Indian Air Force Rapid Test Kit Tender HIV/Syphilis/HBV/HCV 2026 ISO 9001 DCGI Cold Chain
Bid Publish Date
05-Sep-2026, 3:01 pm
Bid End Date
28-Oct-2026, 9:00 am
Value
₹4,32,936
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Air Force (Department Of Military Affairs) advertises a rapid test kit procurement for HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. Estimated value is ₹432,936 with no BOQ items listed. Location is not specified. Key differentiator is mandatory ISO 9001 certification and DCGI-aligned cold chain compliance for medicines/consumables, plus an OEM authorization requirement. Unique terms include a flexible quantity option up to 50% above/below bid quantity and a minimum shelf life of 2-3 years with at least 5/6th shelf life remaining on delivery. The tender emphasizes GST invoicing on GeM with GST portal payment evidence. The emphasis on material test certificates and lab-based acceptance provides a strict quality gate. This opportunity targets suppliers with certified quality systems and robust cold-chain logistics.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product: Rapid test kit for HIV, Syphilis, HBV, and HCV
- Standards: ISO 9001 certification required (OEM acceptable)
- Quality: Material Test Certificate to be submitted with supply; buyer labs determine acceptance
- Shelf life: minimum 2-3 years at delivery; on delivery, minimum 5/6th shelf life remaining; undertake replacement for unused medicines close to expiry
- Cold chain: maintained per DCGI guidelines for medicines/consumables
- Documentation: PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; OEM authorization where applicable; GST invoice and GST payment screenshot on GeM
- Delivery/quantity: option clause allows ±50% quantity variation; delivery period calculations tied to original delivery timeline
- Warranty/aftermarket: not explicitly stated; compliance with quality certifications is mandatory
- Additional: “Material Test Certificate” to accompany every supply; acceptance based on lab results
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: not specified in data; bidders must ensure GST invoice submission with GeM portal payment proof
- ISO 9001: required for bidder or OEM
- OEM authorization: required when bidding through authorized distributors
- Shelf life: 2-3 years; 5/6th shelf life at delivery
- Delivery terms: 50% quantity option at contract placement; extendable up to original delivery period with minimum 30 days
- Documentation: PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate; vendor code creation documents
- Penalties: not specified; lab-based acceptance governs item eligibility
- Cold chain: DCGI-compliant handling required at all times
Key Specifications
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Product/Service: Rapid test kit for HIV, Syphilis, HBV, HCV
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Standards: ISO 9001 certified (bidder or OEM)
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Quality: Material Test Certificate with supply
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Shelf Life: minimum 2-3 years; 5/6th shelf life remaining at delivery
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Cold Chain: maintained per DCGI guidelines
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Delivery/Quantity: option to increase/decrease quantity by up to 50%
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Documentation: PAN, GST, Cancelled Cheque, EFT Mandate; OEM authorization
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Invoice: GST invoice and GST portal payment confirmation on GeM
Terms & Conditions
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50% quantity variation allowed at contract placement and during currency
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ISO 9001 certification required; OEM authorization mandatory for suppliers
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Shelf life and cold chain requirements governed by DCGI standards
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
GST invoice submission on GeM with GST payment screenshot; no explicit advance terms stated
Delivery Schedule
Delivery period linked to last date of original delivery order; extended period allowed with 30 days minimum
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly defined; acceptance based on Material Test Certificate and laboratory results
Bidder Eligibility
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Must hold ISO 9001 certification (bidder or OEM)
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OEM authorization required for non-manufacturer bids
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Demonstrated capability for cold chain handling under DCGI guidelines
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
252
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
Yes
MII Preference Band
L1+20%
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
2
OEM Avg. Turnover
8
Past Performance
80 %
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Rapid Test Kit for HIV / Syphilis / Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) / Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) (Q2)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
6
Delivery Details
Max Delivery Days
30
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
KANPUR CITY
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | KANPUR CITY | KANPUR CITY | - | - | 252 | 30 | - |
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9796805.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Corrigendum Updates
2 Updates Update
Extended Deadline
28-Oct-2026, 3:30 am
Opening Date
29-Oct-2026, 3:30 am
Update
Extended Deadline
09-Oct-2026, 3:30 am
Opening Date
10-Oct-2026, 3:30 am
Categories
2
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Required Documents
PAN Card copy
GSTIN copy
Cancelled cheque copy
EFT Mandate certified by bank
Manufacturer Authorization / OEM authorization
GST invoice (on GeM portal) with payment screenshot
ISO 9001 certificate (bidder or OEM)
Material Test Certificate to accompany supply
Any DCGI-compliant cold chain documentation (as applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
How to bid for the HIV rapid test kit tender in India Air Force 2026
Bidders must submit PAN, GST, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, and OEM authorization if not the manufacturer. Ensure ISO 9001 certification, Material Test Certificate with supply, and GeM GST invoice with payment proof. The tender allows ±50% quantity variation and requires DCGI-aligned cold chain handling.
What documents are required for the rapid test kit tender in IA F India
Required documents include PAN, GSTIN, cancelled cheque, EFT mandate, OEM authorization, ISO 9001 certificate, Material Test Certificate, and GST invoice with payment screenshot on GeM. Ensure supplier code creation documents are prepared and submitted with the bid.
What are the technical standards for the rapid test kit procurement 2026
Bidders must supply ISO 9001 certified products or OEMs; DCGI-compliant cold chain handling is mandatory; Material Test Certificate must accompany the supply for laboratory acceptance by IAF buyers.
When is the delivery period for the rapid test kit contract in IA F
Delivery terms reference the last date of the original delivery order; the option clause allows extension; minimum additional time is calculated as (increased quantity/original quantity) × original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days.
What is the EMD requirement for the IA F rapid test kit tender
EMD details are not specified in the data provided; bidders should prepare to comply with standard EMD practices per GeM and tender ATC clauses, ensuring readiness for potential security deposit requirements.
What warranty or post-sales terms apply to the rapid test kit supply
The tender emphasizes quality and DCGI cold chain compliance; however, explicit warranty terms are not listed. Suppliers should align to ISO 9001 quality and ensure Material Test Certificates accompany each shipment.
What is the scope of shelf life requirements for medicines and consumables
Deliveries must have minimum 2-3 years shelf life with at least 5/6th of shelf life remaining at supply. Undertakings to replace medicines if near expiry are required by ATC clauses.