Open Tender for BIO FERTILIZER (PROM)

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with proof of legal status, a minimum average annual turnover of INR 2 Lakhs, and at least 2 years of experience in supplying bio fertilizers. Additionally, past performance will account for 30% of the evaluation process.

Bidders must provide certificates to demonstrate compliance with Indian Standards for bio fertilizers, OEM authorization if applicable, and other documentation related to experience and past performance. Relevant financial documents supporting turnover claims are also necessary.

Bidders must complete the registration process through the official GeM portal. Once registered, complete the necessary bid documents including financial and technical proposals in accordance with the specifications outlined in the tender.

All documents should be submitted in PDF format to ensure compatibility and security. Supporting documents may also include spreadsheets for financial breakdowns if necessary.

The bio fertilizers must comply with the specifications outlined in the tender document including adherence to Indian Standards specific to the products being offered. Bidders need to ensure that their products meet these detailed requirements.

Yes, all products must comply with relevant Indian Standards to qualify. Bidders must provide certification proving that the bio fertilizers meet these quality standards upon submission.

Bidders must ensure that all submitted documents, including quotations and technical specifications, meet the requirements as per the GeM guidelines and the specific needs outlined in this tender.

Details regarding the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) should be included as part of the bid submission and must comply with the guidelines set forth by the Agriculture Production Department and GeM regulations for financial security.

The successful bidder may be required to provide a performance security in the form of a bank guarantee or equivalent, as outlined in the tender documents. This ensures compliance with the contract terms post-award.

Payment terms typically include milestone-based payments or full payment upon verification of delivery. Specific payment cycles and terms will be detailed in the contract signed post-bid acceptance.

The evaluation will be based on the total value of the bid as compared to the quality and compliance of technical specifications. The proposal that offers the best value for money while adhering to the required standards will be selected.

All notifications regarding the results of the evaluation process will be sent via official communication channels as defined by the Agriculture Production Department. Interested parties are encouraged to check the GeM portal regularly for updates.

MSMEs may receive concessions or benefits as stipulated by government regulations, which can include exemptions from certain financial requirements and preferential evaluation during the selection process.

Yes, startups are welcomed to participate and will be evaluated similarly to other bidders, with considerations for innovative proposals and potential exemptions from experience requirements based on their business model.

Bidders must adhere to the ‘Make in India’ policies as mandated by the government, ensuring that a substantive portion of the offered products is sourced or manufactured locally to qualify for consideration.

Bidders are encouraged to contribute to local economies by sourcing materials domestically where possible. Compliance with local content rules as per government directives is essential to foster local economic growth during the procurement process.