Global Tender: Deepwater Methane Sensor for NIOT

The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) – India's premier R&D body for ocean engineering – has floated a global tender for the procurement of a Deepwater Methane Sensor to be used in their flagship deep-sea submersible program MATSYA6000.

This is not just procurement—it’s participation in India's most ambitious oceanic mission.

🔧 Scope of Work

• Item: METS-type Methane Sensor

• Deployment Depth: 6000 meters

• Specs: Titanium alloy housing, 728 bar pressure rating, ≤2kg in air, ASCII/NMEA data format

• Interfaces: RS232/422/485 or Ethernet

• Use Case: For scientific instrumentation inside MATSYA6000, a manned submersible capable of deep-sea operations.

📋 Key Information Snapshot

• Tender No - NIOT/HVT/1361R/2025-26

• Organization - National Institute of Ocean Technology (MoES)

• Location - Chennai, India

• Submission Deadline - 9 May 2025, 11:00 AM IST

• Tender Type - Global, Dual-Bid (Techno-Commercial + BOQ)

• Eligibility - OEM or Authorized Agent; deep-sea sensor supply experience mandatory

• EMD - ₹1,94,000 / USD 2,272.19

• Performance Security - 5% Order Value

• Warranty - Minimum 1 Year (extendable)

• Contact - hvt@niot.res.in

🛠 Eligibility Checklist

To apply, bidders must:

• Be OEMs or their authorized agents.

• Have documented proof of past supply of methane sensors for ≥6000m depth.

• Not be from countries sharing land borders with India (unless registered).

• Ensure technical bid matches NIOT’s spec sheet (mandatory compliance sheet required).

• Upload scanned EMD document and submit physical copy before deadline.

📦 What You Need to Submit

1. Technical Bid: With signed compliance sheet, drawings, and documentary proof.

2. BOQ/Price Bid: Uploaded separately.

3. EMD: Scanned upload + physical DD/BG/FDR or Insurance Surety Bond.

4. Authorized dealer letter (if applicable).

🕑 Timeline

• Issue Date: 07 April 2025

• Closing Date: 09 May 2025 (11:00 AM IST)

• Opening: Same day at 11:30 AM IST

💡 Why You Should Apply

Being selected as a supplier for NIOT isn't just business—it's recognition on a global science & research platform. It establishes credibility with not just Indian institutions, but opens doors for collaborations across Asia-Pacific.

💪 Calling All Marine Tech Innovators!

If you are a manufacturer or an authorized distributor of high-performance ocean sensors, this tender is your chance to be part of a nation-building mission.

✅ 4-Step Guide to Apply

1. Register on CPPP – https://eprocure.gov.in/eprocure/app

2. Download Tender – www.niot.res.in

3. Prepare Two-Part Bid – Upload technical and BOQ separately.

4. Send EMD Document – Upload scan + send original by courier before 9 May.

🙌 Final Words

MATSYA6000 is making headlines globally—and you can be a part of it. If you have the product, the track record, and the vision to see India's ocean tech thrive—this tender is your opportunity.

Let’s push the depth of innovation, together.