Revised Standard specifications of MRI Machine 3.0 Tesla (English) · 28 Nov 2025

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कर्मचारी राज्य बीमा निगम
(श्रम एवं रोजगार मंत्रालय, भारत सरकार)
EMPLOYEES' STATE INSURANCE CORPORATION
(Ministry of Labour & Employment, Govt. of India)

मुख्यालय
Headquarters'
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PANCHDEEP BHAWAN, C.I.G. MARG, NEW DELHI-110 002
Phone: 011-23604700 Email : dir-gen@esic.nic.in
Website : www.esic.nic.in / www.esic.in

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 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.

This issues with the approval of Director General, ESIC.

Yours sincerely,

Digitally signed by
Sanjiv Kochhar
Date: 28-11-2025
10:45:11
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