Contract Bidding Open For Bottle Gourd variety Shramik,Broccoli variety Fiesta,Brinjal Variety Janak,chilli variety soundrya, in LEH, JAMMU & KASHMIR

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity as per applicable laws, having compliance with the specified quality standards and technical specifications, and not being on any government blacklist. Entities qualifying as Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) are also encouraged to apply.

Participants must provide various certificates, including registration certificates under applicable government laws, quality certificates for seeds, and compliance with agricultural standards. These forms must be clearly documented in the bid submission.

The registration process involves creating an account on the GeM portal. Once registered, bidders can proceed to submit their bid documents for the tender. All necessary documentation must accompany the submission.

Accepted document formats include PDF for official documents and other digitally verifiable formats. It’s essential to consult the tender document for specific requirements regarding file types.

The technical specifications mandate that seeds must be fresh, certified, and high-yielding varieties that comply with agricultural quality standards. Bidders must include all relevant certifications in their technical bids.

All seeds provided under this tender must meet the quality standards established by the Department of Defence Research & Development and relevant agricultural policies. This ensures the procurement of high-quality seeds.

Yes, bidders must comply with all local agricultural regulations and industry standards as described in the tender documentation. This aspect will be a significant part of the eligibility evaluation.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is set at ₹50,000, which ensures the authenticity of the bids submitted. This amount will be refunded to unsuccessful bidders upon request.

Upon winning the bid, a performance security deposit usually takes the form of a bank guarantee or cash deposit, typically around 5-10% of the contract value, depending on the tender specifications.

The payment terms will be specified in the final agreement upon selection. Typically, payments will be made based on milestones or delivery schedules, as outlined in the tender documentation.

The price evaluation will be based on a total value analysis, focusing on the competitiveness of bids relative to the technical compliance of the offered seeds. The lowest priced technically qualified bids will be entertained.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the GeM portal using the provided online submission features. The two packet bid system must be adhered to, ensuring that technical and financial bids are separate.

While specific dates are not included, bidders must be aware that the final submission and bid opening will be noted in the tender. It is essential to monitor updates through the GeM portal.

The evaluation and selection process involves an initial assessment of the technical bids, followed by a financial comparison of eligible bidders. Only those meeting the technical criteria will have their financial bids opened for evaluation.

Results will be communicated through the GeM portal once the evaluation is complete. Bidders can check the status of their submissions and any updates regarding the final outcome.

Special provisions exist in the tender to promote participation from MSEs, including considerations for price preference and technical support, thus fostering a more inclusive procurement process.

Startups may receive advantages in the evaluation process, emphasizing innovative solutions and aids in compliance with eligibility criteria outlined within the tender.

All bidders must demonstrate compatibility with 'Make in India' policies, promoting local manufacturing and production of seeds, thus supporting the national agenda for economic self-sufficiency.

Bidders will be expected to comply with the local content procurement rules, which stipulate minimum local production criteria for the seeds offered, aligning with national policy objectives for local sourcing.