Invitation to Bid - LED Luminaire for High Bay Lighting

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with relevant documentation, providing an OEM Authorization Certificate, and submitting any supporting documents if claiming exemptions from experience or turnover criteria, which showcases the credibility of the bidder regarding LED luminaire specifications.

Bidders must provide an OEM Authorization Certificate to validate that they are authorized resellers or manufacturers of the LED luminaires they are offering. Moreover, if seeking exemptions from experience or turnover criteria, supporting documents must also be submitted.

Prospective bidders must complete the registration process on the Government E-Marketplace (GeM) platform to participate in tenders. After registering, bidders can view available tenders, including those for LED luminaires, and submit their bids following the given guidelines.

Bidders are typically required to submit documents in PDF format or as specified in the tender document. It is crucial to adhere exactly to the tender's documentation requirements to avoid disqualification during the evaluation process.

The technical specifications for the LED luminaires include an operating voltage range of 100–280 Volts, a wattage of 120, and a lumens per watt efficacy of at least 120, alongside specific color temperature and CRI criteria essential for meeting the required lighting standards.

These LED luminaires should comply with industry benchmarks pertaining to efficiency, durability, and safety. The products should confirm to the specifications mentioned in the tender document related to luminous efficacy and color temperature.

Yes, bidders must comply with the technical specifications outlined in the tender document and adhere to procurement policies regarding MSEs and any applicable government mandates such as Make in India for local sourcing provisions.

The evaluation method will consider total value-wise evaluation, meaning the overall price quoted for the 100 LED luminaires. Bidders must ensure their pricing is competitive within the confines of the specifications provided in the tender document.

Specific payment terms are typically defined in the tender documents. Bidders should anticipate standard commercial practices, which may include milestone payments or full payment upon delivery of the LED luminaires.

Bids should be submitted electronically via the Government E-Marketplace (GeM) platform adhering to the submission guidelines detailed in the tender document to ensure successful participation.

Results from the evaluation process will be communicated through the GeM portal or via designated communication methods as specified in the tender. Professional bidders should regularly check their profiles for notifications regarding their submissions.

MSEs will receive purchase preference under the procurement policies, provided they fulfill the requirements of the Udyam registration. These firms can potentially match the lowest offered price if they are within 15% of the lowest bid.

Unfortunately, this tender does not provide specific exemptions for startups related to experience and turnover, emphasizing the importance of established credentials for participation.

The tender encourages participation from local manufacturers compliant with national policies and promotes domestic production by prioritizing bidders who adhere to local quality standards and regulatory requirements outlined in the broader procurement strategy.