REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) FROM THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION As part of its work, the World Health Organization (WHO) undertakes jointly with Member States and other specialized UN Agencies, a variety of health projects for which equipment and supplies are provided free of charge by the Organization. Purchases of such material are non-commercial and international in character, as the products in question are for use in health Programmes mainly in developing countries or in the offices of the Organization itself. We are pleased to invite you to participate in this call for tender for the various items as per the attached Excel document. Important note: WHO will only accept offers including: a) The attached Excel document completed in all its parts; b) The same Excel document converted in PDF format; c) The Company ‘s quotation, on official letterhead; d) Any other relevant document, as appropriate. The following information must be included in your quotation: 1. Acceptance of WHO PURCHASE ORDER (PO)General Terms and Conditions (attached) 2. Complete technical specifications for each item offered; 3. Item catalogue number (if applicable); 4. Product Brand Name, name of manufacturer and site; 5. Minimum shelf-life, expressed in months, (if applicable); 6. Prices should be on FCA airport and FOB port of despatch basis. (understood as the closest or more convenient major airport/port in relation to the place of manufacture or storage of the goods); We prefer to forward the shipment by our partner forwarding company (Kuehne + Nagel - Denmark), as they have arrangements to pick up the shipment across the globe. 7. Additional requirement – In case small quantities are to be ordered, please provide quotes on DAP/CIP terms up to consignee address provided in the Excel document; 8. Lead time (number of days from PO issuance); 9. Approximate Final Shipping Weight (kg); 10. Approximate Final Shipping Volume (cbm), including packaging/ pallet dimensions (please indicate number of containers, if applicable); 11. Validity of the quote; 12. Country of origin of the items quoted; 13. Storage requirements (if applicable); 14. Please provide details in respect of installation and warranty (if applicable). Kindly be advised that offers will not be opened until the deadline for submission has elapsed. Please note that WHO is exempt from all direct taxes, customs duties and all similar taxes (e.g. VAT). The quoted price must be valid for a period of at least 3 months from the day of quotation. WHO`s Financial Rules and Regulations require the implementation of a 30-day payment policy, and no advance payment can be envisaged. Feel free to contact us should you require any further assistance. Thanking you in advance for your kind cooperation.