, prior experience, financials, OEM authorizations); ESIC reserves right to cancel or disqualify at any time.
- Penalties/Security: performance security to be provided post-award; clause emphasizes compliance and potential penalties for non-submission or conflict of interest.
Key Specifications
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Product/service: rapid diagnostic test kits for HIV, Syphilis, HBV, HCV, Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid, and Rapid Pregnancy
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Quantities: variation allowed up to 25% of bid quantity (during contract and currency)
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EMD: ₹25,000
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Standards: ISO certification, CDSCO certification
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Delivery: to be defined post-award; minimum 30 days implied by option clause
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Payment/Performance: post-award ePBG/FD/BG required
Terms & Conditions
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EMD amount and payment security require post-award submission
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Quantity variation up to 25% during and after contract
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Mandatory ISO and CDSCO certifications and Make in India declaration
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Performance security to be provided as Fixed Deposit or Bank Guarantee after award; no advance mentioned.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period linked to order dates; additional time calculations apply when increasing quantity, with a minimum 30 days.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated; ESIC reserves right to cancel bids and require disqualification for non-submission or conflicts.
Bidder Eligibility
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Demonstrated experience supplying rapid test kits for HIV, HBV, HCV, dengue, malaria, and pregnancy tests
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Valid ISO and CDSCO certifications for medical diagnostic products
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Make in India declaration (Class I or II) if claiming preference, otherwise disqualification risk
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
3080
Category
Point of Care Rapid Test Kits for Humans – Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid & Others
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 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
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
25
OEM Avg. Turnover
20
Past Performance
10 %
Experience Required
1 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Rapid Test Kit for HIV / Syphilis / Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) / Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) (Q2) , Point of Care Rapid Test Kits for Humans – Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid & Others (Q2) , Rapid Pregnancy Test Kit (Q2)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
12
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
21-09-2026 09:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
MS Conference Hall, ESIC H- Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
300
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Kakinada
Delivery Pincodes
533001
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B Venkata Seshagiri Rao | 533001,16-24-7/3, Sambamurthy Nagar, Near Port Railway Station, Kakinada | Kakinada | Andhra Pradesh | 533001 | - | 300 | - |
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar rapid test kit supply
Financial statements for the last 3 years
EMD submission proof (₹25,000)
Technical bid documents demonstrating CDSCO/ISO certifications
OEM authorization / agency letter (if applicable)
Self-declaration of Make in India status (Class I or II, if available)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDHRA PRADESH tender market
How to bid for ESIC rapid test kit tender in India 2026 with CDSCO ISO?
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD ₹25,000, and CDSCO/ISO certifications. Include OEM authorizations if required and Make in India self-declaration. Ensure post-award performance security via FD/BG. Follow option quantity clause up to 25% and provide timely delivery as per order.
What documents are required for ESIC rapid test kit procurement in 2026?
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, three-year financial statements, experience certificates for similar supply, EMD ₹25,000 proof, ISO and CDSCO certifications, OEM authorization, and Make in India status declaration. Non-submission risks disqualification during technical evaluation.
What certifications must the rapid test kits meet for ESIC tender?
Kits must be CDSCO approved and ISO certified. Vendors should provide certification documents proving product compliance, with explicit CDSCO approvals and ISO quality management qualification as part of technical bid submission.
What is the bid security amount for ESIC rapid test kit tender 2026?
The bid security (EMD) required is ₹25,000. Payment should be documented with bid submission, and post-award security must be provided as either a Fixed Deposit or Bank Guarantee to meet performance obligations.
What is the quantity variation allowed in ESIC terms for rapid tests?
ESIC allows an option quantity variation up to 25% of the bid quantity at the time of placement and during the currency of the contract, with delivery time adjusted accordingly and a minimum 30 days baseline.
How will delivery timelines be determined for ESIC rapid test kits?
Delivery timelines relate to the original delivery order dates; when options are exercised, additional time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
What is required regarding Make in India status for this tender?
If claiming MII preference, bidders must submit a self-declaration at technical evaluation; failure to submit leads to disqualification, as per ATC requirements.
Which organizations’ certifications are mandatory for ESIC rapid tests?
Mandatory certifications include CDSCO for medical devices and ISO (quality management) standards. Vendors must provide proof of these certifications with the bid to qualify for technical evaluation.