Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute For Medical Sciences And Technology surgical sutures tender Trivandrum Kerala - Braided Polyester 2-0 Tapercut PTFE Pledget 75 cm 2026
Bid Publish Date
06-Oct-2026, 9:40 am
Bid End Date
16-Oct-2026, 10:00 am
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • SCTIMST procurement of sterile, non-absorbable braided polyester surgical sutures with PTFE pledget
- • Exact product: size 2-0, 17mm half-circle tapercut, PTFE pledget 6mm x 3mm x 1.5mm
- • Packaging: 1 box containing 6 packets; each packet 10 sutures; colors 5 white + 5 green; length 75 cm
- • Samples required with bid cover referencing bid number; address: Sr. Purchase Officer (P6), AMCHSS SCTIM
- • Option clause allows ±25% quantity change during and after contract at contracted rates
- • Invoices must be GST-compliant; consignee GSTIN; GST portal payment proof required
- • Distributor/OEM authorization required; Make in India participation restriction for some foreign bidders
- • Compliance with applicable certificates and ATC; terms may include penalties/LD if not met
Tender Overview
Organization: Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute For Medical Sciences And Technology (sctimst). Product: Sterile, non-absorbable braided polyester surgical suture, green/white coated, size 2-0 with 17mm half-circle tapercut and pledget (PTFE 6mm x 3mm x 1.5mm). Packaging: 1 box containing 6 packets; each packet includes 10 sutures with 5 white and 5 green, length 75 cm. Samples: Bidder must submit samples with bid cover; sample must reference bid number. Delivery & address: Samples to Sr. Purchase Officer (P6), AMCHSS SCTIM.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Sterility: Sterile; non-absorbable; braided polyester with color coating (green/white).
- Size & geometry: Size 2-0, 17 mm half-circle (tapercut), pledget of PTFE 6mm x 3mm x 1.5mm.
- Packaging details: Each box contains 6 packets; each packet 10 sutures; composition with 5 white and 5 green sutures; total length 75 cm per suture.
- Compliance notes: Manufacturer authorization required for distributors; invoice to be raised in consignee name with GSTIN of consignee; GST paid via portal upload of GST invoice screenshot.
- Sample submission: Samples with bid number must be provided by the bid opening date; address: SCTIM AMCHSS Purchase Office.
- Delivery period: Clause allows quantity variation up to ±25%; delivery commence from last date of original order; extended period uses a formula to calculate time with minimum of 30 days.
- GST/pricing: GST should be checked by bidder; reimbursement as actuals or applicable rates; CAP on GST percentage.
- Origin rule: Make in India/preference clause applies; foreign supplier participation restricted.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/guarantee: Not specified in data; bidders should review ATC for exact EMD requirements.
- Delivery & quantities: Option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 25% during contract; completion timing ties to original/delivery period with adjustments as defined.
- Documentation: OEM authorization, GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and other bid certificates as required by ATC.
- Invoices: Invoice to be raised in consignee name with GSTIN; GST upload proof required on GeM portal.
- Compliance: Indian suppliers only; Make in India preference clause applies; ensure all certificates in bid document are uploaded.
- Warranty & penalties: Not explicitly stated; bidders should confirm during bid submission; ATC may include LD provisions.
Key Specifications
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Sterile, non-absorbable braided polyester surgical suture
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Color: green and white coated
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Size: 2-0; 17 mm half-circle tapercut
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Pledget: PTFE 6mm x 3mm x 1.5mm
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Box contents: 6 packets; each packet 10 sutures; 75 cm length; 5 white, 5 green
Terms & Conditions
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Option to adjust quantity ±25% during contract at contracted rates
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GST handling and invoicing in consignee name with GSTIN
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OEM authorization mandatory for distributors; samples required
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST to be reimbursed as actuals or applicable rate; payment terms align with GeM/ATC; invoice must reflect consignee GSTIN
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period starts from last date of original delivery order; extended period calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period with minimum 30 days
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
ATC may specify LD for late delivery or non-compliance; exact % not provided in data
Bidder Eligibility
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Indian supplier eligibility with Make in India preference considerations
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OEM authorization for distributors/suppliers
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Conformity with IS/ISO-like standards where applicable (tender data specifies no explicit standard)
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
84
Bid Type
Single Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Surgical Sutures (Q2)
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
365
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Thiruvananthapuram
Delivery Pincodes
695011
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neena Sunny | 695011,Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute For Medical Science and Technology,Medical College PO, Trivandrum | Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala | 695011 | 84 | 365 | - |
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Documents 2
GeM-Bidding-9972483.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
PAN card
Experience certificates for similar surgical suture supply
Financial statements (last financial year / audited if available)
EMD documentation as required by ATC
Technical bid documents demonstrating product conformity
OEM authorization / Manufacturer Authorization for distributors
GST invoice sample and GST portal GST payment confirmation
Any other certificates sought in Bid Document/ATC/Corrigendum
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about KERALA tender market
How to bid for SCTIMST surgical sutures tender in Trivandrum 2026
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and OEM authorization along with the technical bid. Ensure samples referencing the bid number are delivered to SCTIMST AMCHSS before bid opening. Comply with the option quantity clause and provide a GST-compliant invoice in consignee name with GSTIN.
What documents are required for SCTIMST suture procurement bid in Kerala
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for similar supply, audited financial statements, EMD documentation per ATC, OEM authorization, technical compliance, and GST invoice sample with payment proof. All certificates must be uploaded as per ATC/Corrigendum.
What are the technical specifications for the 2-0 tapercut suture in this tender
Suture must be sterile, non-absorbable, braided polyester, green/white coated; size 2-0; 17 mm half-circle tapercut; pledget PTFE 6mm × 3mm × 1.5mm; each box has 6 packets, 10 sutures per packet, total 75 cm length.
When is the bid submission for the SCTIMST suture tender likely deadline
Exact bid opening date is not provided here; bidders should monitor GeM portal and tender ATC for the official bid opening date and submit samples by that date; ensure GST invoice and documents are ready beforehand.
What are the GST and invoicing requirements for SCTIMST suture supply
Invoices must be raised in the consignee name with the consignee GSTIN; upload scanned GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation on GeM; GST reimbursement is at actual or applicable rates, capped by tender GST percentage.
Who can participate in SCTIMST foreign supplier restrictions and Make in India
Indian suppliers are preferred; foreign bidders may be restricted per the Make in India clause. Ensure OEM authorization is provided if you are a distributor and comply with ATC that may limit participation from certain foreign governments.
What is the scope change allowance for quantity in this suture tender
The purchaser may adjust quantity by ±25% at contracted rates; additional delivery time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days, with extension possible up to the original delivery period.
What samples are required for the SCTIMST sutures bid in 2026
Samples must be furnished with bid cover and must reference the bid number; deliver to Sr. Purchase Officer (P6), AMCHSS SCTIM; ensure sample packaging matches the box/packet configuration described (6 packets, 10 sutures per packet, 75 cm length).