Invitation to Bid - Designing Software (V2) in BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH

Details are provided in the tender document.

To participate in the tender GEM/2024/B/5730155, bidders must meet specific eligibility criteria. They should be recognized manufacturers or OEMs and must submit certificates as requested in the ATC. Exemptions from experience or turnover criteria require submission of supporting documents.

Bidders are required to submit an OEM Authorization Certificate and any other certificates specified in the ATC. It's essential to ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded to avoid disqualification.

The software must include modules for General Design, Infrastructure Design, and Structural Design, complying with quality and safety standards specified in the tender document. It should support both 2D and 3D capacities, and the license model needs to adhere to a per-named-user policy.

No EMD is required for this tender. However, a performance security in the form of an ePBG at a rate of 3% of the contract value is mandatory and must be uploaded within 15 days of contract release.

Bids will be evaluated on a total value basis, with compliance to specified technical requirements being critically assessed. Furthermore, bidders are advised to ensure that all certifications are uploaded for evaluation.

The bid will be open for submissions from December 19, 2024, to January 9, 2025. Bids will be opened on January 9, 2025, at 18:30. The offer validity is set for 65 days post the bid closing date.

MSEs holding a valid Udyam registration will have certain purchase preferences in this bidding process. However, they must prove their manufacturer status and ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises.

Yes, the bid requirements indicate that bidders must provide training materials, although no specific training days are mandated unless applicable.

Yes, the purchaser reserves the right to increase or decrease the order quantity by 25% during the contract period without providing a reason.

Bids must be submitted through the GeM portal as specified in the tender document. Ensure you comply with all submission guidelines to avoid disqualification.

Yes, vendors from countries sharing a land border with India must be registered with the Competent Authority to be eligible to bid.

Failure to submit any required documents or certificates can lead to disqualification from the bidding process as stated in the tender guidelines.

This tender prioritizes local suppliers by requiring a minimum local content in the provided software to qualify as a Class 1 or Class 2 local supplier, thereby aligning with the 'Make in India' initiative.

All participating bidders will be notified through the GeM platform regarding the evaluation results and contract award details post the bid opening.

For specific inquiries, participants should refer to the GeM portal for contact information relevant to the tender.