Invitation to Bid - Classroom Desking and Seating (V2)

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, possessing a minimum of three years of past experience in supplying classroom furniture, and achieving an average annual turnover of at least 126 Lakhs within the last three financial years. Bidders seeking exemptions from the experience or turnover criteria must submit valid supporting documents for evaluation.

Bidders must provide various documents, including experience and past performance records, OEM authorization certificates, financial turnover certificates, and any additional documents as specified in the ATC. All submissions should be made in electronic format.

The technical specifications include compliant design features that ensure durability and comfort, based on guidelines outlined in associated tender documents. Bidders are expected to meet or exceed these standards as stipulated by the Basic Education Department.

Bidders must comply with industry-recognized quality standards aimed at ensuring safety, comfort, and sustainability of the furniture supplied. The OEM authorization will also confirm adherence to these standards.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for this tender is 505000. This deposit must be submitted along with the bid for consideration in the evaluation process.

The performance security requirement typically entails a percentage of the contract value, which assures the buyer of the supplier's ability to fulfill their obligations under the contract. Further details can be found in the tender documentation.

Payment terms will be detailed in the contract following successful bid acceptance, categorized generally by milestones related to successful delivery and satisfactory inspection of the supplied goods.

Price evaluation considerations will focus on total value-wise assessment, with significant weight given to compliance with technical specifications and qualification requirements during the bidding process.

All required documents and bids must be submitted electronically as specified in the tender documentation to ensure efficient evaluation and tracking.

Key timelines include the bid submission deadline, bid opening date, and validity of bid offers as specified in the tender documentation. Interested bidders should regularly check the provided links for updates.

The evaluation and selection process involves a comprehensive review of the submitted bids based on technical compliance and financial stability, focusing on ensuring bidders meet all stated criteria and specifications.

Notifications regarding results and any associated feedback will be sent to bidders via the contact details provided in the tender submission documents.

Benefits for MSEs may include exemptions from certain eligibility criteria and simplified submission processes, as outlined in the tender documentation, to encourage participation from smaller enterprises.

Startups may also benefit from eased compliance requirements and other supportive measures designed to foster innovation and participation in government tenders, detailed within the main document.

This tender aligns with 'Make in India' policies by promoting local manufacturers and encouraging quality domestic production while adhering to local content and procurement rules as specified.

Yes, local content and procurement rules must be adhered to, ensuring that a percentage of the supplied goods is procured from local sources, enhancing regional economic growth.