The Agricultural Research Council seeks quotations for the supply of essential research consumables, including various agar plates and sheep blood products, with deliveries scheduled monthly. Bidders must comply with specific administrative requirements.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is inviting qualified suppliers to submit written quotations for the provision of critical research consumables. This tender encompasses a variety of laboratory-grade products, including Blood Tryptose Agar with 5% sheep blood, Brain Heart Infusion Agar, Tryptone Soya Agar, and Rodac Contact Agar Plates. Each product is required in specified quantities, with deliveries scheduled at the end of each month for a duration of several months. Suppliers must ensure that all items delivered have a minimum shelf life of five weeks and include Certificates of Analysis (COAs) to verify quality standards.
Bidders are required to be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and must submit a complete bid proposal that includes the CSD registration number, signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD), and evidence of compliance with specific goals for scoring. The evaluation will adhere to the 80/20 principle, where price and specific goals will determine the successful bidder. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for suppliers in the medical and research consumables sector to engage with a prominent research institution, ensuring a steady demand for quality products.
This tender is suitable for businesses specializing in medical and laboratory supplies, particularly those with experience in supplying consumables to research institutions. Companies that can meet the quality and delivery requirements outlined in the tender are encouraged to apply.