Central University of Punjab Inverted Research Microscope Tender 2025 IS 5204 (Q3) Punjab

Tender Overview

Central University of Punjab invites bids for an Inverted Research Microscope compliant with IS 5204 (Q3), under the Department of Higher Education. Estimated value: ₹455,500. Scope includes supply, installation, testing, and commissioning. Location is Punjab; no BOQ items reported. The tender allows a 25% quantity variation during and after contract award at contracted rates, with delivery timelines tied to the original schedule. Unique emphasis on post-sale support and OEM warranty, with service-centre coverage in India. This procurement targets science laboratories requiring IS 5204-compliant microscopy equipment with reliable after-sales service.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Inverted Research Microscope aligned to IS 5204 (Q3) requirements as the procurement basis.
• Quantity: Not specified in BOQ; scope includes supply, installation, and commissioning.
• Standards/Certifications: IS 5204 (Q3) conformance; OEM warranty certificates required at delivery; service-centre presence in each consignee state where applicable.
• Delivery/Installation: Includes on-site installation, commissioning, and training per supply contract; after-sales support network must be established or demonstrated within 30 days of award.
• Experience/Proof: Past project experience acceptable via contract/invoice or client execution certificate; past projects should demonstrate relevant microscopy supply or service.
• Warranty/Support: OEM warranty and post-sales service with regional centres; documentary evidence of functional service centre required to release payment.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: Not disclosed in tender data; bidders must note the option clause enabling up to 25% quantity variation at contracted rates.
• Delivery: Delivery period is governed by the original delivery order; additional time calculations apply if order quantity increases.
• Payment: Release of payments contingent on submission of service centre documentation and post-delivery verification; warranty terms to be specified in vendor’s certificate.
• Documentation: OEM authorization and warranty certificates to accompany goods; past experience proof via contracts, invoices, or client certificates.
• Warranty/Penalties: Warranty period as per specifications; after-sales maintenance and troubleshooting capabilities required; service centres must be established within 30 days if not present.
• Other: Scope includes supply, installation, testing and commissioning; bidders must comply with option clause and supply terms.