Indian Army Point of Care Rapid Test Kits Tender 2026 Dengue Malaria Typhoid MDR 2017 India

Tender Overview

The Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs) invites bids for Point of Care Rapid Test Kits for Humans covering Dengue, Malaria, Typhoid & Others. No BOQ items are listed; however, required packaging details include providing positive and negative controls with each pack and a defined number of tests per pack. Compliance with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Medical Device Rules (MDR) 2017 as amended is mandatory, along with a valid Medical Device license issued by the competent authority. Bidders must also meet the ISO 9001 requirement and obtain any applicable BIS/type test certificates. The procurement emphasizes licensed, OEM-authorized supply capable of servicing Indian government buyers with ISO 9001 and MDR-compliant devices. A critical differentiator is the need for material testing and supplier traceability through the buyer’s lab. This opportunity is targeted at suppliers with established government-grade distribution and after-sales support in India.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Test kit type and result time specifications must align with rapid point-of-care diagnostics for tropical diseases.
• Each pack should include positive and negative controls and specify tests per pack.
• Mandatory compliance with Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1940 and Medical Device Rules (MDR) 2017 (as amended).
• Require valid Medical Device license for the product from the competent authority.
• Bidder/OEM must hold ISO 9001 certification; materials must include a Material Test Certificate.
• Upload BIS licenses, type test certificates, and any OEM authorizations as applicable.
• Imported products must have an Indian office for after-sales support.
• All certifications and documents must be provided with the bid.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Mandatory documents: PAN Card, GSTIN, Cancelled cheque, and EFT mandate certified by bank.
• Experience: bidder or OEM must have 3 years of supplying similar Category Products to Central/State Govt/PSU; provide contracts showing yearly quantities.
• Manufacturer authorization: required if bidding via distributor/service provider, with complete OEM details.
• Option clause: purchaser may modify quantity up to 50% at contract rates; delivery timelines adjust accordingly with a minimum extension of 30 days.
• Imported products: must have Indian registered office for after-sales support; submit certificate.
• Additional certificates: upload BIS license, type test certificates, and other prescribed certificates.
• ISO 9001 and material testing are mandatory; non-compliance leads to rejection.