Procurement Opportunity: Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV/UAS) as per MHA QR in SOUTH ANDAMAN, ANDAMAN & NICOBAR

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, possessing a minimum average annual turnover of 7 Lakhs, and having at least 2 years of past experience pertinent to the supply of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV/UAS). Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups may qualify for exemptions regarding the experience criteria if they provide adequate documentation to support their eligibility.

Bidders must adhere to outlined technical specifications including compliance with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Quality Requirements. Essential documents include the OEM Authorization Certificate, and proofs that the offered UAV meets the specific BoQ requirements as detailed in the procurement tender.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) amounting to 70,800 is required to secure the bid submission. Bidders must prepare this amount as specified in the bidding documents and ensure its inclusion with their submission, as it will be held until the contract is finalized or the bid is rejected.

Bids will undergo a total value wise evaluation process, where technical compliance is verified before financial evaluations are considered. The highest priced bid may be eliminated as per the H1 - Highest Priced Bid Elimination criterion. Successful bidders will be informed post-evaluation.

The tender includes specific benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups. They are allowed exemptions from certain eligibility criteria such as the number of required years of experience provided they submit the necessary documentation to support their claims. Compliance with 'Make in India' initiatives is also a focal point, promoting local manufacturing and procurement practices.