Contract Bidding Open For Development of Custom Dashboards and Reports for VPN Utilization and Exploitation for Segregation o in EAST KHASI HILLS, MEGHALAYA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, possessing a minimum average annual turnover of 200 Lakhs over the last three years, and demonstrating at least three years of relevant experience in similar services provided to Central or State Government organizations or PSUs.

Essential certificates required include the Experience Certificate, OEM Authorization Certificate, and Financial turn over documentation. Bidders should also provide supporting documents that comply with the BoQ specifications and any additional requested certificates as outlined in the submission guidelines.

Bidders must be registered entities on the GeM portal. Once registered, they can submit their bids electronically through the platform, adhering to the specific bid submission procedures outlined in the tender document.

The accepted document formats for submission include PDF and other common formats as specified in the GeM guidelines. Bidders must ensure that all documents are legibly sealed and uploaded in accordance with the requirements stated in the main tender document.

The technical specifications include the development of custom dashboards and reports for VPN utilization, the installation of servers with integrated threat protection, VPN user authentication setups, and adherence to specified documentation and training deliverables as mandated.

Bidders must comply with prevailing quality standards as specified in the technical documentation accompanying the tender. This ensures that the services and products provided meet the operational requirements of the Central Armed Police Forces.

Bidders must demonstrate compliance with all regulatory requirements applicable to the services being proposed. This includes certifications related to cybersecurity protocols, performance standards, and any other governmental regulations.

The EMD amount required is 2400000. Bidders seeking exemption must submit valid documents as per GeM guidelines. EMD is a commitment fee ensuring that the bidding entity is serious and responsible for their proposal.

Post-contract award, a performance security of 3% of the total contract value must be submitted. This is used to ensure contract execution compliance and can be invoked in case of underperformance.

Payment terms will be stipulated in the final contract awarded upon successful bid evaluation. Typically, they involve milestones based on deliverables and adherence to project timelines.

The price evaluation will be conducted based on total bid value, ensuring that bidders provide competitive pricing without compromising on quality or deliverables as specified in the BoQ.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the GeM portal, adhering to the defined submission procedures. Physical submissions are typically not allowed unless otherwise specified in the tender document.

Key timelines include bid submission deadlines, technical evaluation periods, and expected notification of results. Bidders should frequently check official tender notifications for any amendments.

MSEs are provided purchase preferences but do not receive exemptions from experience and turnover criteria in this particular tender. They are encouraged to present valid Udyam Registrations for eligibility.

Bidders must fulfill local content requirements, with a minimum of 50% for Class 1 suppliers and 20% for Class 2 suppliers. Documentation proving local content percentage must be provided along with the bid.

The local content procurement rules necessitate that bidders provide evidence of local sourcing constituting the minimum percentages required for their respective classifications, facilitating the 'Make in India' initiative.