National Aluminium Company Limited Medicines Tender Bhubaneswar ABL 9 Radiometer Cartridge 2026

Tender Overview

National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) in Bhubaneswar invites bids for the supply of medicines in two lots under the identified scope, with delivery constraints and OEM authorization requirements. The contract scope is limited to the supply of goods, with upfront bid conditions including compliance to packaging, shelf life, and inspection terms. The project emphasizes vendor authorization from the principal vendor and timely delivery within a six-month window, with a 45-day milestone for the first lot. The unique acceptance criterion centers on final acceptance at NALCO Hospital and compliance with packing slogans such as "NALCO STOCK, NOT FOR SALE" to prevent misallocation.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: Medicines as per the scope, including shelf-life and batch verification
• OEM authorization: Tender-specific authorization from the principal vendor required; distributor/dealer partnerships must provide valid OEM certificates
• Shelf life: Latest batch within 3–6 months from manufacturing; minimum expiry 18 months from supply or 70% shelf life remaining at delivery
• Packing/Labeling: Proper packing to prevent damage; clearly marked with "NALCO STOCK, NOT FOR SALE" on all packs
• Delivery: Two lots within six months; first lot 50% of ordered quantities to be delivered within 45 days from GeM contract date; second lot within remainder period
• Inspection: Final inspection at NALCO Hospital with binding acceptance results
• Warranty/quality: Certification confirming genuineness and batch traceability; replacement of near-expiry stock upon advance notice
• Documentation: Compliance with bid document, ATC, and corrigenda; technical bid in T1 format on firm letterhead

Terms & Eligibility

• EMD/guarantee details: Not explicitly disclosed; bidders must upload required certificates as per bid documents
• Authorization: OEM authorization certificate tender-specific; valid and signed with name, designation, contact details
• Delivery terms: 45 days for first lot; total delivery within six months
• Returns: Free replacement for near-expiry stock with two months advance notice before expiry
• Inspection: Final acceptance at NALCO Hospital; results binding
• Packaging: Clear labelling and appropriate protective packing to avoid transport damage