Supply of Laboratory Equipment (Part X Microplate analyser/ Washer, RT-PCR, Biochemical analyzer, Hematological analyzer, Chemiluminescence immunoassay analyzer and Automatic titrator) for the SES of Uzbekistan.

New clarification added: Q39: According to ITB_2024_53020, Section III, Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D, Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological Analyzer, Line 6 specifies: "Throughput: Whole Blood Mode ≥30 samples/hour." The requirement for automatic sample feeding generally necessitates a throughput of 50-60 samples per hour. It is challenging to meet both the specified throughput and automatic sample feeding requirements within a single device. Please review and revise the specifications for the Hematology Analyzer (Lot 4) to address this discrepancy.   A39: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q38: According to ITB_2024_53020, Section III, Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D, Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological Analyzer, Line 18 specifies: "Open reagents: the equipment uses reagents of most common brands without exclusive use of reagents produced by a single supplier for at least 85% of all possible equipment tests and analyses. The compatible open reagents shall be available in the market of Uzbekistan." Currently, there are no automatic hematology analyzers globally available with an open reagent system. Please reconsider this requirement in the terms of reference.   A38: It is acknowledged that many automatic hematology analyzers available on the market utilize exclusive reagent systems. However, there are some models that do allow the use of reagents from various manufacturers. Since this requirement is crucial for the beneficiary, it will remain unchanged. Suppliers are expected to ensure that the offered analyzers are compatible with open reagents and provide necessary information to support this requirement.

New clarification added: Q37: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: RT-PCR,line 23 specifies: “Suitable for nucleic acid amplification and six-color fluorescence detection. The system should include specialized software for data collection and analysis of at least the following applications: Relative Quantitation, Absolute Quantitation, Genotyping, Copy Number Variation, Melt curves, MicroRNA, Pathogen Detection, IVD platform, Protein Thermal Shift, Protein Detection.” Could you please confirm whether the inclusion of specialized software for Protein Thermal Shift and Protein Detection is a mandatory requirement?    A37: Yes, the inclusion of specialized software for Protein Thermal Shift and Protein Detection is a mandatory requirement. The software must support these assays to meet the specifications outlined. 

New clarification added: Q36: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 10 specifies: "Measurement range: pH 0.00 to 14.00 pH, -1900 to 1900 mV, 0℃ to 100℃." Considering that applications typically do not exceed a measurement range of ±1200 mV, could the range be adjusted to ±1200 mV to allow for instruments with higher measurement precision? If the ±1900 mV range must be retained, could information be provided regarding the specific applications that necessitate this extended range to evaluate appropriate alternative techniques?   A36: The measurement range of -1200 to 1200 mV does cover a significant portion of common titration applications and may offer higher precision. However, the specified range of -1900 to 1900 mV has been set to ensure broad compatibility with various titration applications, addressing both current and potential future needs. Certain applications, such as specific redox titrations and potentiometric measurements involving extreme oxidation or reduction potentials, may require a range beyond ±1200 mV. Therefore, the parameter for measurement range will remain unchanged to accommodate these specialized applications.

New clarification added: Q35: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: RT-PCR, line 40 specifies: “20 kits start-up reagents for COVID, allowing lab personnel to perform a complete procedure from sample extraction to analysis.”Could you please clarify the following:1) Expected Number of Tests per Kit: What is the expected number of tests each COVID-19 kit can perform?2) Instrument Accommodation: How many kits can each instrument accommodate?3) Method of Sample Extraction: What is the intended method of sample extraction?4) IVDR Approval: Is it mandatory for both the kits and the sample extraction process to possess IVDR approval?A35: Please, find below  the responses:   1) Expected Number of Tests per Kit: The COVID-19 start-up reagent kits are expected to perform approximately 96 tests per kit. This is a standard estimation, though the exact number may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.2) Instrument Accommodation: Each RT-PCR instrument should be capable of accommodating and processing at least one full kit, which corresponds to approximately 96 tests, as outlined in the requirement in line #5.3) Method of Sample Extraction: The method of sample extraction may vary based on the kits offered. It should support manual extraction methods without requiring automatic extraction equipment and must be compatible with the proposed RT-PCR device.4) IVDR Approval: IVDR approval is mandatory for both the COVID-19 reagent kits and the sample extraction process.

New clarification added: Q34: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 2, "RT-PCR, 6 channel (diagnostics)," is it required to have In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) approval?   A34: Yes, RT-PCR instruments in Lot 2 are required to have In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) approval. Please refer to line 44 of Lot 2 for detailed requirements.

New clarification added: Q33: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 1 states: “Potentiometric titration and volumetric titration.” The bid includes offering 2 independent titrators, one for potentiometric titration and one for volumetric titration according to KF. Will a bid be accepted where 2 titrators are indicated: 1 for potentiometric titration and 1 for volumetric titration?   A33: The current requirement stipulates that the automatic titrator must be a single, universal device capable of performing both potentiometric and volumetric titrations. This integration is intended to ensure operational efficiency, ease of use, and space optimization in the laboratory. Consequently, a bid proposing two separate titrators, each designated for a specific type of titration, does not align with the current requirements and will not be deemed substantially compliant.

New clarification added: Q32: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 10 states: “Measurement range: pH 0.00 to 14.00 pH, -1900 to 1900 mV, 0℃ to 100℃.” Such a wide measurement range (from -1900 to 1900 mV) is not typically used in practice and titration applications. Most titration applications do not exceed the limits of -1200 to 1200 mV. Will a device with a measurement range of -1200 to 1200 mV be accepted for consideration?   A32: A measurement range of -1200 to 1200 mV does cover a substantial portion of common titration applications. However, the specified measurement range of -1900 to 1900 mV in the tender document was included to ensure broad compatibility with various titration applications, accommodating both current and potential future needs of the beneficiary. Therefore, this parameter will remain unchanged.

New clarification added: Please disregard Q28 and read this one as correct: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 5: Chemiluminescence immunoassay analyzer (CLIA) analyser, line 12 states: "Broad menu including available parameters: Progesterone, Troponin, uE3, Estradiol, Testosterone, AFP, DHEA-S, HCG (total), PAPP-A, LH, cortisol, FT3/4, T3/4, TSH etc." Are all of these parameters considered important? If an analyzer does not include PAPP-A in its portfolio, would this be considered a significant deviation from the technical specifications?A28: In response to the specific request from the beneficiary, please note that the technical requirements remain as originally stated. To be considered substantially compliant, bidders should ensure that their equipment meets all the specified characteristics.

New clarification added: Q31: Due to an inadvertent error, "NO" was selected for all lots; however, there is an intention to prepare and submit a bid for this project. According to section 4.1 of the Vendor Guide, which states, "you will still be able to submit a vendor response even if you originally selected the NO option," is it still possible to submit the bid and have it evaluated despite the initial mistake in the vendor confirmation?  A31: Yes, the bid can still be submitted. The evaluation will be based on the submitted documents, regardless of the initial selection of "No."

New clarification added: Q30: In light of the recent amendments to ITB_2024_53020, Section III, Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D, Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological Analyzer, which updates the requirement from a 5-DIFF analyzer to a 3-DIFF analyzer, it should be noted that a 3-DIFF analyzer typically only supports manual sample entry and does not include a rack with at least 20 samples, as is common with 5-DIFF hematology analyzers. Kindly consider amending this requirement to better align with the technical features of existing 3-DIFF hematological analyzer models.   A30: The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form was updated to address this point and has been uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q3: In reference to Form D: Technical Specifications for Goods, Lot 4, Hematological Analyzer, could you please clarify the following: The specification includes parameters such as WBC, Hb, Ht, RBC, HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, MPV, PLT, RDW, Monocytes (%, and #), Lymphocytes (%, and #), and Granulocytes Neutrophil, Eosinophil, and Basophil (%, and #). Since Neutrophil, Eosinophil, and Basophil are listed under the Granulocytes segment, should the analyzer be capable of performing a 3-part differential (3 DIFF) analysis? Please confirm.Please disregard A3 and read this one as correct:As per decision made by the beneficiary, technical specifications should reflect 3-DIFF and NOT 5-DIFF haematology analyser. The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form was updated to address this point and has been uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q29: According to ITB_2024_53020, Section III, Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D, Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: RT-PCR, 6 channel (diagnostics), Line 6 states: "at least 6 channels of detection," and Line 40 states: "20 kits of start-up reagents for COVID, allowing lab personnel to perform the complete procedure from sample extraction to analysis." While these requirements suggest the inclusion of both extraction and analysis kits, the tender does not explicitly mention the need for nucleic acid extraction equipment. Clarification is requested on whether the nucleic acid extraction instrument currently in use is compatible with all brands of extraction reagents. The standard process involves nucleic acid extraction followed by RT-PCR amplification and analysis. Without an extraction instrument, it may not be possible to proceed with RT-PCR operations, which could also affect the commissioning and training services. Kindly provide guidance on this matter.    A29: The current tender does not require the provision of nucleic acid extraction equipment. Therefore, the reagent kits provided shall support manual extraction methods without the need for extraction equipment and must be compatible with the proposed RT-PCR device.

New clarification added: Q28: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological analyzer, automatic, line 12 states: "Broad menu including available parameters: Progesterone, Troponin, uE3, Estradiol, Testosterone, AFP, DHEA-S, HCG (total), PAPP-A, LH, cortisol, FT3/4, T3/4, TSH etc." Are all of these parameters considered important? If an analyzer does not include PAPP-A in its portfolio, would this be considered a significant deviation from the technical specifications?   A28: In response to the specific request from the beneficiary, please note that the technical requirements remain as originally stated. To be considered substantially compliant, bidders should ensure that their equipment meets all the specified characteristics.

New amendment added #1: The ITB is amended as follows:To reflect the changes, the document titled ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form is hereby replaced with the document titled ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form_REV 1_07 AUG 2024, with changes highlighted in red.All other requirements remain unchanged.

New clarification added: Q27: Kindly consider extending the bid submission date by two additional weeks. The current timeframe is insufficient to ensure a thorough selection of the best products for your needs.  A27: The bid submission date cannot be extended because of project delivery requirement.

New clarification added: Q26: Regarding ISO 14001, the equipment manufacturer has applied for ISO 14001 certification as of August 2024, with the certification process currently underway and the official certificate expected by September 2024. Is it possible to submit the certificate at a later date once issued? Additionally, can a letter be provided in the interim to confirm the manufacturer’s ongoing efforts and commitment towards achieving ISO 14001 certification?    A26: No, the certificate must be provided at the time of submission. A letter confirming ongoing efforts and commitment towards achieving ISO 14001 certification is not acceptable as a substitute.

New clarification added: Q25: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 14 states: "Pump for titrant is integrated in the unit." Is it correct to interpret that the pump refers to the drive for the burettes listed under line 20: "Burettes of sizes 5, 10, 20, and 50ml. 5 pieces each (or more)"?   A25: The requirement stating "Pump for titrant is integrated in the unit" refers to an integrated pump system that facilitates automatic reagent changes. This system is responsible for evacuating the titrated sample and adding fresh solvent to the titration vessel, ensuring seamless transitions between reagents.

New clarification added: Q24: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator. What is the maximum amount of titrant to be consumed during a titration?  A24: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q23: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator. Please name the titration techniques with ion-selective electrodes (or specify the desired ions to be detected) that you plan to implement on the titrator.   A23: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB. 

New clarification added: Q22: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, is it necessary to control the titrator with a PC? If so, please specify the regulatory document that contains this requirement.  A22: The specification for the automatic titrator does not mandate PC control of the device. However, it is essential that the titrator includes data export capabilities and connectivity options, such as USB or Ethernet, to facilitate integration with external systems if needed. This ensures better data management and compliance with various operational needs. There is no specific regulatory document that requires PC control.

New clarification added: Q21: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, is it planned to transfer the experimental data to any laboratory information system?   A21: Yes, the experimental data from the automatic titrator may need to be transferred to a Laboratory Information System (LIS) for integration and management. Consequently, the titrator should be equipped with data export capabilities and connectivity options, such as USB or Ethernet, to facilitate this integration.

New clarification added: Q20: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, please specify the relevant regulatory documents for titration, including GOST, ASTM, ISO, and standard procedures of analysis.   A20: The required automatic titrator is intended for a range of applications, including the analysis of food, beverages, and other products. It will be used to measure parameters such as acidity, alkalinity, salt content, and more, employing oxidation-reduction or acid-base titration methods. For example, the device will be utilized to measure the peroxide value of vegetable oil following GOST 26593-85, and to determine the acidity and alkalinity of pastry products in accordance with GOST 5898-87. Additionally, the titrator will be capable of quantifying water content in various products using the Karl Fischer volumetric titration technique.

New clarification added: Q19: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, how many analytical procedures (methods) need to be implemented on the automatic titrator?  A19: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q18: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 3 reads as follows: "Unit consists of a control unit, scale, measurement base including magnetic stirring, titrant holding arm, and sensors." Could you please clarify if the term "scale" refers to the display of the instrument? If so, is the display integrated within the titrator?  A18: The touchscreen display of the automatic titrator can either be integrated within the titrator or be provided as a separate unit connected to the device. The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this clarification and re-uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q17: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 3: Biochemical Analyzer, Automatic, line 27 states: "Deionizer device with appropriate water output capacity." Automatic biochemical analyzers from most manufacturers do not include a built-in deionization device. Could you clarify whether this item requires the supply of an additional water treatment plant?   A17: As per ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 3: Biochemical Analyzer, Automatic, line 27 states: "Deionizer device with appropriate water output capacity." This requirement indicates that a built-in deionizer is not required; instead, the bidder should provide the biochemical analyzer and the deionizer as separate systems.

New clarification added: Q16: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 7 states: "pH, redox and ion selective titration modes." Is it correct to interpret that the titrator must be capable of performing these titration modes? If so, supplementary electrodes will be necessary.   A16:  As per the beneficiary's request, the automatic titrator should be capable of performing at least acid-base, photometric, redox, and volumetric Karl Fisher titration modes. The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB. 

New clarification added: Q15: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological analyzer, automatic, line 6 states: "Throughput: Whole Blood Mode ≥30 samples/hour; Body Fluid Mode ≥12 samples/hour." Research of body fluid requires the purchase of additional expensive reagents. Kindly confirm whether this requirement is necessary for the hematology analyzer.   A15: As per ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological analyzer, automatic, line 6 will be rephrased as: "Throughput: Whole Blood Mode ≥30 samples/hour." The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q14: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological analyzer, automatic, line 3 states: "Fully automatic, auto-calibrating, no sample pre-treatment, auto-sampling, rack with at least 20 samples." Taking into account that the technical requirements of the tender provide for the purchase of a hematological analyzer with a low throughput of 30 samples/hour, kindly confirm whether there is a need for the auto-sampling option in the analyzer.   A14: As per ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological analyzer, automatic, line 3 will be rephrased as: "Fully automatic, auto-calibrating, no sample pre-treatment, manual sampling, rack with at least 20 samples." The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added:  Q13: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 4: Hematological analyzer, automatic, line 18 states: "Open reagents: the equipment uses reagents of most common brands without exclusive use of reagents produced by a single supplier for at least 85% of all possible equipment tests and analysis. The compatible open reagents shall be available in the market of Uzbekistan." The requirements state that the equipment must use open reagents, i.e., the equipment uses reagents of most common brands without exclusive use of reagents produced by a single supplier for at least 85% of all possible equipment tests and analysis.It is a well-known fact that 5-diff hematological analyzers with an auto-loader are closed systems for all manufacturers of such equipment. Moreover, the reagents are equipped with a barcode system, and the analyzers have a scanner for reading barcodes. Therefore, such analyzers can only use reagents produced for the specific model by the same manufacturer.In this regard, kindly consider amending this requirement to align with the technical features of existing hematological analyzer models.   A13: This requirement will remain unchanged. However, the technical specifications will be updated to change from a 5-DIFF analyzer to a 3-DIFF analyzer, as per the beneficiary's request. The ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form will be revised accordingly and uploaded to the current ITB to reflect this change.

New clarification added: Q12: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 20 states: "Burettes of sizes 5, 10, 20, and 50ml. 5 pieces each (or more)." Could you please clarify if this refers to exchangeable units or complete burettes with burette drives?   A12: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q11: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 19 states: "Measurement probes." Could you please specify which measurement probes are required? For example, are pH and redox probes needed?  A11: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q10: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 16 states: "Automatic calibration of sensors and burettes." Does this refer to the automatic calibration of pH electrodes? It is understood that burettes can be tested according to DIN ISO 8655, but this process is not automatic.   A10: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q9: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 15 states: "Measurements can be exported to a PC via data transfer and USB, Ethernet." Is PC software needed?   A9: Yes, PC software is required to support data transfer and analysis. The software should be capable of managing data export, conducting further analyses, and generating comprehensive reports based on the measurements obtained from the titrator.

New clarification added: Q8: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, line 7 states: "pH, redox, and ion selective titration modes." Could you please specify which ion selective electrodes, in addition to pH and redox electrodes, are required? There are various types of ion selective electrodes available, such as those for calcium (Ca) or chloride.   A8: ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q7: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic titrator, line 1 reads as follows: "Potentiometric titration and volumetric titration." Potentiometric titration is a type of volumetric titration. Is volumetric Karl Fischer (KF) titration meant instead?    A7: Yes, the requirement specifically refers to volumetric Karl Fischer (KF) titration.

New clarification added: Q6: According to ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form, Lot 6: Automatic Titrator, could you please clarify the following: What is the sample type required for this lot? Which parameters will be analyzed? What is the titrant used for the analysis? Can details be provided on the sample preparation process? What is the required sample size and the sample volume used during analysis? Is there a specific method number (e.g., ASTM, TSE) associated with this lot?   A6: The automatic titrator is designed for a variety of applications, primarily for analyzing food, beverages, and other products for parameters such as acidity, alkalinity, salt content, and others using redox or acid-base titration methods. The choice of titrant will depend on the specific analysis being performed. Sample preparation methods will vary based on the type of sample and the parameters being analyzed, and may include dilution or standardization procedures as per the applicable method. The sample volume used during analysis typically ranges from 50 to 100 ml. For instance, this device can be employed to measure the peroxide value of vegetable oil following GOST 26593-85, or to determine the acidity and alkalinity in pastry products according to GOST 5898-87.

New clarification added: Q3: In reference to Form D: Technical Specifications for Goods, Lot 4, Hematological Analyzer, could you please clarify the following: The specification includes parameters such as WBC, Hb, Ht, RBC, HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, MPV, PLT, RDW, Monocytes (%, and #), Lymphocytes (%, and #), and Granulocytes Neutrophil, Eosinophil, and Basophil (%, and #). Since Neutrophil, Eosinophil, and Basophil are listed under the Granulocytes segment, should the analyzer be capable of performing a 3-part differential (3 DIFF) analysis? Please confirm.Please disregard A3 and read this one as correct:The analyzer should be offered as a 5-DIFF model, which includes WBC differentiation into Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, and Basophils. ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form D_ Technical Bid Form will be updated to address this point and will be uploaded to the current ITB.

New clarification added: Q5: According to the goods delivery, as per ITB_2024_53020_Section_IV_Draft_Contract_for_Goods, customs clearance of the shipments is the responsibility of the Consignee. Could you please clarify the typical duration for customs clearance after receiving the shipping documents? Additionally, if customs clearance takes an extended period, who will be responsible for the goods storage fees at the Customs Post?   A5: The time required for customs clearance is variable and cannot be precisely predicted, as each case is unique.The consignee will be responsible for storage fees at customs if it takes an extended period.

New clarification added: Q4: Is it necessary to include a quote for the installation and commissioning fees?  Should the installation and commissioning be conducted in Tashkent, or at the final place of use? If the latter, could you please provide the details of the installation and commissioning locations? Could you please update Form C: Price Schedule Form to include a column for installation and commissioning charges? The Price Schedule Form requires quoting for in-country logistics. Could you please specify the final delivery destinations for all the items?   A4: Please read ITB_2024_53020_Section_IV_Draft_Contract_for_Goods and ITB_2024_53020_Section_III_Returnable_Bidding_Forms_Form C_ Price Schedule Form.

New clarification added: Q3: In reference to Form D: Technical Specifications for Goods, Lot 4, Hematological Analyzer, could you please clarify the following:The specification includes parameters such as WBC, Hb, Ht, RBC, HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, MPV, PLT, RDW, Monocytes (%, and #), Lymphocytes (%, and #), and Granulocytes Neutrophil, Eosinophil, and Basophil (%, and #). Since Neutrophil, Eosinophil, and Basophil are listed under the Granulocytes segment, should the analyzer be capable of performing a 3-part differential (3 DIFF) analysis? Please confirm.   A3: The analyzer should be offered as a 5-DIFF model, which includes WBC differentiation into Neutrophils, Lymphocytes, Monocytes, Eosinophils, and Basophils.

New clarification added: Q2: According to Section III: Returnable Bidding Forms, Form J: Declaration of Conformity, is it necessary for the manufacturer to complete and sign this form in addition to providing a Declaration of Conformity certificate that includes all required information?    A2: Yes, declaration of conformity must be signed and issued by the manufacturer of the offered goods.

New clarification added: Q1: Could you please clarify whether ISO 14001 certification is mandatory for every lot/item listed in the tender?   A1: Yes, ISO 14001 certification is required for each lot/item listed in the tender.