Tender Overview
Organization: Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST). The procurement is for suture polyglyconate absorbable monofilament (suture material category) to support medical research and clinical programs. Location: Trivandrum, Kerala. The bid includes an option clause allowing a ±25% quantity adjustment and potential extended delivery within contracted rates. Sample submission is required to SCTIMST's AMCHSS in Trivandrum by the bid opening date; GST handling and OEM authorization are emphasized. The opportunity focuses on compliant medical-grade sutures with proper documentation and supplier capability to scale. The unique clause on Make in India and GST invoicing outlines compliance expectations and invoicing discipline.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: suture polyglyconate absorbable monofilament (no published technical specs in the tender).
- Documentation requirements: Manufacturer Authorization from OEM; bid must include OEM details; samples to address provided in Kerala; GST invoice to be raised in the consignee name with GSTIN; GST portal payment confirmation screenshot to be uploaded.
- Delivery & quantities: option to increase quantity by up to 25% during contract; delivery period linked to original delivery schedule with a minimum of 30 days; delivery commencement from last date of original order.
- Compliance: GST applicability as per supplier’s rates; Make in India preference notes apply in procurement terms.
- Special terms: samples must be submitted with bid; non-submission of required certificates can lead to rejection.
Terms & Eligibility
- GST invoicing rules: invoice in consignee name with GSTIN; upload GST payment screenshots on GeM portal.
- Authorization: OEM authorization required for authorized distributors/service providers.
- Quantities & delivery: option to adjust quantity by up to 25%; extended delivery periods calculated at clause, with minimum 30 days.
- Preference note: Make in India restrictions apply; foreign bidders/foreign-origin product restrictions may apply per policy.
- Documentation: bidders must upload all required certificates and documents; samples with bid number to be sent to SCTIMST.
