Essential Blood Centre Supplies Procurement for Indian Army

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**Tender for the Supply of Essential Blood Centre Supplies** The Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, is pleased to announce an upcoming tender opportunity for the procurement of vital supplies for Blood Centres. This tender, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7684400, is being issued by the Indian Army and will commence on August 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM and conclude on August 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for this procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of high-quality items essential for the operation and efficiency of blood banking services. Key item categories include, but are not limited to, Microcuvettes for Haemoglobinometer, Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) detection ELISA kits (96 tests), Anticoagulant Citrate Dextrose Solution (ACD) in 500 ml quantities, various Blood Bags including Single 350ml, Triple 350ml with CPDA1 anticoagulant and platelet storage bags with a 5-day shelf life, and Triple 350ml bags with CPD anticoagulant and SAGM additive solution for extended RBC and platelet storage. The tender also includes ELISA kits for the detection of HIV 1 and 2 antibody and p24 antigen (4th generation), advanced 3rd generation HCV ELISA kits, Rapid Plasma Reagin (RPR) test kits (including antigen suspension, positive and negative control sera), Serum Anti D IgG plus IgM for saline tube test, Serum Anti Human Globulin, Serum haemagglutinating Gp A and Gp C kits, Serum Anti A1, Blood Bags in triple 450ml configurations with CPD anticoagulant and SAGM additive, Quadruple Blood Bags with integral leukodepletion filters, Transfer Bags, and specialized ID Gel Cards for ABO confirmation, reverse grouping, LISS/combining, and IgG only tests, as well as Rh Phenotype cards. The total estimated quantity for these essential supplies is 9522 units. This tender represents a significant opportunity to contribute to the critical healthcare infrastructure supporting our armed forces.