High-End SIM Microscope Procurement with Buyback of Existing System for IISER Kolkata

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research - Kolkata, through its ASST REGISTRAR STORE AND PURCHASE, invites global tenders for the procurement of a HIGH-END MICROSCOPE BASED ON SIM SYSTEM, which includes the buyback of an old APO TOME 2 system. This tender, identified by Tender ID 2026_IISER_929907_1 and Reference Number IISER-K/PurEnq /1270/G/DoRD/26-27, falls under the Goods category and pertains to Laboratory and scientific equipment. The bidding process is structured with two covers, requiring fee/prequalification/technical documents in the first cover and the financial bid (Bill of Quantities) in the second. Key documents for submission include OEM Authorization Letter, signed annexures, technical quotation with brochure and compliance statement, details of past experience and turnover, other important documents, a properly quoted BoQ, and a detailed price bid breakup. The tender documents were e-published on 12-Oct-2026 02:00 PM, with document downloads commencing on the same date and concluding on 09-Nov-2026 02:00 PM. Bid submissions are open from 12-Oct-2026 02:00 PM and close on 09-Nov-2026 02:00 PM, followed by bid opening on 10-Nov-2026 02:00 PM at IISER Kolkata. The contract is for a Buy form and has a stipulated work period of 90 days with a bid validity of 180 days. The physical location for the bid opening is IISER KOLKATA, Mohanpur, Nadia, West Bengal, India 741246. Notably, there is no Tender Fee or EMD required for this tender.