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U-16011/34/2022-PC-Part(1)/E-861383 28-11-2025
To
All Deans - ESIC PGIMSRs, Medical & Dental Colleges and Hospitals
All Medical Superintendents - ESIC Hospitals
Director (Medical) Delhi/Director (Medical) Noida
Subject: Revised Standard specifications of MRI Machine 3.0 Tesla-reg.
Ref: Hqrs Web upload U-16/30/130/2012-Procell/EqpSpe/515474, dated- 01.08.2024
Respected Sir/Madam,
Reference is invited to Hqrs Web upload cited above vide which the standard
specifications and cost estimation for MRI Machine 3.0 Tesla were uploaded on the
ESIC website for utilization by user units/ESIC institutions.
In this regard, a Committee comprising of experts from ESIC institutions as
well as external experts from premier/other Government institutions was constituted by
the Director General, ESIC to review the specifications of MRI Machine 3.0 Tesla
issued by ESIC Hqrs vide above referred Hqrs. Letter dated 01.08.2024 (Web Upload
Console No 17774/2024 dt 02.08.24) and to frame specifications to ensure
requirement, maximum participation, cost estimation and also to amend accessories
required for safety of the patients/staff during the use of the equipment.
After
detailed
deliberations,
the
Committee
recommended
certain
changes/amendments/additions in the specifications circulated earlier vide Hqrs. Letter
dated 01.08.2024 (Web Upload Console No 17774/2024 dt 02.08.24).
Accordingly, specifications of MRI Machine 3.0 Tesla have been revised.
The revised specifications , duly approved by the Director General, ESIC, are
enclosed herewith. All ESIC Institutions are hereby instructed to adhere to the
revised/updated specifications and guidelines as detailed below:
Sl. No.
Name of Equipment
Estimated Cost in Rs.
(excluding GST, Turnkey component and CMC)
1
MRI Machine (3Tesla)
Rs. 35 Crore (Rupees Thirty Five Crore Only)
These revised specifications are issued in supersession of the earlier
specifications of MRI Machine 3.0 Tesla circulated vide Hqrs. Letter dated 01.08.2024
(Web Upload Console No 17774/2024 dt 02.08.24). The specifications and guidelines for
the other two equipments - i.e. (i) CT Scan Machine (128 Slice); and (ii) Digital Xray
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Machine 500mA, circulated vide Hqrs. Letter dated 01.08.2024 (Web Upload Console
No 17774/2024 dt 02.08.24), shall remain unchanged.
* Specifications of additional equipment/item mentioned in the Revised MRI Machine 3.0
Tesla Specifications shall be finalized by the procuring institution in consultation with the
concerned specialty department.
a. The revised specifications are broad-based for use by ESIC Institutions.
Considering technological developments, institutions may incorporate generic
technical modifications and additional tender conditions after assessing local
requirements, in strict adherence to the ESIC Medical Equipment Manual and all
applicable procurement guidelines (GeM/GFR/CVC/MII) and statutory provisions.
b. All user units shall ensure evaluation of cost–benefit analysis, obtain necessary
sanctions/approvals from Hqrs., and confirm adherence to ESIC norms, Delegation
of Powers, infrastructure and manpower availability, and budgetary provisions
before procurement.
c. Since GeM is dynamic in nature, institutions must conduct due diligence in cost
estimation prior to tendering. Cost references should primarily be drawn from GeM
contracts/supply orders; where unavailable, market surveys or other prescribed
methods (as per the Equipment Manual/Manual of Procurement of Goods) may be
used.
d. Procuring institutions must carefully assess whether the prescribed specifications
are essential, or whether lower-specification equipment at a lower cost may
adequately meet requirements, considering bed strength, ancillary facilities,
location, and market conditions. Institutions must use GeM for cost estimation with
appropriate specifications accordingly.
e. In cases where the estimated cost exceeds Delegation of Powers or is outside
ESIC norms, or exceeds the cost estimated by ESIC Hqrs. the Dean/Medical
Superintendent shall seek prior in-principle approval from Hqrs., with proposals
submitted in the prescribed proforma along with full justification, cost–benefit
analysis, recommendations, and certification from local Finance & Accounts.
f. A pre-bid meeting/conference should invariably be conducted by the procuring
location. During the course of the pre-bid meeting, if any clause within the
specifications framed by ESIC Headquarters is found to be restrictive in nature,
such clauses may be amended or removed, provided that the reasons for doing so
are duly recorded. The technical evaluation shall thereafter be carried out based
on the revised specifications and applicable criteria. Any such modifications must
be promptly communicated to the Procurement Cell, ESIC Headquarters.
It is reiterated that the Head of the Institution shall be solely responsible to
ensure that procurement is carried out strictly in compliance with ESIC norms,
Government of India procurement guidelines (GeM/GFR/CVC/MII), and the ESIC
Medical Equipment Manual. Institutions must ensure that:
Only generic specifications are adopted.
Adequate budget, infrastructure and manpower are available.
Prior approval for starting services is obtained from ESIC Hqrs.
Cost–benefit analysis, reasonableness of rates, and optimum utilization are
ensured.
Local financial concurrence/vetting is obtained.
Under no circumstances does any procured equipment remain unutilized.
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This issues with the approval of Director General, ESIC.
Yours sincerely,
Dy. Medical Commissioner (RC & PC)
Encl: Revised specifications of 3.0 Tesla MRI Machine
Copy to:
1. All Zonal Medical Commissioners.
2. PPS to DG/CVO/FC and PPS to MC(MA)/MC(ME)/MC(MS)/MC(PC).
3. WCM, Hqrs with request for uploading on ESIC website
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