Procurement Opportunity: Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in BANGALORE, KARNATAKA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with necessary certifications recognized by the MSME. Additionally, bidders must provide relevant experience or supporting documents if applicable to meet the exemption criteria.

Bidders must submit a PAN Card, GSTIN, and a certified EFT Mandate along with a cancelled cheque as documentation for registration and compliance.

The registration process involves the online submission of required documents and can be completed through the GeM portal. Bidders must ensure that all documentation is uploaded before the specified deadline.

The accepted document formats are typically PDF and Excel as indicated in the bidding documents. All submissions must comply with the defined formats outlined in the technical document specifications.

The technical specifications require adherence to stringent standards for lithium-ion technology. Detailed specifications are provided in the buyer's documentation linked to the tender.

Bidders are obliged to follow relevant quality standards and guidelines stipulated in the tender documents, ensuring compliance with the technical specifications for the energy storage systems.

Compliance with local regulations, procurement policies, and specific criteria set by the buyer regarding past performance and product quality is mandatory for successful bids.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) amount required is 68,000 INR. Bidders should prepare to submit this along with their technical proposal.

The performance security is set at 5% of the total contract value, which should be submitted after bid acceptance and remains valid for 15 months.

Payment terms will be elaborated in the contract following bid acceptance. Bidders must familiarize themselves with terms related to milestone payments and final settlements.

The price evaluation process is based on the total value of the bids received. It will assess whether bids fall within competitive pricing parameters as established by the buyer.

Bidders are advised to track timelines for submission and evaluations as detailed in the tender documents. This includes both technical and financial bid submission deadlines.

Notification of results will be communicated through the GeM portal, and bidders will have the opportunity to view their evaluation status post announcement.

MSEs are entitled to purchase preference in evaluation and can apply for EMD exemptions, provided they meet the necessary documentation requirements.

Yes, startups may avail themselves of exemptions and benefit under the MSE provisions, enabling broader inclusion in this tender.

This tender prioritizes local suppliers, with mandates for local content percentages that align with Make in India initiatives, thus supporting domestic manufacturing and industries.