Supply, delivery and installation of Lab Equipment (Noise Spectrum Analyzer & Gaz Analyzer) for SES of the Republic of Uzbekistan

New clarification added: A3 (Updated): The warranty period for Lot 1 – Noise and Vibration Spectrum Analyzer shall remain valid for 24 months after the Goods have been fully installed and put into service, as certified by UNOPS.A33 (Updated): The warranty period for Lot 2 – Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent shall remain valid for 24 months after the Goods have been fully installed and put into service, as certified by UNOPS.Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev2_28Jul2026.docx and the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section IV_Draft Contract_Rev2_28Jul2026.docx will be attached to this tender.

New clarification added: Q34: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section II – Schedule of Requirements, Section 1.1 (On-Site and/or On-line User Training Services), clarification is requested as to whether the relevant provisions in the Contract for Goods [Contract reference and number] Rev1_23Jul2026 and Section II – Schedule of Requirements_Rev1_22Jul2026 will be aligned, as the two documents contain contradictory requirements regarding user training.A34: The relevant provisions regarding user training have been aligned. The required theoretical and practical training shall be provided on-site at each recipient location by qualified and authorized personnel. Accordingly, the revised Contract for Goods Rev1_23Jul2026 and ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev2_27Jul2026 reflect this requirement.

New clarification added: Q33: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section II – Schedule of Requirements, clarification is requested as to whether the warranty period for all equipment shall be 12 months or 36 months, as A3 of the Clarification Matrix specifies a warranty period of 12 months, while Section II – Schedule of Requirements_Rev1_22Jul2026 specifies a warranty period of 36 months.A33: The warranty period for all equipment shall remain valid for 12 months after the Goods have been fully installed and put into service, as certified by UNOPS. Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev2_27Jul2026 will be uploaded to reflect this requirement.

New amendment added #1: This ITB is hereby amended as follows:1. Extension of Clarification Request and Bid Submission DeadlinesThe deadline for submission of clarification requests is hereby extended from 23 July 2026, 07:00 UTC to 28 July 2026, 07:00 UTC.The deadline for submission of bids is hereby extended from 31 July 2026, 07:00 UTC to 7 August 2026, 07:00 UTC.2. Replacement of Section III – Returnable Bidding FormsThe document ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms is hereby replaced by the revised document ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Rev1_23Jul2026.3. Addition of Manufacturer’s Authorization Form RequirementThe requirement for a Manufacturer’s Authorization Form has been added under Qualification Criteria, Section 3.5.4. Update of ChecklistThe checklist has been updated to include Form H: Manufacturer’s Authorization Form.5. Replacement of Draft Contract for GoodsThe document ITB_2026_63515_Section IV_Draft Contract for Goods.docx is hereby replaced by the revised document ITB_2026_63515_Section IV_Draft Contract for Goods_Rev1_23Jul2026.docx.All other terms and conditions of the ITB remain unchanged.

New clarification added: Q32: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 13 specifies "Digital touch display". Clarification is requested whether an LCD display combined with physical buttons would be accepted as an equivalent alternative to a digital touch display, considering that such a configuration provides the same functional capabilities while offering reliable operation under typical gas analyzer operating conditions, including use with protective gloves and in dusty or oily environments.A32: The request is accepted. The requirement under S/N 13 will be revised to: "Digital display: touchscreen or LCD display combined with physical buttons or equivalent solution." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q31: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, clarification is requested whether technically equivalent environmental monitoring equipment manufactured in the USA, Europe, or Asia that meets the required functional performance and provides long-term supply chain support would be considered acceptable, where the current technical specifications appear to correspond to a specific manufacturer's platform.A31: The technical specifications have been developed to define the required functional and performance characteristics of the equipment and are not intended to refer to any specific manufacturer or product. Gas analyzers manufactured in the USA, Europe, Asia, or any other country of origin will be considered acceptable, provided that they fully comply with the technical requirements and performance criteria specified.

New clarification added: Q30: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 22 specifies "Additional equipment: USB Flash; sensor storage module with built-in battery and charger; filter (if applicable); communication interface for data transfer." Clarification is requested whether gas analyzers utilizing digital smart sensor heads with non-volatile memory technology, which do not require a sensor storage module with built-in battery and charger to retain calibration data, would be considered compliant and whether this requirement may be replaced by acceptance of equivalent technologies.A30: The request is accepted. The requirement under S/N 22 will be revised to: "Additional equipment: USB Flash (if applicable); sensor storage module with built-in battery and charger or equivalent technology for storage of sensor configuration and calibration data; filter (if applicable); communication interface for data transfer." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q29: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 20 specifies "Delivery set: Protective case; user software; base station; sampling probe; protection from precipitation and sun; light and sound alarm; sample preparation device and others." Clarification is requested regarding the technical parameters, dimensions, and operational requirements for the accessories specified as "protection from precipitation and sun" and "sample preparation device", as these items are not sufficiently defined for a portable handheld gas analyzer.A29: The request is accepted. The requirement under S/N 20 will be revised to: "Delivery set: Protective case; user software; Base station (if applicable); sampling probe; protection from precipitation and sun (if applicable); light and sound alarm; sample preparation device and others (if applicable)." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q28: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 6 specifies "Operating temperature range: Ambient air temperature: -10°C to +55°C", S/N 9 specifies "The housing protection level is no worse than IP65", and S/N 13 specifies "Digital touch display". Clarification is requested whether technically equivalent solutions would be accepted, including high-precision ambient air monitors with an operating temperature of up to +40°C/+45°C, an IP20 enclosure used together with protective weather shields, and a button-operated LCD display instead of a touchscreen.A28: The request is partially accepted. The requirements under S/N 6 and S/N 9 remain unchanged. The requirement under S/N 13 will be revised to: "Digital touch display or a button-operated LCD display." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q27: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 3 specifies "Methane (CH₄) – 0.3 ppm", S/N 4 specifies "Acceptable measurement methods used by the device: electrochemical, NDIR, UV fluorescence, photoionization (PID) depending on the component being measured", and S/N 5 specifies "Methane (CH₄) – 0–100%". Clarification is requested whether semiconductor measurement methods may also be accepted, as the bidder indicates that achieving a methane detection limit of 0.3 ppm while simultaneously measuring concentrations up to 100% volume cannot be achieved by a single portable sensor using only the measurement methods currently specified. Clarification is also requested whether the methane measurement requirements may be revised to resolve this technical contradiction.A27: The acceptable measurement methods remain the same. Semiconductor sensors are not included among the preferred measurement technologies for this procurement. However, the request is accepted. The requirement will be revised to: "Methane (CH₄) – 0–150 ppm." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q26: Сlarification is requested as to whether the clarification deadline and bid submission deadline may be extended?A26: The request is accepted. The deadline for submission of clarification requests is extended from 23 July 2026, 07:00 UTC to 28 July 2026, 07:00 UTC, and the bid submission deadline is extended from 31 July 2026, 07:00 UTC to 7 August 2026, 07:00 UTC.

New clarification added: Q25: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Annex III, Clause 1.5, Paragraph 2, clarification is requested regarding the transfer of title of the Goods. The bidder indicates that since the goods arrive addressed directly to UNOPS, the Contractor has no access to the cargo at the moment of its arrival at the customs post, as UNOPS is already recognized as the owner of the shipment. Clarification is requested as to whether the Contract may establish and specify the precise date of transfer of title from the Contractor to UNOPS. The bidder refers to the General Conditions stating that title to the Goods shall pass to UNOPS "upon their delivery and acceptance". Clarification is requested whether the date of title transfer may be explicitly stated as the date of delivery of the Goods to the destination point in accordance with the applicable Incoterms.A25: The request has been reviewed. The provisions regarding the transfer of title remain unchanged. Please refer to the Draft Contract.

New clarification added: Q24: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 22 specifies "Additional equipment: USB Flash". Clarification is requested as to the required installation/connection position of the USB Flash drive. The bidder indicates that the offered equipment is equipped with a Type-C communication interface dedicated to data transmission for connection to a computer. However, the device cannot be directly connected to a USB Flash drive, and the USB Flash drive can only be inserted into a connected computer instead of the equipment itself. Clarification is requested whether the bidder's proposed solution, including supply of a standalone USB Flash drive, meets the tender specification. The bidder also requests clarification whether the requirement wording "USB Flash" may be revised to "if applicable", considering that the offered equipment is equipped with a memory card with a minimum capacity of 64GB, which fulfills all data storage requirements without the necessity of an additional USB Flash drive.A24: This requirement will be addressed through an amendment and read as: "USB Flash drive (if applicable)".A24The request is accepted. The requirement will be revised to: "USB Flash drive (if applicable)." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q23: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Annex III, Clause 1.9, Table 3, clarification is requested as to whether the complete delivery address for each end-user location, including the building, floor, room or office number (where applicable), and the name or position of the authorized recipient of the Goods, may be provided.A23: It is not possible to provide the exact building, floor, office number, or contact person at this stage. However, these details will be provided during contract finalization. 

New clarification added: Q21: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Annex III, Table 2, clarification is requested as to whether the delivery point "DPU Tashkent, Uzbekistan" should be revised to "DPU – Customs Post, Tashkent, Uzbekistan".A21: The request has been reviewed. The provisions regarding customs clearance remain unchanged. Please refer to the Draft Contract.

New clarification added: Q20: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Annex III, Clause 1.5, Paragraph 1, clarification is requested as to whether the customs clearance provisions may be revised to further clarify the respective responsibilities of UNOPS and the Contractor with respect to customs clearance and the allocation of associated costs.A20: The request has been reviewed. The provisions regarding customs clearance remain unchanged. Please refer to the Draft Contract.

New clarification added: Q19: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Annex I (Instrument of Agreement), Article 5.5 (Payment Terms), clarification is requested as to whether Article 5.5 may be supplemented with provisions allowing payment for delivered Goods and completed Associated Services where the remaining Associated Services cannot be performed due to the non-readiness of the client hospitals' facilities or personnel.A19: This additional clause may be included through a contract amendment in the event of delays in contract execution due to the non-readiness of the client's facilities or personnel.

New clarification added: Q18: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Section 5 (Notifications), clarification is requested as to whether the clause numbering will be corrected in the final version of the Contract.A18: The numbering error will be corrected in the final Contract. 

New clarification added: Q17: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 3 and S/N 5 specify different gas components and measurement parameters. Clarification is requested as to which gas components, limits of detection and measurement ranges shall apply for the purposes of preparing the bid.  A17: The request is accepted. The requirements under S/N 3 and S/N 5 will be revised to the following:Required components (limits of detection, at least):Carbon monoxide (CO) – 1 ppmCarbon dioxide (CO₂) – 1 ppmNitrogen dioxide (NO₂) – 0.1 ppmOzone (O₃) – 0.1 ppmSulfur dioxide (SO₂) – 0.1 ppmHydrogen sulfide (H₂S) – 0.03 ppmVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) – 0.1 ppmAdditional components (limits of detection, at least):Methane (CH₄) – 0.3 ppmBenzene (C₆H₆) – 1 ppbToluene (C₆H₅CH₃) – 1 ppbFormaldehyde (HCHO) – 1 ppbAcetone (C₃H₆O) – 8 ppbMeasurement ranges:Carbon monoxide (CO) – 0–2500 ppmCarbon dioxide (CO₂) – 0–5000 ppmNitrogen dioxide (NO₂) – 0–20 ppmOzone (O₃) – 0–10 ppmSulfur dioxide (SO₂) – 0–20 ppmHydrogen sulfide (H₂S) – 0–200 ppmVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) – 0–200 ppmMethane (CH₄) – 0–150 ppmBenzene (C₆H₆) – 0–0.6 ppmToluene (C₆H₅CH₃) – 0–1.3 ppmFormaldehyde (HCHO) – 0–0.4 ppmAcetone (C₃H₆O) – 0–2 ppmAccordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q16: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 21 states: "Mounting kit – 1 pc. Calibration nozzle – 1 pc." Clarification is requested as to the purpose of the calibration nozzle, considering that calibration can be performed by connecting the gas analyzer directly to the calibration gas cylinder using a hose.A16: The request is accepted. The requirement will be revised to: "Calibration nozzle – 1 pc. (if applicable)." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q15: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 20 includes "base station" in the delivery set. Clarification is requested as to what is meant by the "base station".A15: Base station (docking station) is intended for convenient charging, data transfer and where supported by the manufacturer for instrument configuration, automatic functional testing (bump test) and calibration.A15A base station (docking station) is intended for convenient charging, data transfer, and, where supported by the manufacturer, instrument configuration, automatic functional testing (bump test), and calibration.

New clarification added: Q13: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 18 states: "Universal gas analyzer – 1 pc." Clarification is requested as to whether this refers to the gas analyzer itself.A14: Yes. It refers to the main gas analyzer unit.

New clarification added: Q12: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 3 specifies "Carbon monoxide (CO) – 1 ppm". Clarification is requested as to whether the value "1 ppm" refers to the required resolution. If so, please confirm the required measurement range of the gas analyzer..A13: The value "1 ppm' refers to Limit of detection for CO. The measurement range for CO is 0-2500 ppm as specified in the requirement line no. 5A13The value "1 ppm" refers to the limit of detection (LOD) for carbon monoxide (CO). The measurement range for CO is 0–2500 ppm, as specified in Line No. 5 of the Technical Specifications.

New clarification added: Q12: Could you please clarify whether a combination of separate devices (e.g., one sound meter and one vibration meter) will be accepted as an alternative to a single multifunctional sound and vibration meter, provided that all technical requirements are met? If so, will both configurations be evaluated equally, or will preference be given to a single integrated unit?A12: The requirement remains unchanged. The offered solution may consist of a single multifunction instrument or a combination of two or more professional instruments, provided that all technical requirements are met. All compliant configurations will be evaluated equally, and no preference will be given to a single integrated unit.

New clarification added: Q11: Could you please clarify whether ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 manufacturer certifications are mandatory pass requirements under this ITB? If the offered equipment fully complies with all technical specifications, but the manufacturer does not hold ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, will the bid be considered responsive during the evaluation?A11: ISO 9001 certification for manufacturers is a general mandatory requirement for all our tenders which intended to ensure that the manufacturer maintains a certified quality management system for the design and production of the offered equipment. ISO 14001 is not required under this tender.A11ISO 9001 certification for manufacturers is a mandatory requirement under this tender to ensure that the manufacturer maintains a certified quality management system for the design and production of the offered equipment. ISO 14001 certification is not required under this tender.

New clarification added: Q9: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 1: Noise and Vibration Spectrum Analyzer, S/N 20 states: "Compliance with GOST 31191.1-2004 (ISO 2631-1:1997); GOST 31192 or equivalent standards." Clarification is requested as to whether compliance with GOST 31192 (ISO 5349) is mandatory or whether this requirement may be removed or revised to "(if applicable)", considering that the primary intended application of the equipment is environmental, structural and building vibration monitoring.A9: The requirement remains unchanged. Hand-arm vibration measurements are also required. Therefore, compliance with GOST 31192 (ISO 5349) or an equivalent standard remains applicable where relevant to the proposed measurement configuration. Equivalent international standards will also be accepted.

New clarification added: Q10: Could you please clarify whether ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 manufacturer certifications are mandatory pass requirements under this ITB? If the offered equipment fully complies with all technical specifications, but the manufacturer does not hold ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, will the bid be considered responsive during the evaluation?A10: The requirement remains unchanged. Hand-arm vibration measurements are also required. Therefore, compliance with GOST 31192 (ISO 5349) or an equivalent standard remains applicable where relevant to the proposed measurement configuration. Equivalent international standards will also be accepted.

New clarification added: Q9: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 21 states: "Mounting kit – 1 pc. Calibration nozzle – 1 pc." Clarification is requested as to whether the requirement "Mounting kit – 1 pc." may be revised to "Mounting kit – 1 pc. (if applicable)".A8: This requirement will be addressed through an amendment to ITB_2026_63515_Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms. The revised Form D – Technical Bid Form will be attached accordingly.A9: The request is accepted. The requirement will be revised to: "Mounting kit – 1 pc. (if applicable)." Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q8: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 20 states: "Delivery set: Protective case; user software; base station; sampling probe; protection from precipitation and sun; light and sound alarm; sample preparation device and others." Clarification is requested as to whether the requirement "Base station" may be revised to "Base station (if applicable)".A8: Base station (docking station) is intended for convenient charging, data transfer, and, where supported by the manufacturer, instrument configuration and automatic functional testing (bump test) and calibration. However, some models do not use a base station; therefore, your request is accepted. Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded.

New clarification added: Q6: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 20 states: "Delivery set: Protective case; user software; base station; sampling probe; protection from precipitation and sun; light and sound alarm; sample preparation device and others." Clarification is requested as to the intended functionality and scope of use of the required user software.A6: The required user software shall enable the connection of the device to a PC for downloading and storing measurement data, visualizing measurement results, generating reports, and exporting data to commonly used electronic formats. Any equivalent manufacturer software providing these functions will be accepted.

New clarification added: Q6: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 4 states: "Acceptable measurement methods used by the device: electrochemical, NDIR, UV fluorescence, photoionization (PID) depending on the component being measured." Clarification is requested as to whether the reference to UV fluorescence may be removed from the list of acceptable measurement methods for this procurement.A6: The listed measurement methods represent acceptable measurement technologies depending on the gas component being measured. This does not mean that the equipment must utilize all of the listed measurement principles; i.e., the use of UV fluorescence is not mandatory. Therefore, the requirement remains unchanged.

New clarification added: Q5: According to ITB_2026_63515, Section III – Returnable Bidding Forms, Form D – Technical Bid Form, Lot 2: Gas Analyzer, Multicomponent, S/N 3 states: "The multi-component gas analyzer must ensure the simultaneous and/or selective determination of the following pollutants in atmospheric air..." and S/N 5 states: "Measuring range: Carbon monoxide (CO) – 0–2500 ppm... Methane (CH₄) – 0–100%." Clarification is requested as to whether the list of gaseous components under S/N 3 and S/N 5 should be aligned. Could you please confirm the final list of gaseous components together with the corresponding Limits of Detection (LOD) and Measuring Range for each component?A5: The multi-component gas analyzer shall ensure the simultaneous and/or selective determination of the gaseous components, detection limits, and measurement ranges as specified below:Required components (detection limits, at least):Carbon monoxide (CO) – 1 ppmCarbon dioxide (CO₂) – ppmNitrogen dioxide (NO₂) – 0.1 ppmOzone (O₃) – 0.1 ppmSulfur dioxide (SO₂) – 0.1 ppmHydrogen sulfide (H₂S) – 0.03 ppmVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) – 0.1 ppmAdditional components (detection limits, at least):Methane (CH₄) – 0.3 ppmBenzene (C₆H₆) – 1 ppbToluene (C₆H₅CH₃) – 1 ppbFormaldehyde (HCHO) – 1 ppbAcetone (C₃H₆O) – 8 ppbMeasurement range:Carbon monoxide (CO) – 0–2500 ppmCarbon dioxide (CO₂) – 0–5000 ppmNitrogen dioxide (NO₂) – 0–20 ppmOzone (O₃) – 0–10 ppmSulfur dioxide (SO₂) – 0–20 ppmHydrogen sulfide (H₂S) – 0–200 ppmVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) – 0–200 ppmMethane (CH₄) – 0–150 ppmBenzene (C₆H₆) – 0–0.6 ppmToluene (C₆H₅CH₃) – 0–1.3 ppmFormaldehyde (HCHO) – 0–0.4 ppmAcetone (C₃H₆O) – 0–2 ppmAccordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section III_Returnable Bidding Forms_Form D_Technical Bid Form_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded accordingly.

New clarification added: Q4: Could you please confirm whether a Manufacturer's Authorization is required?A4: A4Yes. A Manufacturer's Authorization is required. Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded to reflect this requirement.

New clarification added: Q3: Could you please clarify the required warranty period for the offered equipment?A3: According to ITB_2026_63515_Section IV – Draft Contract for Goods, Annex III: Schedule of Requirements, Section 3.4 (Warranty and After-sales Services), the warranty period for all equipment shall remain valid for 12 months after the Goods have been fully installed and put into service, as certified by UNOPS.A3The warranty period for all equipment shall remain valid for 12 months after the Goods have been fully installed and put into service, as certified by UNOPS. Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded to reflect this requirement.

New clarification added: Q3: Could you please clarify the required warranty period for the equipment and confirm whether a Manufacturer's Authorization is required? A3: The warranty period for all equipment shall remain valid for 12 months after the Goods have been fully installed and put into service, as certified by UNOPS. Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded to reflect this requirement.

New clarification added: Q2: Could you please confirm whether training for the remaining products can be provided through video tutorials or remote video sessions?A2: The required theoretical and practical training shall be provided on-site at each recipient location by qualified and authorized personnel. Therefore, video tutorials or remote training sessions cannot replace the required on-site training. Accordingly, the revised ITB_2026_63515_Section II_Schedule of Requirements_Rev1_23Jul2026 will be uploaded to reflect this requirement.

New clarification added: Q1: According to ITB_2026_63515_Section II – Schedule of Requirements, Section II.2c (Product Certification), compliance with medical device regulatory frameworks (MDR, MDD, FDA, etc.) is required. However, the items under Lots 1 and 2 are not medical devices. Could you kindly confirm whether, for these lots, a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) or an equivalent product conformity document will be considered sufficient?  A1: The requirement under Section II.2c allows for different levels of certification depending on the technology offered under each lot. Accordingly, a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) verified by a Notified Body (NB) is acceptable, as requested.