Invitation to Bid - Supply, Installation & Commissioning of 15 KVA solar off grid with buyback in VISAKHAPATNAM, ANDHRA PRADESH

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, having a minimum average turnover of ₹2 Lakhs over the last three years, and possessing at least three years of experience in supplying similar products to governmental organizations or PSUs.

Bidders need to submit Experience Criteria, Past Performance, Bidder Turnover documentation, OEM Authorization Certificate, and certificates that validate annual turnover as per the requirements mentioned in the tender.

To participate in the bidding process, a bidder must complete the registration on the GeM portal, ensuring all necessary registrations are validated and that they meet the specified eligibility criteria.

All submitted documents need to be in PDF format as detailed in the tender instructions, and bidders are advised to ensure that all submitted documents are clear and legible.

The technical specifications include compliance with local government regulations, performance parameters that meet or exceed the requirements indicated in the tender, and the provision of necessary certifications such as BIS and other relevant approvals.

All solutions provided must adhere to governmental quality standards for solar installation and operational efficiency, including compliance with local and national regulations.

International bidders need to ensure compliance with local procurement policies, including registration with the Competent Authority to bid on tenders as mandated under Indian procurement law.

The evaluation will be based on total value-wise criteria, where bidders must provide clear documentation of each aspect of their submission alongside proofs of compliance with technical and financial requirements.

The tender documentation specifics stipulate conditions regarding EMD; however, no explicit values are mentioned in the available details, thus it is critical for bidders to refer directly to the GeM guidelines for clarification.

While specific performance security requirements are not detailed, it is standard practice for awarded contracts to include some form of performance bond or guarantee to ensure compliance with bid terms.

Payment terms generally require that upon successful delivery and installation of the goods, and provided all compliance documents are in order, payments can typically be processed via the GeM portal as outlined during the tender process.

The key submission deadlines are set within the tender documentation, and all bidders must ensure compliance with those timelines to avoid disqualification.

MSEs may participate in the tender; however, no purchase preference exemptions are applicable for years of experience and turnover within this specific tender.

Currently, this tender does not offer exemptions for start-ups concerning experience and turnover, though they are allowed to participate.

Bid submissions must adhere to the Make in India directive, with necessary documentation to verify compliance with local content requirements.

Post-evaluation, results will typically be communicated to participating bidders through the GeM platform, where individual standings and awarded contracts will be published in accordance with procurement practices.