Tender Notice for Smart Card Operated Ticket Vending Machine (ATVM) (Indian Railways)

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with appropriate business licenses, demonstrating a minimum of 3 years of experience in supplying similar equipment, and compliance with the specific quality standards mandated by Indian Railways.

Bidders must provide essential certificates such as OEM Authorization Certificates and evidence of past performance related to similar products. Experience certificates and documentation for any exemptions concerning experience or turnover criteria must also be included.

The registration process to participate in this tender involves submitting necessary documentation that aligns with eligibility criteria and ensuring compliance with all technical specifications outlined in the tender documents. The bidders should also register on the GEM platform.

All submitted documents must adhere to the specified formats given in the tender documentation. It is important to ensure that all files can be accessed and are in a recognizable format for evaluation purposes.

The technical specifications required include user-friendly interfaces, secure payment processing capabilities, and compliance with safety and quality standards set out by Indian Railways. Specific details can be found in the attached documents.

Yes, compliance with the defined quality standards is mandatory for the submitted machines, and adherence to these standards will be evaluated during the selection process.

Bidders are required to comply with the eligibility criteria, provide relevant certifications, and meet all technical and financial obligations set forth in the tender. Compliance with the 'Make in India' policies may also apply.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for this tender is 309,000 INR. It is necessary to include this deposit with the bid submission.

A Performance Security Deposit is mandatory, and it is crucial to detail your payment terms within your proposal to align with the tender requirements.

The evaluation method will be based on total value-wise evaluation, focusing on cost-effectiveness while ensuring quality and adherence to technical specifications.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the GEM platform, ensuring that all necessary documents are included and adhere to the tender’s submission requirements.

Potential bidders should be aware of submission deadlines, evaluations, and notifications for results as indicated within the tender documentation.

There are specific benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) regarding exemptions from some eligibility criteria, which allows for more accessible participation in the tendering process.

Startups may benefit from certain provisions designed to facilitate their participation in the tender process. This includes relaxed compliance with experience and past performance criteria.

Once the evaluation process is complete, all participating bidders will be notified of the results. Successful bidders will receive further instructions regarding contract finalization and execution.