Bid Publish Date
19-Feb-2026, 8:20 am
Bid End Date
23-Feb-2026, 9:00 am
Location
Progress
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
The Agricultural Technology Information Centre (ATIC), under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), invites bids for automation testing services in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The procurement focuses on ungroupp testing categories with numeric test items, as indicated in the BOQ data. No BOQ items are listed, and the estimated value is not disclosed, signaling a potential pre-bid clarification phase. A key differentiator is the Buyer Added Terms allowing quantity variation up to 25% of bid quantity, enabling adaptable delivery planning and flexible contract execution within the contracted rates. The tender emphasizes option-based quantity adjustments and delivery-time calculations to accommodate project scope changes during the contract period.
This procurement may involve evaluation of testing capability and project management for automated processes, with emphasis on adherence to delivery timelines once orders are placed and a robust mechanism to handle extended delivery periods. Unique aspects include the explicit option clause governing quantity fluctuations and a delivery-time framework tied to remaining contractual quantities. The tender indicates a focus on automation test services within a government-administered framework in Mumbai.
Product/service names: automation testing services
Categories: Ungroup testing, Ungroup testing1
Quantity/Value: not disclosed; subject to 25% variation
Standards/Certifications: not specified
Delivery: tied to last date of original delivery order with option-based extension
Warranty/Support: not specified
Experience: not specified; bidders to demonstrate testing capability
Option Clause: quantity may increase/decrease by up to 25% during contract
Delivery: calculated extension time with minimum 30 days
Payments: standard government procurement terms apply (not specified in data)
Delivery period commences from the last date of the original delivery order; extended time calculated as (additional quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days
EMD requirements are not specified in the provided data; bidders must review T&Cs for exact deposits and performance guarantees
Purchaser may increase/decrease quantity up to 25% of bid quantity at placement and during currency at contracted rates
Demonstrated capability to perform automation testing services
Compliance with government procurement standards
Financial stability evidenced by recent financial statements
Main Document
CATALOG Specification
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Ungroup testing | Test | Yes, No |
| Ungroup testing1 | Numeric | Any applicable numeric value |
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GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for automation testing
Financial statements (latest available)
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as applicable in terms)
Technical bid documents demonstrating testing capability
OEM authorizations or certifications (if applicable)
Key insights about MAHARASHTRA tender market
Bidders should first verify eligibility for automation testing services under ATIC, Mumbai. Prepare GST, PAN, experience certificates, and financial statements, plus any OEM authorizations. Note the option clause allowing ±25% quantity changes and the delivery-time formula. Submit technical and financial bids via the official portal.
Required documents include GST registration, PAN card, experience certificates for automation testing, latest financial statements, EMD documentation if applicable, technical bid demonstrating capability, and any OEM authorizations. Ensure all documents align with the Buyer Added Terms and submit within the portal guidelines.
The tender specifies two categories: Ungroup testing (Test) and Ungroup testing1 (Numeric). No detailed performance specs are provided; bidders should reference the BOQ and terms to capture scope, and be prepared to demonstrate testing capabilities across both categories during evaluation.
Delivery timing depends on the original delivery order. The extension is calculated as (additional quantity ÷ original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days. The purchaser may extend to the original delivery period under the option clause.
The EMD amount is not specified in the provided tender data. Bidders must consult the detailed terms and conditions to determine whether an EMD or security deposit is required and the acceptable payment method (DD/online).
Eligibility includes demonstrating capability in automation testing, compliance with government procurement standards, and providing financial stability through up-to-date financial statements. Ensure GST and PAN are valid, and prepare experience certificates showing relevant testing projects.
With no BOQ items, bidders should await clarification notices and participate in pre-bid meetings if offered. Prepare generic technical bids outlining testing methodologies and scalability to cover potential ungroupp testing and numeric test requirements as described in the tender terms.
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS