Open Tender for Screw Clamp for Ballastless Track

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity capable of entering into a contract, having at least three years of experience in similar supply categories, and complying with all necessary quality and environmental standards outlined in the tender.

Bidders must provide several certificates such as OEM authorization certificates, technical compliance documents, and proof of previous supply experience. These documents are essential for verifying eligibility and technical capability.

The registration process requires entities to register on the GeM portal. Bidders must ensure their profiles are complete and include necessary certifications to comply with the tender requirements for the Screw Clamp for Ballastless Track bid.

Accepted document formats typically include PDF, scanned copies of original documents, and digital formats that meet the criteria as specified in the bid documentation. All documents must be uploaded through the GeM portal.

The technical specifications include size, material strength, load capacity, and compliance with ISO standards. Full specifications are provided in the linked buyer specification document, which must be strictly adhered to for bids.

All products supplied must meet the relevant ISO quality standards and specifications outlined in the tender documents. Adherence to these standards is critical to ensure product efficacy and safety.

Bidders need to comply with compliance requirements which include technical standards, submission of required certificates, and adherence to local sourcing policies to qualify for consideration in the tender.

The submitted products may be subject to compliance testing as per the specifications outlined in the bid. This includes verification of quality through applicable engineering tests relevant to the screw clamp specifications.

The EMD amount required for participation in this tender is ₹44,300, which ensures the commitment of the tender participants.

The successful bidder will need to provide a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) amounting to 5% of the total contract value, which is commonly maintained for a specified period after contract execution.

Payment terms will be specified in the contract agreement upon successful bid acceptance. Typically, payments might be structured based on milestones or upon delivery and acceptance of the products.

Price evaluation will be conducted based on the total value of bids. Both technical competency and financial offers will be weighed to determine the most advantageous proposal that meets all criteria.

All bids must be submitted electronically via the GeM platform in the specified two-packet format, ensuring that both technical and financial bids are uploaded separately.

While exact dates are not provided, notable timelines involve the submission of bids by the end time and the opening of bids shortly thereafter. Participants should regularly reference the GeM portal for detail updates.

The evaluation will involve assessing the eligibility, technical specifications, and financial offers. Bids that do not meet mandatory document submissions or specifications will be summarily rejected.

Bidders will receive notifications regarding the results of the tender process through the GeM portal once the evaluation is complete. Successful bidders will also receive instructions for subsequent contract execution.

MSEs benefit from exemptions on experience and turnover criteria, thus increasing their opportunity to participate actively in larger contracts. Additionally, there are favorable conditions supporting local suppliers.

Registered startups may also apply for exemptions regarding experience and turnover in this procurement process, aligning with governmental support to encourage new ventures.

The tender prioritizes local sourcing and products manufactured within India, supporting the Make in India initiative. Bid documents require proof of local content to validate compliance with these policies.

Bidders must adhere to the local content requirements specified to qualify for preference under the Make in India initiative. Compliance is assessed during the bid evaluation process.