Tender Overview
The Indian Air Force (Department Of Military Affairs) issues a procurement tender for six items across pharmaceuticals and inhalation products, with an estimated value of ₹45,507. Items include DICLOFENAC GEL 1% in 30 g tubes, LEVOFLOXACIN 500 mg tablets, ANTACID tablets, OLAPATADINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.1% ophthalmic solution, TENOFOVIR 300 mg tablets, and BUDESONIDE FORMOTEROL INHALATION POWDER (Symbicort Turbuhaler). Location and start/end dates are not disclosed; however, the award will reflect itemized medical supplies for IAF needs. A notable differentiator is the supplier’s ability to meet 18‑month shelf life and brand/date labeling requirements, with optional quantity adjustments up to ±25%. The scope emphasizes shelf stability, traceability, and timely delivery, under the standard option clause governing contract quantities. Bidders must comply with ATC clauses and replacement policies for near‑expiry stock.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Items covered: DICLOFENAC GEL 1% (30 g tube), LEVOFLOXACIN 500 mg tablets, ANTACID tablets, OLAPATADINE HYDROCHLORIDE 0.1% OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION, TENOFOVIR 300 mg tablets, BUDESONIDE FORMOTEROL INHALATION POWDER (Symbicort Turbuhaler).
- Shelf life requirement: 18 months minimum from the date of supply.
- Labeling: each unit must show brand name and date of manufacturing clearly.
- Stock replacement: supplier must replace unconsumed stock at least 3 months prior to expiry.
- Quantities: tender includes a 25% option clause for quantity variation during bidding and contract performance.
- Delivery: delivery timelines are linked to the original delivery order and may extend with the option clause; exact delivery days are calculated per the clause.
- Compliance: bids must adhere to the ATC terms and ensure shelf stability and traceability for medical items.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not specified in the data; bidders should verify exact amount in tender documents.
- Delivery terms: quantity can be increased/decreased up to 25%; delivery period recalculated with a minimum of 30 days.
- Shelf life and labeling: mandatory 18‑month shelf life; brand name and MFD date to be visible on each unit.
- Replacement policy: supplier must replace stock expiring earlier than contract end by up to 3 months prior to expiry.
- Special ATC clauses: bidders must review uploaded ATC document and comply with all terms.
- Eligibility: standard procurement eligibility applies; suppliers must ensure medical compliance and traceability for pharmaceutical items.
