Invitation to Bid - Supply of Stores, detailed specification, description etc. as per attached annexure. in BONGAIGAON, ASSAM

Details are provided in the tender document.

To participate in the Supply of Stores tender (Reference: GEM/2024/B/5719781), bidders need a minimum of 3 years of relevant past experience in supplying similar items. Furthermore, they must provide supporting documentation, such as OEM authorization and financial turnover statements, along with their bids.

Bidders must submit certificates including Experience Criteria, Past Performance, Bidder Turnover certifications, and OEM Authorization. Notably, MSEs seeking experience exemption must provide supporting documents for eligibility.

Interested bidders can register on the GeM (Government e-Marketplace) portal. After registering, they can submit their bids securely through the portal, ensuring all required documents are uploaded as specified in the tender document.

All documents should be submitted in PDF format. Bidders should ensure that all necessary supporting documents are clearly presented and comply with the tender submission regulations.

The technical requirements can be referred to in the Buyer Specification Document linked in the tender. Bidders must ensure that their products comply with all specified technical standards before submission.

Bidders must adhere to high-quality standards as per the specifications outlined in the buyer document. This includes compliance with applicable safety standards and quality certifications relevant to the supplied items.

The EMD for this tender is set at INR 90,000. Bidders can seek exemptions if they comply with the MSE guidelines, but must submit the necessary documentation outlining their eligibility.

The payment terms will be specified in the contract awarded to the successful bidder and will adhere to the usual policies of the Indian Railways. Bidders should prepare for standard payment conditions typically associated with government tenders.

Bids will be evaluated based on compliance with the technical specifications, the total value of the bid, and submission of required documents. A total value-wise evaluation methodology will be applied ensuring fairness and transparency.

Yes, MSEs are encouraged to participate and benefit from purchase preference. Valid Udyam Registration is a prerequisite, and MSEs may be exempt from certain requirements if they meet specified conditions in the tender.

Startups can participate; however, they are not exempt from experience and turnover requirements and must meet the standard eligibility criteria outlined in the tender document.

• Bid Start Date: December 18, 2024
• Bid End Date: January 8, 2025, at 12:00 PM
• Bid Opening Date: January 8, 2025, at 12:30 PM

Successful bidders will be notified through the email registered in the GeM portal. The official results will also be published on the GeM platform following the bid opening.

Bidders are encouraged to comply with the 'Make in India' policy by purchasing locally sourced products. A minimum local content requirement of 50% for Class 1 and 20% for Class 2 local suppliers is set forth in the bid specifications.

Any incomplete or incorrectly submitted documents may lead to the rejection of the bid. It is imperative that all required documentation is thoroughly reviewed and included before submission.