Open Tender for FPO - Wheat,FPO - Non Basmati Rice in RAIPUR, CHHATTISGARH

The eligibility requirements include having a registered entity in India, a minimum average annual turnover of 90 lakh INR, and three years of relevant experience supplying similar products to government organizations. MSEs have streamlined eligibility and may qualify for exemptions based on specified conditions.

Bidders must submit various certificates, including audited financial statements indicating turnover, experience records from previous contracts, and any additional documentation specified in the ATC. For MSEs seeking exemptions, appropriate supporting documents are also mandatory.

To register, companies must create an account on the GeM platform, complete their profile, and ensure they have all necessary documentation ready for submission. Registration must be completed prior to submitting bids.

Documents must be uploaded in PDF format, ensuring clarity and compliance with GeM standards. Other formats may be specified in the bid document or ATC.

The technical specifications require various types of wheat and rice to be supplied in specific packaging types and sizes, adhering strictly to quality metrics such as grain size and color, along with local content requirements.

All products must comply with the GeM category specifications as mentioned in the tender. Quality metrics include standards for moisture content, packing integrity, and physical appearance.

Bidders must comply with all relevant agricultural and food safety regulations in India, ensuring products meet the required FSSAI standards.

The EMD is set at 360,000 INR for this tender. Bidders must ensure that the EMD is submitted as part of their bid requirements. MSEs can apply for EMD exemption under certain conditions.

The Performance Security required is 5% of the total contract value, refundable after completion and acceptance of the delivered supplies, and must be maintained for a duration of 12 months.

Payment terms typically stipulate that payments are processed upon receipt and acceptance of goods. Specific details will be outlined post-bid evaluation and award notification.

The evaluation will be done on an item-wise basis, assessing compliance with specifications, quality of the product, past performance indicators, and competitive pricing among bids.

Results will be communicated through notifications on the GeM platform. Bidders will be informed about the outcome of their bids along with any details regarding subsequent steps.

MSEs are granted exemptions related to turnover and experience requirements, promoting their participation in government tenders while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Startups do not receive exemptions related to experience and turnover; therefore, compliance requires meeting all standard eligibility criteria as outlined in the tender.

Preference is given to local suppliers with at least 50% local content in their offered products, encouraging the growth of local industries and aligning with national procurement policies.