Invitation to Bid - Gum Spirit of Turpentine Oil as per IS 533,THINNER FOR CELLULOSE NITRATE BASED PAINTS AND LACQUERS in KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, having at least 1 Year of experience in supplying similar products to any Central or State Government Organization or PSU. Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) may receive exemptions from experience criteria if they meet quality specifications.

Bidders should submit the following documents: Experience Criteria documentation, Past Performance records, certificates requested in the ATC, and OEM Annual Turnover documentation. Those claiming exemptions for the experience and turnover criteria must provide supporting documents.

Registered bidders must ensure that their products meet the specified technical standards outlined in the tender, specifically IS 533 for Gum Spirit of Turpentine Oil and IS:5667.1970 for thinner products. Additional certification from ISO-accredited bodies may be requested.

Bidders must upload all required documents through the GeM platform as specified in the bid details. Each document must support the criteria set forth, ensuring all submissions are complete for evaluation.

The payment terms have not been specifically outlined but generally include provisions for payment upon successful delivery and verification of the provided products and are governed by standard procurement regulations.

The evaluation process is based on a total value wise evaluation method, which considers the quotes submitted by the bidders against the technical specifications and financial compliance to determine the most advantageous bid.

Yes, MSEs are exempt from the experience and turnover criteria as long as they can meet the quality and technical requirements necessary for the products being bid upon.

No, startups do not receive exemptions from experience and turnover requirements in this tender and must fulfil all standard criteria as specified for eligibility.

All document submissions must be made through the GeM portal, typically in PDF or other readable digital formats as prescribed by the tender's submission guidelines.

No performance security is cited as a requirement in this tender; successful bidders must ensure compliance with the delivery and quality expectations established within the bid documents.

Bidders are encouraged to utilize the technical clarification period provided for questions and inquiries regarding the bid submission, ensuring all concerns are addressed appropriately before final submission.

The tender promotes adherence to the benefits provided under MSME guidelines, which support local procurement by ensuring that MSEs are prioritized in terms of bidding and securing contracts based on the defined policies.

Yes, additional terms and conditions have been incorporated by the buyer which may affect the bidding process and should be carefully reviewed by all participating bidders prior to submission for compliance.

Bidders must ensure that their products comply with the local manufacturing stipulations listed within the tender and demonstrate the credentialing required to fulfil the objectives of the "Make in India" campaign as per GeM guidelines.