Invitation to Bid - Monthly Basis Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - SUV; 2500 km x 320 hours; Outstation in ERODE, TAMIL NADU

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, holding a valid Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration, and providing the necessary documentation if exempting from experience or turnover criteria.

Bidders must submit certification stating that all submitted documents are true and factual. Each member of partnerships or joint ventures must also submit relevant additional certifications as per the tender requirements.

To participate in the bidding process, potential bidders should register on the Gem portal and provide all requisite documentation, including legal compliance documents and financial statements.

Bidders are typically required to submit documents in PDF format unless otherwise specified in the tender. It's advisable to check the submission guidelines detailed in the tender documentation.

Vehicles must be SUVs, complying with age and mileage conditions. Specifications dictate models from the years 2021 to 2024, with mileage not exceeding 75,000 km.

Vehicles must meet the operational requirements indicated in the tender, including reliability, model years, and maintenance status, ensuring compliance with the specifications specified.

Bidders must comply with all detailed terms and conditions listed in the tender documentation, including adherence to 'Make in India' policies.

While specific testing criteria for vehicles may not be explicitly outlined within the tender, bidders should ensure the vehicles meet all technical specifications provided to ensure compliance.

The EMD for this tender is set at INR 29,100. Bidders looking for EMD exemption must provide valid supporting documentation that meets the exemption criteria under the GTC.

Bidders are required to submit an ePBG (Electronic Performance Bank Guarantee) of 5% of the contract value, valid for 26 months post-project completion.

Payment terms will be specified in the final contract awarded to the selected bidder, generally outlining conditions related to invoicing and payment frequency post service delivery.

The evaluation will be conducted based on the total value of the proposal submitted by the bidders, encompassing both technical compliance and financial offers.

Bids must be submitted electronically via the Gem portal, in accordance with the guidelines provided in the tender documentation.

Bidders should refer to the tender document for specific deadlines related to bid submission, opening, and any other key operational milestones.

The evaluation is conducted on a total value basis, where submitted bids undergo scrutiny against technical and financial specifications set forth in the tender.

Successful bidders will receive notifications as per the norms defined in the tender document following the completion of the bid evaluation process.

In this tender, there are currently no MSE purchase preferences outlined; thus, all bidders are expected to comply with standard requirements without special consideration.

This tender does not provide exemptions based on experience or turnover for startups; all entities must adhere strictly to the specified criteria.

Bidders are required to ensure that their offerings are in line with the 'Make in India' initiatives, promoting local manufacturing and procurement whenever applicable.

Entities must adhere to specified local content requirements as stipulated by the Ministry of Railways, ensuring compliance with all procurement rules outlined in government policies.