Octopus Home Department Andhra Pradesh Explosives / Narcotics Trace Detector Tender Guntur 2026
Bid Publish Date
11-Aug-2026, 9:43 pm
Bid End Date
31-Aug-2026, 9:00 am
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Organization: Octopus, on behalf of the Home Department Andhra Pradesh, invites bids for an Explosives / Narcotics Trace Detector system to support security screening in GUNTUR, ANDHRA PRADESH 522001. The procurement scope encompasses detector technology with barcode-enabled sample collectors, diverse detection modes, and integrated data capture. While the estimated value and EMD are not disclosed, the tender emphasizes a comprehensive, standards-driven solution with robust safety and verification features. A key differentiator is the emphasis on radiation safety and government-lab conformity certificates, signaling a high-assurance product. This opportunity targets suppliers with government-grade trace detection capabilities and compliant test reports.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Detector Source: Radiation-type detection with multiple detection modes and sample collection/acquisition workflows.
- Sample Collectors: Each collector must be uniquely bar coded; multiple formats may be required (Swipe-Cards, Detector Cards, Surface Wipes, Sampling Swabs, Traps, Paper).
- Analytes: Capability to detect various explosives and narcotics; explicit lists of detectable substances are to be provided in the data sheet.
- Performance Metrics: Includes analysis/detection time, warm-up time (cold start), bakeout time between tests, IP protection, and radiation hazard considerations during testing.
- Display & Print: Inbuilt display, test result printing, and date/time stamping for entries; optional inbuilt printer specifications to be confirmed.
- Mechanical & Environmental: Weight, minimum/maximum operating temperatures, and operating humidity at 40°C.
- Certifications: Dust, vibration, shock, water intrusion, salt, rain, and altitude conformity, plus availability of test reports from Central Govt/NABL/ILAC-accredited labs.
- Warranty: Warranty details to be provided in data sheet; ensure post-sale support timelines are defined.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD & Payment: Specific EMD amount and payment terms not disclosed in the data; bidders must review bid terms for exact values.
- Delivery Flexibility: Option clause allowing up to 25% quantity variation during contract and extended delivery periods with proportional timing adjustments.
- Experience: The bidder or OEM must have a track record of manufacturing/supplying similar Category Products to Central/State Govt Organizations for at least 3 years with contract copies.
- Compliance: Data sheets must match offered specifications; non-conforming bids risk rejection. Ensure GST compliance and end-user certificate alignment where applicable.
- Obsolescence Clause: Offered products should have at least 5 years residual market life; avoid end-of-life declarations by OEMs.
- Hazardous Materials: For hazardous items, pre-dispatch safety measures per regulatory requirements must be observed.
- Documentation: Prepare standard bid documents including GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD, OEM authorizations, and technical compliance certificates.
Key Specifications
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Explosives/Narcotics Trace Detector with barcode-enabled sample collectors
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Detection modes, sample collection/acquisition and analysis time
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Radiation-type detector source; radiation safety certification
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Inbuilt display, test result printing and date/time stamping
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Operating temp range and humidity specs
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Dust, vibration, shock, water intrusion, salt, rain and altitude conformity
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Need NABL/ILAC-accredited lab test reports
Terms & Conditions
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Up to 25% quantity variation with extension rules
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3+ years govt/PSU supply experience required
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5+ years residual market life for offered products
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GST and End User certifications as applicable
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Data sheet must match offered product
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Exact payment terms are not provided in the data; bidders must refer to the bid document for sequence (e.g., advance, milestone, delivery-based payments) and any statutory GST handling.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery can be adjusted within a 25% quantity window; extended delivery requires calculating additional time per the formula with a minimum 30 days.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalty terms are not enumerated here; bidders should review the contract for LD clauses tied to delivery delays and non-conformance with data-sheet specifications.
Bidder Eligibility
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Minimum 3 years of Govt. or PSU supply experience for similar detectors
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Demonstrated financial stability with verifiable statements
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Non-liquidation, non-bankruptcy status and compliance with GST
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
No
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
16
OEM Avg. Turnover
100
Past Performance
50 %
Warranty Period
3 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
Explosives / Narcotics Trace Detector (Q3)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
39
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Guntur
Delivery Pincodes
522502
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pragada Raju | 522502,O/o Addl.Director General of Police, Operations ,OCTOPUS, Plot No. 8-44 & 45, Ranga Complex, Near Deepika Restaurant, Vaddeswaram(village), Tadepalli (Mandal), Guntur (Dist) | Guntur | Andhra Pradesh | 522502 | 1 | 30 | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9742678.pdf
Main Document
CATALOG-Specification-1
CATALOG Specification
Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
4
Corrigendum Updates
1 Update Update
Extended Deadline
31-Aug-2026, 3:30 am
Opening Date
31-Aug-2026, 4:00 am
Required Documents
GST certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates showing 3+ years govt/PSU supply
Financial statements
EMD document as per bid terms
Technical data sheet of offered detector
OEM authorization letters
End User Certificate (if requested)
Technical Specifications
1 Item
Item #1 Details
View Catalog| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Type | Benchtop, Handheld |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Technology | Automated Colorimetrics, Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS), Raman Spectroscopy, FTIR Spectroscopy, Integrated FTIR and Raman Spectroscopy, Amplified Fluorescent Polymer (AFP) |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Detector Source - RadiationType | Non-Radioactive, Radioactive |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Detection modes | Explosives, Narcotics, Both Explosives & Narcotics |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Sample collection/Acquisition | Swipe- Card, Surface Wipes, Particulates, Particles and Vapours, Dipstick tracking trace particles, Point and Shoot |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Each Sample collector uniquely bar coded | Yes, No |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Number of Sample Collectors such as Swipe-Cards/Detector Cards/Surface Wipes/Sampling Swabs/Traps/Paper supplied | 200, 400, 600, 800, 1000, NA |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Types of Explosives Detected | Nitroaromatics (TNT, TNB, DNT, DNB, Tetryl), Nitramines (Pyrodex / Triple 8, Gunpowder, Nitroglycerin), Nitrate Esters (HMX, RDX, PETN, SEMTEX, EGDN, C4, NG, Smokeless Powders), Inorganic Nitrates (Ammonium Nitrate, Urea Nitrate, Potassium Nitrate), Chlorates (Sodium Chlorate, Potassium Chlorate), Peroxides (TATP, HMTD), Perchlorates, NA |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Types of Drugs /Narcotics Detected | Methamphetamine, Cocaine, THC– Marijuana, Opiates, Synthetic Cannabinoids, Ketamine, Heroin, NA |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Analysis / Detection time | 10, 90, 120, 150, 180, 210, 240 Or lower |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Warm-up Time (Cold start) (Maximum) | 0.25, 1, 5, 10, 20, 30 |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Bakeout Time/ Time betweenTwo Successive Tests(MINUTES) | < 1, < 5, < 15, < 30 |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | IP Protection | IP 54, IP 55, IP 56, IP 57, IP 58, IP 65, IP 66, IP 67, IP 68, N/A FOR BENCHTOP |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Radiation Hazard during Testing | Yes, No |
| TYPE / PERFORMANCE / SAFETY | Availability of Radiation Safe Certificate | Yes, NA |
| DISPLAY / STORAGE / CONNECTIVITY | Type of Display | COLOR LCD, COLOR TFT, Tochscreen LCD, Touchscreen TFT |
| DISPLAY / STORAGE / CONNECTIVITY | Test result printing | Through inbuilt Printer, Through external printer |
| DISPLAY / STORAGE / CONNECTIVITY | If inbuilt printer, Type of printer | Thermal printer, Dot matrix, Laser b/w, Inkjet b/w, Color laser, Color inkjet, N/A |
| DISPLAY / STORAGE / CONNECTIVITY | Date / time Stamp in Entries | Yes, No |
| GENERIC | Weight | < 250 g (for Handheld), < 500 g (for Handheld), < 1000 g (for Handheld), < 2000 g (for Handheld), < 30 kg (for Benchtop) |
| OPERATING CONDITION | Minimum Operating temperature | -5, -10, -20, 0, 10, 20 Or lower |
| OPERATING CONDITION | Maximum Operating temperature | 35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70 Or higher |
| OPERATING CONDITION | Operating humidity at 40 deg C | 80, 85, 90, 95 |
| WARRANTY | Warranty | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Dust test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Vibration test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Shock test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Water Intrusion test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Conformity to Salt test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Rain test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Conformity to Altitude test as per: | MIL-STD-810 F, MIL-STD-810 G, NA |
| CERTIFICATION | Availability of Test Reports from Central Govt/ NABL/ILAC acredited lab to prove confirmity to the Specifications | Yes, No |
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDHRA PRADESH tender market
How to bid for the explosives trace detector tender in Guntur Andhra Pradesh 2026
Bidders must submit complete technical and financial bids along with GST registration, PAN, and EMD as per the terms. Ensure data sheets precisely reflect offered detector capabilities (sample collectors, detection modes, and radiation safety). The vendor should demonstrate a minimum of 3 years govt-sector experience and provide contract references.
What documents are required for the trace detector tender in Andhra Pradesh
Mandatory documents include GST certificate, PAN card, past performance certificates proving 3+ years of govt supply, financial statements, end-user certificate format (if requested), OEM authorization letters, and the technical data sheet matching the bid. Ensure the EMD document is submitted in the specified format with the bid.
What are the technical standards for the radiation-based trace detector bid
Procurement requires conformity to extensive safety and environmental tests, including dust, vibration, shock, water intrusion, salt, rain, and altitude tests. Confirm availability of Central Govt/NABL/ILAC-lab test reports and ensure the detector supports barcode-enabled sample collectors and radiation-safe operation during testing.
When is delivery expected after contract award for the detector
Delivery timing follows the option clause: quantity may vary up to 25%, with the extended period calculated as (Additional quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum of 30 days. The baseline delivery date is defined in the purchase order and may adjust with quantity variations.
What is required to prove government procurement experience for this tender
Provide copies of contracts showing supply of similar category products to Central/State Govt organizations or PSUs for at least 3 years. Include annual value and quantity shipped per year, with a primary product value meeting the threshold in case of bundles.
What is the warranty and post-sale support expectation for the detector
Warranty terms must be clearly stated in the data sheet; bidders should specify duration and coverage for maintenance, spare parts, and service response times. It is essential that post-sale support aligns with government procurement expectations and any mandatory AMC options.
How to verify that the detector meets radiation safety requirements
Request and review the Radiation Safe Certificate and tester reports. Verify that test laboratories are NABL/ILAC-accredited, and confirm the detector’s compliance with ID and safety standards; ensure results document date consistency with delivery and warranty terms.
What does the data sheet verification imply for bid acceptance
Bid acceptance hinges on exact parameter matching between the data sheet and delivered product. Any unexplained mismatch can lead to bid rejection. Ensure the data sheet lists publication date, model numbers, certifications, and test reports to align with offered specifications.