ICAR procurement Horizontal Electrophoresis System Vizhinjam Kerala 2026 - IS 550 compliant, On-site Installation

Tender Overview

The Indian Council Of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Department of Agricultural Research and Education, seeks a Horizontal Electrophoresis System for deployment at Vizhinjam, Trivandrum, Kerala. The scope includes on-site installation, performance certification, and service support with a potential 25% quantity variation. Unique aspects include demand for a multi-output power supply, comprehensive warranty, and demonstration of prior installations in government settings. The tender emphasizes exact performance parameters for gel tray dimensions, combs, and unit construction, with a delivery and commissioning arrangement tied to consignee location. This procurement targets suppliers with strong service networks and capability to furnish a performance certificate post-installation.

ICAR procurement requires a system supporting at least three output terminals, clear LED readouts, and safety features. The buyer insists on a functional service center within the state of the consignee or timely establishment within 30 days of award, with installation at the Vizhinjam CMFRI facility. The option clause allows quantity adjustments up to 25% at contracted rates, influencing delivery planning and timelines.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Horizontal Electrophoresis System; detailed performance parameters include gel tray length (cm), gel tray width (cm), number of well combs, comb thickness (mm), unit construction (Moulded/Fabricated), and electrode type (Fixed/Removable).
• Power supply: minimum three output terminals for constant voltage/current, specified output range, LED display for voltage/current/power/time, plus defined safety features.
• Electrical & material standards: system must meet specified safety and quality criteria; warranty duration to be stated in years; on-site demonstration of performance likely required.
• Warranty & deployment: Comprehensive warranty period; performance certificate deliverable to buyer on demand; installations at central/state/PSU hospitals as indicated by order and service documentation.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery terms: installation at Vizhinjam, Trivandrum, Kerala; delivery timelines tied to order; option to extend as per 25% quantity variation.
• Service centres: bidder must have a Functional Service Centre in the state; if not available, establish within 30 days with documentary evidence for payment release.
• Financial & compliance: bidder must be financially sound (no liquidation/receivership); GST as applicable; submit requisite tax and compliance documents; eligibility criteria include maintaining satisfactory performance history and providing necessary certificates.
• Documentation: ensure all certificates and bid documents uploaded per ATC; installation clause included without extra cost; GST handling as per actuals.