Invitation to Bid - CD SHREDDER MACHINE,Interactive Board,Frameone by one,Fire extinguisher,Fire ball in BARDHAMAN, WEST BENGAL

Details are provided in the tender document.

A1: To participate in the GEM/2024/B/5725024 tender, bidders must have at least 1 year of experience in supplying similar educational products, must hold a valid Udyam registration for MSEs if claiming benefits, and provide documentation to prove experience and turnover as needed.

A2: Required documents include an Experience Criteria document, Past Performance records, Bidder Turnover details, and OEM Authorization Certificate. All documents must comply with the formats specified in the bid document.

A3: No, there is no requirement for an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) for this tender.

A4: The technical evaluation will focus on the compliance with the specified technical requirements and documentation provided upfront. A two-day window for technical clarifications will be available during this evaluation phase.

A5: Payment terms will be discussed and finalized after the evaluation results are published. Specific conditions will be outlined in the awarded contract.

A6: Reverse Auction will be conducted among the first 50% of the lowest priced technically qualified bidders. Those bidders will be invited to offer reduced prices, and the contract will be awarded based on this auction.

A7: Yes, MSEs that provide valid Udyam registration documentation will receive purchase preferences, provided they are the manufacturer of the offered products.

A8: A total of 121 units are required, including various educational tools such as CD Shredder Machines, Interactive Boards, and Fire Extinguishers.

A9: Detailed technical specifications and the BOQ can be found in the documents linked on the tender page. Please refer to the provided technical specification document link.

A10: Important dates include the bid end date on January 9, 2025, and the bid opening date on the same day. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2024.

A11: No, all documents must be submitted in the formats specified in the tender documentation to ensure compliance and facilitate evaluation.

A12: The total quantity specified in the tender is 121 units, and bidders must be able to meet this requirement upon winning the bid.

A13: Bids that do not meet the specified technical requirements may be disqualified during the evaluation process and will not be considered for the contract award.

A14: The evaluation will be based on the total value-wise assessment, looking at compliance with specifications, financial proposals, and the potential for Reverse Auction participation.

A15: Queries regarding the tender can be directed to the Department of Military Affairs through the contact information provided in the tender documentation.