Invitation to Bid - Classroom Desking and Seating (V2) in JABALPUR, MADHYA PRADESH

Details are provided in the tender document.

A1: To participate in the GEM/2024/B/5587411 tender, bidders must meet specific eligibility criteria such as a minimum average annual turnover of INR 4 Lakhs for the last three years, and a minimum of three years of past experience supplying similar products. MSEs are exempted from turnover and experience criteria, provided they adhere to quality standards.

A2: Bidders must submit various documents including experience criteria documentation, past performance evidence, bidder turnover certifications, OEM authorization certification, and compliance documentation for the BoQ specifications. MSEs seeking exemptions must also provide relevant supporting documents.

A3: The desks must have two-seater configurations with integrated storage and must comply with GeM specifications. Key technical elements include mild steel hollow supports, specific thickness measurements for frames, and stipulated materials for desks and seating.

A4: Yes, bidders must make an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 21,000 and a performance security of 3% of the total contract value for 12 months post-delivery. Financial documentation must also accompany the bid to substantiate turnover claims.

A5: Bids will be evaluated based on total value, technical compliance, and past performance. The evaluation committee will ensure all submissions meet the necessary criteria before awarding contracts.

A6: No, while Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) are eligible for certain exemptions, startups do not qualify for similar preferences in this tender.

A7: The bid submission deadline is January 8, 2025, at 12:00 PM, with the bid opening scheduled for the same day at 12:30 PM.

A8: The products must be delivered to the Jabalpur Engineering College, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The expected delivery period is 45 days from the date of award.

A9: Yes, the submitted documents by bidders will be visible to all participants involved in the bidding process.

A10: No inspection is required by an empanelled authority as part of this tender process.

A11: Bidders are allowed to submit bids for part quantities; however, the quantity offered must exceed the minimum bid quantity specified, ensuring no bids below this threshold are accepted.

A12: Yes, MSEs will receive purchasing preferences when they meet specified criteria, thus allowing for greater chances of contract awards.

A13: Bidders who do not meet the minimum average annual turnover of INR 4 Lakhs will be disqualified from participating in the bid.

A14: Yes, MSEs can claim EMD exemption by submitting valid supporting documents that align with the General Terms and Conditions outlined in the GeM guidelines.

A15: The estimated bid value for the classroom desking and seating tender is approximately INR 720,000, which helps guide the EMD amount and eligibility criteria related to turnover and past performance assessments.