Procurement Opportunity: Colony counter electronic balance

To participate in the tender for the Colony Counter Electronic Balance, bidders must have a minimum of two years of past experience with similar products. However, MSEs and Startups are exempted from the experience requirement subject to quality compliance.

Bidders must submit several documents, including Experience Criteria, Past Performance certificates, and an OEM Authorization Certificate. Full documentation details can be found in the tender.

Bidders should ensure they have registered on the GEM portal and maintain compliance with the latest MSME and startup provisions. Valid public procurement certificates may be required for exemptions.

The Colony Counter Electronic Balance must demonstrate an accuracy level of at least 99.9% and include digital LED displays, suitable accessories, and dimensions as specified in the tender documentation.

Bids will be evaluated on a total value-wise basis, considering technical compliance and past performance. The highest-priced bid will be eliminated from the final evaluation.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for participating in the tender is INR 6000. This must be submitted alongside your bid.

Payment terms will be discussed post-bid award and will typically follow the procurement policies laid out by the Ministry, aimed at ensuring timely and efficient transactions.

Bidders may seek clarifications during the 2-day period allowed for technical questions during the evaluation phase. It’s crucial to utilize this window efficiently for clearer bid submissions.

Yes, MSEs can benefit from exemptions concerning Turnover and Experience Criteria if they substantiate the quality compliance requirements stipulated in the tender.

The RA will include technically qualified bidders excluding the highest bid (H1). Detailed RA guidelines will be provided post-evaluation to ensure transparency and fairness.

Preference for Make in India products will be granted to Class 1 and Class 2 local suppliers as per the tender provisions, enhancing local industry integration.

Bid offers are required to remain valid for 180 days from the closing date of the tender submissions.

Bidders must submit their documents through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal, where detailed guidelines are provided for submission processes.

Yes, a minimum local content of 50% is required for qualifying as a Class 1 local supplier, as mentioned in the tender document.

Post-bid opening, evaluation of the bids will be conducted, and notifications will be sent within a stipulated timeframe regarding the results and next steps.