[Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment] open

5.9/10

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

Ref: CDRI17072025MLP001146 · ID: 2026_CSIR_272989_1

Category Miscellaneous Goods

AI summary

This tender provides details about the project including scope of work, estimated value, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.

Overview

This tender is issued by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research for the supply of an Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment. The tender ID is 2026_CSIR_272989_1, and it is classified as a Global Tender under the Goods category.

Scope / Work

The primary objective is to supply the specified microscope. Bidders are required to adhere to the technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. The bid validity period is 120 days, and the period of work is expected to be 90 days from the award of the contract. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 07-Apr-2026 at CSIR-CDRI, where potential bidders can seek clarifications.

Fees & EMD

There are no tender fees or EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) required for this tender, which may encourage broader participation. However, bidders should note that EMD exemption is not allowed.

Key dates

  • Publish Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
  • Bid Submission Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
  • Bid Submission End Date: 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM
  • Bid Opening Date: 29-Apr-2026 04:00 PM
  • Clarification Period: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM to 06-Apr-2026 10:00 AM
  • Document Download Period: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM to 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM

Bidders are encouraged to review all documents thoroughly and ensure compliance with the submission requirements to avoid disqualification.

AI insights

Supply of Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment

Risk factors

  • no tender fee
  • no EMD required
  • tight submission timeline
  • bid validity of 120 days

How good is this tender for you?

Business suitability analysis

Tender for supplying a specialized microscope.

Plain-language analysis covering money, competition, paperwork, timeline and who this tender realistically suits.

  • Open to global bidders
  • Expect high competition
  • No tender fee
  • No EMD required
  • Short bidding window
  • Global competition
  • Niche expertise needed
5.9
/ 10
Opportunity score
Small business friendliness 5.0/10 Moderate
Startup suitability 7.0/10 Good
Money commitment 1.0/10 Good
Money lock-in 3.0/10 Good
Execution difficulty 3.0/10 Good
Paperwork load 5.0/10 Moderate
Expected competition 8.0/10 High
Expertise needed 3.0/10 Good
Timeline pressure 4.0/10 Moderate
Bigger shape means a better fit for the bidder
  • MSME-friendly5.0
  • Startup-friendly7.0
  • Low competition2.0
  • Light on money9.0
  • Easy to execute7.0
  • Light paperwork5.0

What this tender is really about

This tender is for supplying an Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X magnification. There are no fees or security deposits required, which makes it accessible. Bidders have 120 days to submit their bids and 90 days to complete the work.

What you gain if you win

  • No upfront costs for tender fees or EMD.
  • Potential to supply specialized scientific equipment.
  • Opportunity to work with a prestigious research organization.

What could trip you up

  • Tight timeline for bid submission and project completion.
  • Need to meet specific technical specifications.
  • Competition from global bidders.

Who is this tender best suited for?

Recommended for

  • Scientific equipment suppliers
  • Established laboratory contractors
  • Companies with technical expertise in microscopy

May struggle with this

  • First-time bidders
  • Small businesses without technical expertise
  • New startups in unrelated fields

Money side, in plain words

Upfront fees
There are no tender fees or upfront costs.
Security deposit (EMD)
No security deposit is required, easing financial pressure.
Money you must set aside
Funds won't be tied up for long since there's no EMD.
Payment timing
Payment terms are not specified, so clarify before bidding.

What it takes to deliver

Kind of work
This is a supply contract for equipment.
How long it takes
The work is expected to take about three months.
Skills you'll need
Technical knowledge in microscopy and laboratory equipment.
Where the work happens
Work is to be delivered to a single location in Lucknow.
Paperwork
Minimal paperwork is required for this tender.

Competition: who else might bid?

How open it is
This is a global tender, open to international bidders.
Likely crowd
Expect a moderate number of bidders due to global interest.
What helps you win
Technical expertise and experience in supplying similar equipment.

Practical things to think about

  • Review technical specifications carefully to ensure compliance.
  • Participate in the pre-bid meeting for clarifications.
  • Prepare your bid well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

Hidden challenges & gotchas

  • Tight deadlines for both bid submission and project completion.
  • Need to provide detailed technical documentation.
  • Potential for high competition from established suppliers.

In one paragraph

Tender for specialized microscope supply with no fees.

Who should bid
Bidders with experience in supplying scientific equipment should apply.
Who should probably skip
New businesses without relevant experience may find this challenging.

AI-generated analysis based on structured tender metadata, financial figures, execution timelines, and procurement complexity factors. Actual eligibility, competition, and execution requirements may vary depending on the tender clauses and the evaluating department's criteria. Always read the official tender document before bidding.

Financials

Tender value Undisclosed
EMD amount ₹0.00 — payable to Nil at Nil
Tender fee ₹0.00 — payable to Nil at Nil

Timeline

Publish date 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
Bid end 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM
Opening date 29-Apr-2026 04:00 PM

Critical dates

From the portal detail page (all dates captured when available).

Published date 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
Bid opening date 29-Apr-2026 04:00 PM
Document download / sale start 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM
Document download / sale end 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM
Clarification start 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM
Clarification end 06-Apr-2026 10:00 AM
Bid submission start 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
Bid submission end 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM

Tender Documents

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Corrigenda

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Date

Type Date

Published Corrigendum Details Date : 15-Apr-2026 11:11 PM [Tender information] Organisation Chain : Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||CDRI-Lucknow - CSIR||Purchase-CDRI - CSIR Tender ID : 2026_CSIR_272989_1 Tender Ref No : CDRI17072025MLP001146 Tender Title : Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment Corrigendum Type : Date [Corrigendum:1] Corrigendum title: Date Description: Corrigendum for revise date Published: 15-Apr-2026 01:03 PM Document: DATE.pdf Size (KB): 464.79 Publish Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM │ Bid Opening Date: 29-Apr-2026 04:00 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM │ Document Download/Sale End Date: 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM Clarification Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM │ Clarification End Date: 06-Apr-2026 10:00 AM Bid Submission Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM │ Bid Submission End Date: 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Apr-2026 03:00 PM [Critical Dates] [Details Before Corrigendum] Publish Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM │ Bid Opening Date: 23-Apr-2026 04:00 PM Document Download/Sale Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM │ Document Download/Sale End Date: 22-Apr-2026 03:00 PM Clarification Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM │ Clarification End Date: 06-Apr-2026 10:00 AM Bid Submission Start Date: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM │ Bid Submission End Date: 22-Apr-2026 03:00 PM Pre Bid Meeting Date: 07-Apr-2026 03:00 PM [Critical Dates]
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DATE.pdf 464.79 PDF
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Technical Bid

Type Technical Bid

Published Corrigendum Details Date : 15-Apr-2026 11:11 PM [Tender information] Organisation Chain : Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||CDRI-Lucknow - CSIR||Purchase-CDRI - CSIR Tender ID : 2026_CSIR_272989_1 Tender Ref No : CDRI17072025MLP001146 Tender Title : Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment Corrigendum Type : Technical Bid [Corrigendum Document Details]
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Work details

Location, category, and schedule for this procurement.

Location CSIR-CDRI
Category Miscellaneous Goods
Period of work 90 days
Bid validity 120 days

Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment

Organisation chain

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||CDRI-Lucknow - CSIR||Purchase-CDRI - CSIR

Basic details

  • Tender reference: CDRI17072025MLP001146
  • Tender ID: 2026_CSIR_272989_1
  • Tender type: Global Tenders
  • Form of contract: Supply
  • Tender category: Goods
  • No. of covers: 2
  • Payment mode: Not Applicable
  • Withdrawal allowed: Yes

Work item

  • Work description: Supply of Upright Fluorescence Microscope with 100X Magnification with Epifluorescence attachment
  • NDA / pre-qualification: Please refer Tender documents.
  • Product category: Miscellaneous Goods
  • Contract type: Tender
  • Location: CSIR-CDRI
  • Pincode: 226031
  • Pre-bid meeting: 07-Apr-2026 03:00 PM
  • Bid opening place: CSIR-CDRI
  • Bid validity (days): 120
  • Period of work (days): 90

Fees & EMD

  • Tender fee (₹): 0.00
  • Fee payable to: Nil
  • Fee payable at: Nil
  • Tender fee exemption: No
  • EMD (₹): 0.00
  • EMD exemption: No
  • EMD type: fixed

Critical dates

  • Published: 25-Mar-2026 05:30 PM
  • Bid opening: 29-Apr-2026 04:00 PM
  • Document download / sale start: 25-Mar-2026 05:45 PM
  • Document download / sale end: 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM
  • Bid submission start: 25-Mar-2026 06:00 PM
  • Bid submission end: 28-Apr-2026 03:00 PM

Covers (bid packets)

  • 1 — Fee/PreQual/Technical — CREDENTIAL OF THE FIRM — .pdf
  • Technical bid as per the tender document — .pdf
  • 2 — Finance — Price bid as per the BOQ — .xls
  • Financial bid as per the chapter-4 mentioned in tender document — .pdf

Tender inviting authority

  • Name: The Stores and Purchase Officer
  • Address: Sector 10 Jankipuram Sitapur Road Lucknow

Tender basics

Tender type Global Tenders
Form of contract Supply
Tender category Goods
No. of covers 2
Organisation chain Council of Scientific and Industrial Research||CDRI-Lucknow - CSIR||Purchase-CDRI - CSIR
Source portal etenders.gov.in

Covers (bid packets)

What to submit in each cover, as listed on the tender portal.

Cover no. Cover type Description Document type
1 Fee/PreQual/Technical CREDENTIAL OF THE FIRM .pdf
Technical bid as per the tender document .pdf
2 Finance Price bid as per the BOQ .xls
Financial bid as per the chapter-4 mentioned in tender document .pdf

Authority details

Inviting authority The Stores and Purchase Officer
Address Sector 10 Jankipuram Sitapur Road Lucknow

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