Procurement Opportunity: Warehousing Service - Per MT Basis - Food grain storage, Mandya Revenue District 15000 MT; Dry /nor in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity under relevant statutes. Additionally, MSEs and startups may be exempt from standard turnover and experience criteria, provided they meet specified quality and technical specifications. Supporting documentation must be uploaded for claim validation.

Required certificates from bidders may include Experience Criteria, Bidder Turnover statements, OEM Authorization Certificates, Annual Turnover details, and any additional documents specified in the Attachments to the Contract (ATC). Check the tender documents for specific requirements.

Prospective bidders should register on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. Ensure that your organization’s profile is complete, and all necessary documents are readily available for submission with your bid.

Bidders are typically required to submit documents in PDF or image formats. Ensure all files meet the submission size and clarity standards as indicated in the tender documentation.

The technical specifications encompass having a capacity for food grain storage, offering dry or normal warehouse facilities, and meeting quality standards for preservation and security. Further details can be found in the linked technical documents within the tender.

Bidders should ensure compliance with the quality standards outlined in the Bid Document and those applicable under relevant food safety regulations. Details about exact standards can be retrieved from the associated technical documents.

Bidders must comply with all conditions of the tender, including those concerning the submission of Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) and adherence to quality and technical specifications. Non-compliance with any requirements can lead to disqualification.

The EMD amount required for this tender is ₹300,000. Bidders seeking an exemption must submit necessary supporting documents in their bids. The deposit ensures the seriousness of the bids submitted.

While performance security requirements are not explicitly detailed in the current tender, they are typically required in line with GeM regulations and the buyer's directives after contract award.

Payment terms are to be defined in the agreement upon successful bid award. Generally, payments may be structured around progress milestones or on a monthly basis after service delivery verification.

Pricing will be evaluated using the total value aspect, considering the completeness and competitiveness of the bids. Offers significantly deviating from market rates may be scrutinized more closely.

Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal, making sure all required documentation is included for assessment.

Key timelines will be specified in the tender documentation; however, submitting bids before the closure date is essential, along with adherence to guidelines for preliminary queries clarified during the designated periods.

Bid results and contract awards will typically be communicated in accordance with GeM's standard procedures, ensuring transparency in the selection process. Updates will be posted on the official GeM platform.

MSEs are entitled to purchase preference and exemptions from turnover and experience criteria, ensuring equal opportunities in bidding for government contracts and procurement processes.

Startups can benefit from exemptions similar to MSEs concerning turnover and experience; however, they must still comply with quality requirements and provide adequate documentation to claim these benefits.

Bidders must comply with 'Make in India' policies by ensuring that their offerings have a substantial domestic presence and meet local content requirements, detailed within the tender specifications.