(1) Whatman Filter Paper, Cat. No. 40 (Ashless), diameter 110 mm, 100 circles/packet, ash content = 0.007%, medium flow rate, acid-hardened, meeting ISO 3310/1 specifications, ideal for quantitative analysis and gravimetric work. (2) Whatman Filter Paper, Cat. No. 41 (Ashless), diameter 110 mm, 100 circles/packet, ash content = 0.007%, fast flow rate, acid-hardened, conforming to ISO 3310/1 specifications, suitable for quantitative analysis and rapid filtration in gravimetric procedures. (3) Glass Funnel, 75 mm diameter, borosilicate glass 3.3 (Borosil or equivalent), Class A, with plain stem, smooth finish, high chemical and thermal resistance, and autoclavable for accurate laboratory applications. (4) Beaker, 500 mL capacity, borosilicate glass 3.3 (Borosil or equivalent), with graduated markings and precision-formed pouring spout for accurate liquid handling. Clear, autoclavable, chemical-resistant, and supplied crack-free for reliable laboratory use.. (5) Xylene (AR grade), conforming to IS 3361:1979, assay = 99%, supplied in 500 mL amber glass bottle with leak-proof cap, clear liquid free from suspended matter, meeting analytical reagent specifications for laboratory use. (6) Glass Funnel, 100 mm diameter, borosilicate glass 3.3 (Borosil or equivalent), Class A, with plain stem, smooth finish, high chemical and thermal resistance, and autoclavable for precise laboratory use.

Regular Purchase Order (s) for bulk quantity will be placed on past suppliers for Railways.

If tendered item is found ISI approved for ISI marking, tenderer are advised to submit valid ISI Certificate in the name of OEM along with their offers.

1. All chemicals & Whatman Filter paper shall be supplied with COA. 2. Accepted make: SDFCL/Qualigens/Merck/Thomas Baker Grade/Sigma Aldrich or similar.

(1)The bidder confirms that Rates and other financial terms quoted in relevant columns of financial bid will only be ruling terms for acceptance,and such terms quoted anywhere else should be ignored. [Denial of this condition not recommended] (2)The bidder agrees to supply the tendered stores at the rates quoted by him in accordance with the IRS Conditions of Contract and [or] special Conditions and [or] other Conditions specified/attached with the tender. (3) Have you attached any performance statements with your offer? (4) If you are not a MSE or a consortia of MSEs formed by NSIC, please indicate percentage of sub contracts in execution of this tender that will be from Micro and Small Enterprise(inpercent of order value ) with further breakup of MSE owned by SC/ST. (Information will be provided in % terms with 6 fileds; Micro owned by SC, Micro owned by ST, Micro ownedby Others, Small industry owned by SC, Small industry owned by ST, Small industry owned by Others)

The bidder agrees to supply the tendered stores at the rates quotes by him in accordance with the IRS condition of contract and (or) special conditions and (or) other condition specified /attached with the tender.

2- Please indicate [Y/N] weather you are interested in availing the benefits available to Micro and small Enterprises [MSEs] of their participation in Govt. Procurement in reference to the Ministry of Railway letter No. 2010/RS[G]/363/1 dated 13.02.2019 as mentioned in bid document. If yes, Please attach the requisite registration certificate specially for the tendered item for the same application issued by appropriate agency. Also indicate whether MSE's is owned by ST/SC/WOMEN/OTHER. The requisite certificate is to be uploaded with tender document. Please note that in absence of the requisite certificate uploaded/ submitted along with the offer such benefits may not be extended.

Please enter the percentage of local content in the material being offered. Please enter 0 for fully imported items, and 100 for fully indigenous items. The definition and calculation of local content shall be in accordance with the Make in India policy as incorporated in the tender conditions.