Supply of Microbiological Culture Media for Indian Army Laboratories

This tender notice is issued by the Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, for the Indian Army, with Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8051343. The procurement pertains to a substantial total quantity of 1797 units of various microbiological culture media, essential for laboratory diagnostics and research. The specified media include Nutrient Agar, Sabouraud's Dextrose Agar, Lowenstein Jensen slants in long tubes (specifically for the cultivation of Mycobacterium tuberculosis), L-Ornithine, Durhams tubes (1-inch and 6mm x 7mm), Cornmeal Agar, SS Agar (Salmonella Shigella Agar), Potato Dextrose Agar, BHI broth, and MacConkey broth double strength with neutral red. Prospective bidders are invited to submit their proposals between the Bid Start Date of 03-10-2026 at 12:04 PM and the Bid End Date of 24-10-2026 at 1:00 PM. The tender, dated 03-10-2026, is being managed by the office identified as "*********". This opportunity represents a critical supply requirement for the Indian Army's operational and medical readiness.