CSIR Vacuum Scanning Tunneling Microscope Tender Kolkata West Bengal 2026 – Supply, Installation, Testing & Training
Bid Publish Date
31-Aug-2026, 6:30 pm
Bid End Date
12-Oct-2026, 3:00 pm
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Organization: Council Of Scientific And Industrial Research (csir) under the Department Of Scientific And Industrial Research (dsir) located in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL. Category: VACUUM SCANNING TUNNELING MICROSCOPE. Scope includes Supply, Installation, Testing, Commissioning of the microscope, plus training of operators and providing statutory clearances if any. No BOQ items are listed, indicating a potential all-in-one procurement or pending itemization. The bid terms grant option for quantity adjustments up to 25% during contract, with delivery time recalculated accordingly. Emphasizes OEM/authorized reseller involvement and data-sheet conformity. Key differentiator is the requirement for OEM-certified installation and end-user documentation, with GST implications borne by bidders. Tender emphasizes data-sheet match against offered product parameters and mandatory vendor undertaking against financial solvency. This procurement targets advanced instrumentation for CSIR research facilities in Kolkata, with emphasis on post-sales support by OEM resources and clear vendor authorization requirements.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product category: Vacuum Scanning Tunneling Microscope (STM) procurement for CSIR facilities.
- Data Sheet: Mandatory upload of product Data Sheet; must align with supplied parameters to avoid rejection.
- Installation & Commissioning: To be executed by OEM or OEM-certified resource or OEM-authorized reseller.
- End User Certificate: If requested by bidder, provided in Buyer’s standard format.
- Manufacturer Authorization: Required from OEM when bidding via Authorized Distributors/service providers; include full authorization details.
- GST invoicing: Upload GST invoice copy and GST portal payment screenshot on GeM; GST terms to follow applicable rates.
- Delivery & payments: Delivery schedule tied to option clause; extended timelines computed; no explicit quantities in BOQ, suggesting potential variable scope.
- Warranty/Service: Bidder must ensure dedicated technical service personnel as part of post-sale support.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: Not specified in the available data; bidders should refer to tender terms for exact amount or percentage.
- Delivery timeline: Delivery period to commence from the last date of original delivery order; option-based extension mechanics described (minimum 30 days).
- GST: Bidder bears GST applicability; reimbursement at actuals or applicable rates, whichever is lower.
- Data Sheet alignment: Any mismatch between data sheet and technical parameters could lead to rejection.
- Warranty/Support: Adequate number of dedicated service personnel required; OEM-backed support mandated.
- Vendor representation: Bidders must declare no liquidation or bankruptcy and upload a related undertaking.
- End User Certificate: If requested, provided in B2C Buyer format; ensures proper end-use documentation.
- Authorization: OEM/Original Equipment Manufacturer authorization form to be furnished with bid if using authorized distributor.
Key Specifications
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Product: Vacuum Scanning Tunneling Microscope
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Data Sheet: Required; must match offered parameters
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Installation: By OEM or OEM-certified resource or OEM-authorized reseller
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Warranty/Service: Adequate number of dedicated technical service personnel
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Authorization: OEM authorization form required for distributors
Terms & Conditions
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Option to increase/decrease quantity up to 25% with recalculated delivery time
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Bid includes supply, installation, testing, commissioning and operator training
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GST applicability borne by bidder; reimbursement as per actuals or lower applicable rate
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST invoicing must be uploaded on GeM with GST payment screenshot; no explicit advance terms provided in available data.
Delivery Schedule
Delivery starts from last date of original delivery order; extended time calculation uses (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in provided data; standard tender terms imply potential penalties for delays per buyer terms.
Bidder Eligibility
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Not under liquidation or court proceedings; provide undertaking
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Stand-ready to provide OEM authorization or OEM-certified reseller credentials
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Experience in supplying and commissioning advanced scientific instruments
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
RA Qualification Rule
50% Lowest Priced Technically Qualified Bidders
Tech Clarification Time
5 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Warranty Period
7 days
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
VACUUM SCANNING TUNNELING MICROSCOPE
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
38
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
07-09-2026 15:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
A Pre-Bid Conference (PBC) will be held with prospective bidders on 07 September 2026 at 3pm IST, through on-line mode. The link for joining the PBC shall be available on Institute website www.cgcri.res.in. The Pre-Bid Conference is essentially a platform for clarifying issues and clearing doubts, if any, about the Technical specifications and their allied technical/commercial details of the goods and services projected in this Tender Document. Prospective Bidders are requested to send their written queries at least two days prior to the PBC so that the queries can be effectively addressed during the course of the conference. Such written queries may please be sent by e-mail to [email protected]. After the PBC, the techno-commercial requirements may be revised if considered necessary by way of a formal corrigendum to be published on the GEM portal and also on the Institute website. Prospective Bidders should consult the GEM portal/Institute website so that they may submit their bids only after the outcome of the PBC is published on the said portal/website
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
90
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Kolkata
Delivery Pincodes
700032
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TITIR MAITY | 700032,CSIR-CENTRAL GLASS & CERAMIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE 196, RAJA S.C. MULLICK ROAD, P.O. JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY | Kolkata | West Bengal | 700032 | 1 | 90 | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9825596.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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Other Documents
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Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
7
Corrigendum Updates
3 Updates Update
Extended Deadline
12-Oct-2026, 9:30 am
Opening Date
13-Oct-2026, 9:30 am
Update
Update
Extended Deadline
05-Oct-2026, 9:30 am
Opening Date
06-Oct-2026, 9:30 am
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar instrumentation procurement
Financial statements (audited if possible)
EMD documentation as per tender terms (amount/percent)
Technical bid documents including product Data Sheet
OEM authorization or OEM-certified reseller authorization
End User Certificate on Buyer format (if requested)
Manufacturer authorization certificate (if bidding through distributor)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about WEST BENGAL tender market
How to bid for the vacuum STM tender in Kolkata CSIR 2026
Bidders should submit GSTIN, PAN, financial statements, and experience certificates, plus an OEM authorization if bidding through a distributor. Upload the product Data Sheet, End User Certificate if requested, and ensure OEM-partner installation capability. The bid must align with the data-sheet and comply with option-based quantity adjustments during contract.
What documents are required for Kolkata CSIR vacuum STM bid
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, audited financial statements, bidder undertaking against liquidation, OEM authorization, data sheet of the proposed STM, and vendor's installation capability proof. End User Certificate may be requested on Buyer format; ensure GeM GST invoice placeholders are prepared.
What are the installation requirements for the vacuum STM tender
Installation must be performed by OEM or an OEM-certified resource or OEM-authorized reseller. Provide authorization proof, and ensure trained personnel handle commissioning and operator training. The warranty support team should be available for post-installation service as specified by the OEM.
When is delivery expected for the Kolkata CSIR tender
Delivery period starts from the last date of the original delivery order. If the order quantity changes by up to 25%, the extended delivery time is recalculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum extension of 30 days.
What are the GST requirements for the vacuum STM bid
Bidders must manage GST; reimbursement is at actuals or the lower applicable rate. Upload a scanned GST invoice and a GST portal payment screenshot on GeM; ensure invoices reflect the winning bidder’s GST registration and the proper supplier details.
What should be included in OEM authorization for the bid
Submit a formal OEM authorization/authorization form detailing distributor name, contact, email, and phone, plus confirmation of OEM-certified service capability for installation and training. This ensures post-sale support and aligns with the installation requirements.
What happens if data sheet mismatches occur
Data sheet discrepancies can lead to bid rejection. Ensure the Data Sheet precisely matches the offered instrument’s technical parameters, performance specs, and installation requirements; include any deviations with clear justification.
What standards or certifications are required for the CSIR vacuum STM
The tender data does not specify fixed standards; bidders must align with the Data Sheet and OEM specifications. Ensure any required certifications (OEM warranties, installation qualifications) are documented and accessible during bid submission.