Tender Overview
The Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR) through the National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, invites bids for a Gas Chromatography (Q3) procurement with an estimated value of ₹2,500,000 and an EMD of ₹75,000. The notice specifies a single equipment category under GC/Q3 with no explicit technical specs published. Bidders should plan for an OEM authorization if applicable and adhere to GeM ATC terms. The tender emphasizes flexible quantity handling, allowing a 25% upscaling/downscaling at contracted rates and a delivery timeline linked to the original order date. This procurement targets government research needs in agricultural analysis equipment and requires strict acceptance of purchase terms and delivery obligations.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Gas Chromatography (Q3) system
- Estimated value: ₹2,500,000; EMD: ₹75,000
- Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (226001)
- Delivery terms: Option clause permits ±25% quantity variation during contract; delivery period calculated from original delivery date with minimum 30 days when extended
- EMD/PBG: EMD via Demand Draft (DD) in favor of ICAR UNIT NBFGR, Lucknow; hardcopy to be delivered within 5 days of bid end/opening; post-award DD submission allowed as Performance Security in lieu of PBG; DD must be payable at Lucknow
- Bid compliance: OEM authorization form required for distributors; ensure submission of scanned DD with bid and physical copy within specified timelines
- ATC terms: Adherence to platform-specific terms; bidder must comply with suite of conditions when using Authorized Distributors
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD details: ₹75,000 (via DD or GeM as specified); must accompany bid with proof
- Quantity variations: Up to 25% increase/decrease during contract; extended delivery period formula applies with minimum 30 days
- Delivery schedule: Delivery from the original delivery order date; extended duration rules apply
- OEM authorization: Required if bidding through distributor; provide detailed OEM authorization with contact info
- Payment/ security: Post-award, DD submission can substitute PBG; hard copy must reach ICAR NBFGR within 15 days of award
- Documentation: Submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, and financial statements as per ATC if required; ensure hardcopy EMD follows online submission
- Warranty/Support: Not explicitly mentioned; verify during bid opening and procurement discussions