Bids are Invited For Purpose Build Backup Appliance 50TB Usable,LTO-9, FC Tape Autoloader,Backup Software per TB,LTO-9 D in SOUTH DELHI, DELHI

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity and compliance with the technical specifications outlined in the tender document. Additionally, bidders may need to provide supporting documents if seeking exemption from experience and turnover criteria.

Bidders must submit the OEM Authorization Certificate, certificate requested in the ATC, and documentation supporting compliance with the specifications in the BoQ. If an exemption is sought, supporting documents validating the request must also be provided.

To register as a bidder, interested parties need to follow the online registration process as specified on the government procurement portal. Compliance with technical and financial requirements is mandatory.

Bid documents must be submitted in formats compatible with the GeM platform. Typically, this includes PDF for documents and CSV for the BOQ submissions. Always check the specific requirements provided in the tender documentation.

Bidders must ensure that their offerings meet the set technical specifications, primarily for the Backup Appliance, LTO-9 FC Tape Autoloader, and complementary components like the Backup Software and Network Switch alongside other hardware requirements specified in the BoQ.

Yes, all items supplied must comply with the quality standards stipulated in the tender document. Bidder offerings will be evaluated based on adherence to these specified standards.

A mandatory Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 300,000 is required for this tender. Bidders seeking exemption must submit the necessary documentation to validate their exemption eligibility under the MSE category.

A performance security of 5% of the contract value is required in the form of an ePBG (Electronic Performance Bank Guarantee). Details regarding submission and requirements are available in the tender document.

Payment will be processed according to the terms established in the contract post-evaluation and acceptance of all deliverables. Typically, significant payments are released following successful deployment of equipment and services, ensuring compliance with the specified conditions.

The price evaluation will consider total value-wise assessment, factoring in any concessions provided to MSEs and compliance with the lowest bid or negotiations that may occur during the reverse auction process.

All submissions must be made electronically via the Government eMarketplace (GeM) platform. Hard copies or alternate submission methods are not accepted.

The timeline is defined in the tender documentation. Bidders typically receive updates on evaluation stages, and final results are communicated post-evaluation completion.

At present, this tender does not provide specific exemptions for years of experience or turnover for startups. However, startups are invited to partake yet must fulfill the same eligibility criteria as larger firms.

This tender supports the 'Make in India' initiative by mandating local sourcing of products, requiring a minimum local content of 50%, ensuring contributions to the local economy, and boosting domestic manufacturing capabilities.

While specific contact details may not be provided, bidders can direct general inquiries through the official channels associated with AIIMS or utilize the provided documentation as a reference for guidance on procurement processes.