Directorate Of Collegiate Education Higher Education Kerala Impedance Spectroscopy Analyzer and Lab Equipment Tender 2025

Tender Overview

The Directorate Of Collegiate Education under the Higher Education Department, Kerala invites bids for a suite of laboratory equipment including impedance spectroscopy analyzer, hot air oven, muffle furnace 1000 C, hydrothermal furnace, Teflon cups, high temperature furnace up to 1600 C, double distillation unit with safety feature, digital weighing balance, hydraulic press, and platinum crucible. Estimated value is not disclosed; however, the project is supported by an EMD of ₹1500. The procurement spans multiple high-accuracy instruments, indicating a comprehensive chemistry/physics lab upgrade. The BOQ lists 10 items, though individual quantities/units are not specified. The buyer reserves quantity variation up to 25% during both initial and extended delivery periods, with delivery time adjustments proportional to the changed quantities. The tender aims to consolidate modern lab infrastructure under Kerala’s government procurement regime, emphasizing standard-compliant, risk-mitigated delivery.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product names and categories: impedance spectroscopy analyzer, hot air oven, muffle furnace 1000 C, hydrothermal furnace, Teflon cups, high temperature furnace to 1600 C, double distillation unit with safety feature, digital weighing balance, hydraulic press, platinum crucible.
• EMD: ₹1500 as security deposit via accepted tender channels.
• BOQ: Total items = 10; specific item quantities not disclosed.
• Delivery/option clause: quantity may be increased up to 25%; delivery period adjusted by formula: (Increase/Original) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days, extendable to original delivery period.
• Standards/Quality: Not specified in data; bidders must comply with general procurement norms and ensure safe operation of high-temperature equipment.
• Delivery location: Not specified; procurement body is Kerala’s Directorate of Collegiate Education.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Option Clause: Purchaser can alter quantity by ±25% at contract placement and during currency at contracted rates.
• Delivery timelines: Extended delivery time calculation applies after original delivery period; minimum extension is 30 days.
• Payment terms: Not specified in data; bidders should anticipate standard government terms (to be clarified in bid documents).
• Documentation: GST, PAN, experience certificates, and financial statements are typically required; OEM authorizations and technical compliance certificates may be needed, depending on tender terms.
• EMD details: ₹1500; specify payment method in tender documents.
• Warranty/Support: Not specified in data; bidders should verify warranty and post-installation support in the bid pack.
• Eligibility: Prior experience in supplying laboratory equipment and compliance with local procurement rules is typically required; verify with the tender notice.