Objectives

The primary objective is to procure a Flow Cytometer Analyser to strengthen laboratory diagnostic, research, and analytical capabilities. The tender aims to secure reliable, high-performance instrumentation that supports accurate cell analysis, improves operational efficiency, and aligns with institutional quality and compliance standards.

Scope

• Supply, delivery, and logistics of the Flow Cytometer Analyser to the designated facility.
• On-site installation, mechanical setup, and electrical/network integration.
• Initial calibration, validation, and performance verification according to manufacturer and industry standards.
• Provision of comprehensive technical documentation, software licenses, and user training for laboratory personnel.
• Warranty coverage, preventive maintenance scheduling, and post-installation technical support.

Note: Specific deliverable timelines, service level agreements, and geographic delivery zones are not detailed in the provided tender excerpt and will be defined in bidder proposals.

Technical Requirements

• Instrument must meet recognized international safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and laboratory performance standards.
• Optical configuration supporting multiple laser lines and fluorescence detection channels suitable for multiparametric analysis.
• Integrated data acquisition and analysis software with export capabilities compatible with standard laboratory information systems.
• Defined specifications for sample throughput, sensitivity, resolution, and minimum/maximum particle size detection.
• Compliance with environmental and waste disposal protocols for reagents and consumables associated with operation.

Exact technical parameters, software versioning, and interoperability mandates are not specified in the source material and must be proposed by qualified vendors.

Skills Requirements

• Proven commercial experience in supplying, installing, and commissioning flow cytometry or equivalent laboratory instrumentation.
• Certified field engineers and application specialists capable of performing calibration, troubleshooting, and operator training.
• Established local or regional service network ensuring timely spare parts availability and routine maintenance.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks, quality management systems, and health sector procurement compliance.

Product Explanation

Flow Cytometer Analyser: A precision laboratory instrument used to detect, measure, and sort cells or microscopic particles suspended in a fluid stream. As individual cells pass through one or more focused laser beams, they scatter light and emit fluorescence from attached molecular markers. Detectors capture these optical signals, which are converted into digital data for quantitative analysis. This technology enables detailed cell counting, phenotyping, protein expression profiling, and functional assessment, making it essential for clinical hematology, immunology, oncology research, and biopharmaceutical development.

Procurement Compliance Note

All participating entities must complete mandatory supplier registration on the official procurement portal prior to bid submission. System access or registration challenges should be resolved through designated technical support channels before the closing date. Standard public procurement guidelines, evaluation criteria, and contractual terms apply to all submissions.