Export Inspection Council Of India Helium Gas Refilling Tender 99.995% Purity, Department Of Commerce, India 2026

Tender Overview

The Export Inspection Council Of India (EIC), under the Department Of Commerce, invites bids for refilling of industrial gases in cylinders, specifically Helium Gas purified to 99.995% purity per cubic meter. The procurement focuses on safe cylinder refilling, with bidder obligations for genuine gas supply, non-toxicity, and health safety documentation. A key ATC clause allows a 25% adjustment in contract quantity or duration. Bidders must demonstrate financial stability and provide OEM authorization where applicable. The opportunity targets suppliers with established gas filling capability and nationwide service reach, including a dedicated support presence. The tender emphasizes service availability within the consignee’s state and clear escalation pathways for service issues.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: Helium gas refilling in cylinders; purity: 99.995% per cubic meter.
• Delivery/service scope includes supply continuity, non-toxicity guarantees, and MSDS where applicable.
• Authorisation: OEM/Original Equipment Manufacturer authorization required for distributors.
• Service availability: an office of the service provider must be located in the consignee state; dedicated toll-free support number required.
• Customer support: Escalation matrix with linked contact numbers must be provided.
• Documentation: Bid must include all certificates and documents requested in the bid, ATC, and corrigenda.
• Safety: Gas supplied must be non-toxic and harmless to health; MSDS to be provided if applicable.
• Notably, there are no BOQ items; focus is on compliance and service capability.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and exact value are not disclosed in the available data; bidders must comply with standard EMD submission where applicable.
• Bidder must not be under liquidation or bankruptcy and should upload an undertaking.
• Only products with at least 3 years residual market life are eligible; avoid end-of-life items.
• Manufacturer authorization from OEM is required for authorized distributors.
• Service provider must have a local office in the consignee state and provide a toll-free service line and escalation matrix.
• Documentation and certificates must be uploaded as required; non-submission will lead to rejection.