Contract Bidding Open For Personal Protective Equipment (V2) Safety footwear As per IS 15298 (Part 2)

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with the capability to supply safety footwear compliant with the IS 15298 (Part 2) standards. Bidders must also provide relevant documentation to demonstrate their experience and financial capacity to deliver the required quantity of Personal Protective Equipment.

Bidders must submit an OEM Authorization Certificate and any additional documents specified in the ATC. If there is a claim for exemption from experience or turnover criteria, supporting papers must also be provided.

To participate in the bidding process, potential bidders need to be registered on the GeM portal. Registration requires providing necessary company details and compliance documentation that aligns with the eligibility criteria outlined in the tender.

Bidders should ensure that all documents are submitted in the formats specified in the bidding document. Typically, electronic formats such as PDF or JPEG are preferred. Physical documents, if required, must be clearly legible.

The technical specifications include compliance with the IS 15298 (Part 2) standards, which outline requirements for material durability, slip resistance, and overall performance characteristics of the footwear.

Yes, safety footwear must meet specified quality standards as outlined in the IS 15298 (Part 2) standards, ensuring it provides adequate protection and meets the operational needs of railway personnel.

Bidders must comply with all relevant quality, safety, and technical specifications as per the tender's requirements. This includes adherence to issued guidelines and providing documentation to support compliance.

The EMD for this tender is ₹142,240. Bidders seeking exemption from EMD must provide valid supporting documents proving their eligibility according to GeM guidelines.

The performance security requirement is 5% of the total bid value, to be held as a Guarantee for a period of 24 months following the completion of the contract.

Payment terms will be specified in the contract, typically requiring performance verification before release. Proper documentation must accompany requests for payment to ensure compliance with terms set in the bid.

Bids will undergo evaluation based on total value wise criteria. Emphasis will be placed on both compliance with technical specifications and financial competitiveness as parts of the overall assessment.

Results of the evaluation process will be conveyed through official channels. All participants are advised to monitor official notifications and follow up if required.

Yes, while this specific tender does not provide exemptions concerning experience or turnover, MSEs often benefit from various purchasing preferences under different procurement guidelines.

Startups, similar to MSEs, are not granted exemptions for the experience or turnover criteria set in this tender, ensuring a level playing field among all bidders.

Under the 'Make in India' initiative, preference will be given to products manufactured locally in India, especially for bids under ₹200 crores. Bidders are encouraged to prioritize local supply chains wherever possible.