North Eastern Railway NABL Accredited Testing Laboratories for Drinking Water Analysis Tender 2026
Bid Publish Date
19-Oct-2026, 10:58 am
Bid End Date
05-Nov-2026, 11:00 am
EMD
₹32,036
Value
₹16,01,779
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Organization: North Eastern Railway (Indian Railways) seeks NABL-certified laboratories for testing of drinking water quality analysis and bacteriological analysis, as well as preparation of food & agri product samples under quality control. Estimated value: ₹1,601,779.2 with EMD ₹32,036. Scope includes collection of drinking water samples for chemical and bacteriological testing and food sample analysis under quality control. Location details are not specified; the buyer mandates a local service provider with an office in the consignee’s state, and emphasizes NABL certification as a qualifying criterion.
This procurement emphasizes independent laboratory testing services for railways, focusing on compliance with standards and timely reporting, with a 25% option to expand quantity or duration during contract issuance. A unique requirement is the NABL accreditation and local office presence, which affects bid viability and service reach across the railway network.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
EMD: ₹32,036 (as per tender)
Estimated value: ₹1,601,779.2
Laboratory scope: Drinking water chemical analysis, drinking water bacteriological analysis, and food quality samples under quality control
Certification requirement: NABL Certification of Lab (documentary evidence to be submitted)
Office requirement: Service provider must have an office in the state of the consignee
Contract flexibility: 25% quantity/duration variation allowed at contract issue, potentially extending scope post-award
GCC compliance: Railway General Conditions of Contract apply
Delivery/Reporting expectations: Timely collection, analysis, and reporting aligned with railway testing timelines
BOQ status: No items listed; scope appears service and testing oriented rather than hardware purchase
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹32,036 to accompany bid
- Experience/eligibility: NABL-certified lab with evidence; local office in consignee state
- Delivery terms: Timely sample collection and analysis reporting; standard railway timelines
- Documentation: NABL certificate, GST/PAN, organizational details, proof of local presence, financial statements
- Contract variation: Up to 25% increase in quantity or duration at contract issue
- Applicable contracts: Railway General Conditions of Contract
- Other: Ensure compliance with NABL and railway-specific terms for service providers
Key Specifications
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Lab testing scope includes: drinking water chemical analysis, drinking water bacteriological analysis, and food sample analysis under quality control
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EMD amount: ₹32,036
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Estimated contract value: ₹1,601,779.2
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NABL certification required for laboratory qualification
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Office of service provider must be located in the state of the consignee
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Contract quantity/duration may be increased by up to 25% at tender issue
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Railway General Conditions of Contract apply to the contract
Terms & Conditions
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NABL-certified laboratory with local office presence required
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EMD of ₹32,036 and estimated value ₹1,601,779.2
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25% scope/quantity variation allowed during contract issuance
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Railway contract will follow standard payment terms per GCC; ensure alignment with EMD submission and milestone/verification of test reports
Delivery Schedule
Timely sample collection, analysis, and reporting per railway testing timelines; maintain sample chain-of-custody
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
LD provisions will be as per Railway General Conditions of Contract; detailed LD rates not specified in data
Bidder Eligibility
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NABL-certified laboratory with valid accreditation
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Local office in the consignee state
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Demonstrated experience in drinking water and food sample testing
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Financial stability evidenced by annual financial statements
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1920
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
10 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
2403
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Selection of Laboratories for Testing of Products/Material - Drinking water; Collection of Drinking water for chemical analysis; Sample; Chemical , Selection of Laboratories for Testing of Products/Material - Drinking water; Collection of Drinking water for Bacteriological analysis; Sample; Collection of Drinking water for Bacteriological analysis , Selection of Laboratories for Testing of Products/Material - Food & agri products; Collection of food sample under quality control; Sample; food quality analysis under food quality control
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
15
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Lucknow
Delivery Pincodes
226001
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranjana Paatni | 226001,NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY , DRM OFFICE 10 ,ASHOK MARG ,HAZARAT GANJ ,LUCKNOW | Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | 226001 | 192 | - | - |
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-10048987.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
NABL Certification of Lab (valid documentary evidence)
Lab's local office address proof in the consignee state
Experience certificates in conducting drinking water chemical and bacteriological analysis
Financial statements for the last 2-3 years
Technical bid submission documents
OEM authorizations or agency approvals (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about UTTAR PRADESH tender market
How to bid for NABL-certified lab testing tender in NE Railway 2026
Bidders must submit NABL certificate, GST, PAN, and financials along with technical bid. Provide evidence of local office in the consignee state and prior experience in drinking water and food sample analysis. The EMD is ₹32,036; contract value approx ₹1.60 million, with 25% scope variation.
What documents are required for NABL laboratory testing bid NE Railway
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, NABL certification, local office proof, lab experience certificates, financial statements for 2-3 years, technical bid, and any OEM authorizations. These ensure eligibility and compliance with Railway GCC.
What are the technical requirements for drinking water analysis tender NE Railway
Technical scope covers chemical and bacteriological analysis of drinking water plus food sample testing under quality control. The bidder must present NABL certification and demonstrate capability to perform timely sample collection and reporting according to railway timelines.
What is the EMD amount for NE Railway lab testing tender 2026
The Earnest Money Deposit is ₹32,036. Submit via online payment or DD as per tender terms, ensuring the EMD accompanies the bid to qualify for technical evaluation.
What is the contract value and scope variation allowed NE Railway
Estimated value is ₹1,601,779.2. The buyer may increase contract quantity or duration by up to 25% at the time of issue and post-award, with consent of the service provider for lumpsum services.
What standards and certifications are required for NE Railway labs
Required NABL certification for the laboratory, local presence in the consignee state, and compliance with Railway GCC. Provide corresponding certificates and documentary evidence during bid submission.
When will NE Railway evaluate and award the NABL lab testing bid 2026
Award timelines are governed by Railway GEOC terms; ensure timely submission of NABL and local office proofs to facilitate evaluation and potential contract issuance within standard railways procurement cycles.
Which categories of testing are included in NE Railway drinking water tender
Categories include chemical analysis of drinking water, bacteriological analysis of drinking water, and quality-controlled analysis of food samples. Laboratories must provide testing reports meeting relevant IS/water quality standards, with NABL accreditation.