Supply of High-Purity Laboratory Reagents and HPLC Solvents for Agricultural Research

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This tender, issued by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, specifically for the Indian Institute of Spices Research, presents a critical opportunity to supply a comprehensive range of high-purity chemicals. Under Bid Number GEM/2026/B/7815391, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is seeking the procurement of approximately 160 units of a diverse chemical inventory. This includes essential laboratory reagents such as Acetone (Pure 99% and GC-HS grades), Chloroform, Ethyl Acetate, and various acids like Glacial Acetic Acid and Orthophosphoric Acid. The scope also extends to specialized compounds like Quercetin and 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), alongside buffering agents, salts, and thickening agents vital for research applications, including Guar Gum Powder, Xanthan Gum, and Malto Dextrin. Furthermore, the requirement includes specific grades for HPLC and GC-HS analyses, such as HPLC Hexane, HPLC Acetone, and Acetonitrile (Gradient grade for HPLC 99.9%), emphasizing the need for exceptional purity and performance. The tender is open for submission from 21-07-2026 at 3:12 PM until 11-08-2026 at 4:00 PM, representing a crucial window for suppliers to contribute to the advancement of agricultural research.