Indian Institute Of Technology Procurement Qualitative PCR Machine (Thermal Cycler) - India 2026

Tender Overview

• The procuring organization is the Indian Institute Of Technology (IIT) under the Department Of Higher Education for a Qualitative PCR Machine (Thermal Cycler). The contract scope focuses on procurement of a single unit (or specified quantity) of a thermal cycler with programmable ramp features and warranty options. The tender includes free delivery at site with loading/unloading and installation/commissioning within the contract price. A 25% quantity variation right is reserved by the Purchaser during contract execution. The opportunity emphasizes delivery timing, installation, and comprehensive warranty options as differentiators in the bid.

• Key differentiators include the potential for an option-based warranty and the supplier’s ability to support installation and commissioning as part of the contract price. The tender’s emphasis on ramp-rate capabilities implies a need for precise thermal cycling performance suitable for qualitative PCR workflows. The lack of BOQ items suggests a streamlined procurement for a single equipment lot, with the option to scale quantities later within the specified percentage limits.

• Location and exact project site are not disclosed in the data provided, but the procurement is categorized under government procurement channels and targets a high-precision molecular biology instrument in an educational/government research setting.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Qualitative PCR Machine (Thermal Cycler) with programmable ramp rates

• Ramp rate requirements: Maximum Heating Ramp rate and Maximum Cooling Ramp rate to be specified by bidder (exact numeric targets not provided); device should support Adjustable Heating / Cooling Ramp Rate for flexible cycling

• Warranty: Warranty in Years with an option for a comprehensive warranty through bidding

• Installation/Commissioning: Included within contract price; delivery terms indicate Free Delivery at Site including loading/unloading

• Standards/Compliance: Not explicitly specified in data; bidders should align with standard commercial terms and supplier should provide installation support

• Additional notes: The tender envisions a standard procurement flow via GeM with performance security and delivery within contractual timelines; the terms allow quantity variation up to 25% during ordering and currency, with delivery time adjustments calculated using a defined formula and minimum 30 days

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Delivery: Free Delivery at Site including loading/unloading; installation/commissioning included in contract price
• Delivery timeline: Delivery must be completed as per contract; modifications require mutual agreement; time is the essence of the contract
• Quantity variation: Purchaser may increase or decrease quantity by up to 25% during contract execution; extended delivery time follows a defined calculation
• Payment/Performance: Performance security may be forfeited for non-performance; taxes/duties included in contract price
• Documentation: Ensure compliance with standard tender submission practices; consider OEM authorizations and technical compliance certificates if applicable
• Warranty: Option for comprehensive warranty available through bidding; supersedes catalogue warranty if chosen