Directorate Of Animal Husbandry And Veterinary Assam Rabies Vaccine Tender 2026 KAMRUP IS 550 Compliant Inactivated Cell Culture

Tender Overview

The Directorate Of Animal Husbandry And Veterinary Department, Assam invites bids for an inactivated rabies vaccine (cell culture) intended for the veterinary sector in KAMRUP, ASSAM (781001). Estimated value is ₹16,000,000 with an EMD of ₹320,000. Pack size is 5 doses per vial, and delivery must maintain proper cold chain conditions. Bidders must demonstrate a valid vaccine manufacturing license under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940, and provide documentation for product approval from the statutory authority in the country of origin. The tender emphasizes security and traceability of vaccine strains and adjuvants, along with labelling that specifies the virus strain, added adjuvant, and administration route. Unique terms include option-based quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract execution and a delivery timeline linked to extension rules. This procurement targets assurance of quality, shelf life, and regulatory compliance for Assam's rabies vaccination program.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Vaccine name and formulation: Inactivated rabies vaccine (cell culture) with clear labeling of virus strain and adjuvant, route of administration documented
• Conformity to pharmacopoeia: Must align with national pharmacopeial standards; storage within specified cold chain parameters
• Product approvals: Licensed in country of origin; vaccination product must have current registration and valid licenses under Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940
• Shelf life & storage: Shelf life from manufacture date; storage temperature per manufacturer specification; primary packaging of 5 doses per vial
• Certifications & test reports: Provide all licenses, certifications, and test reports at bid submission and with supplies as required
• Packaging & labeling: Primary packing type and clear packaging with dose count per vial
• COVID/other required compliance: As per buyer's uploaded Special Terms and Conditions
• Cold chain: Supply shall be under proper cold chain conditions from delivery through storage
• Delivery scope: Governed by 25% quantity option and extended delivery period formula; minimum 30 days extension if applicable
• Warranty/after-sales: Not specified in available data; bidders should confirm at bid stage

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹320,000 (paid as specified by bid terms)
• Delivery terms: Timeframe tied to original delivery order; option to increase quantity up to 25% at contracted rates
• Documentation: Submit vaccine license, country-of-origin approvals, test reports, and OEM authorizations (if applicable)
• Experience/compliance: Demonstrate capability to supply veterinary vaccines under cold chain; compliance with Special Terms & Conditions
• Payment terms: Not detailed in available data; bidders should verify payment schedule at bid submission
• Quality standards: Product must be conformant to ISI/IS 550-like benchmarks and regulatory standards indicated by buyer
• Shelf life assertion: Must specify shelf life at recommended storage; include stabilities and potency data
• Warranty/penalties: Not explicitly defined; monitor for LD/penalties in ATC clauses