Invitation to Bid - Drinking Water Cooler (V2) as per IS 1475 in RAEBARELI, UTTAR PRADESH

The eligibility requirements for participating in this tender include being a registered entity and having a minimum of 3 years of experience in supplying drinking water coolers. Additionally, bidders must demonstrate an average annual turnover of at least ₹2 Lakhs and an OEM average turnover of ₹9 Lakhs. Supporting documentation, including certificates and authorization letters, must also be submitted for consideration.

The technical specifications for the drinking water cooler must comply with the Indian Standard IS 1475. Bidders are expected to provide documentation that demonstrates the coolers' compliance with safety, performance, and environmental standards. Additionally, evidence of past performance and quality assurance certifications may be necessary to verify the products' technical capabilities.

Participants must pay an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹10,000 upon submission of their bids. Moreover, bidders must meet the stipulated financial criteria, which include demonstrating an average annual turnover of ₹2 Lakhs and an OEM average turnover of ₹9 Lakhs to ensure they have the financial capability to fulfill the tender's requirements.

The evaluation process will be based on a total value-wise evaluation of the bids. This involves assessing both the technical and financial submissions. Past performance metrics and compliance with specified criteria will be crucial for the assessment to ensure that the selected vendor is reliable and capable of delivering the requested coolers effectively.

The tender includes special provisions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), which may allow for exemptions from specific eligibility criteria, thereby encouraging greater participation. MSEs must provide appropriate documentation to support their claims for exemptions to facilitate evaluation and consideration in the bidding process.