Procurement Opportunity: ALTITUDE TEST CHAMBER in CHANDIGARH, CHANDIGARH

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, demonstrating a minimum average annual turnover of 9 Lakhs over the last three years, and having at least 3 years of relevant past experience. Furthermore, bidders must submit necessary documentation, including OEM authorization and compliance with the specifications outlined in the tender.

Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including Experience Criteria, Bidder Turnover, OEM Authorization Certificate, and details ensuring compliance with the BoQ specifications. Evidence of past performance and any related certifications should also be provided to ensure eligibility.

The registration process involves creating an official account on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. Bidders need to provide necessary documentation and ensure compliance with registration guidelines set by the platform.

Documentation submissions must adhere to formats as specified in the tender. Typically, PDF is a prevalent format along with signed digital copies complying with the buyer’s requirements, although bidders should refer to the tender guidelines for specific details.

Yes, bidders must provide detailed documentation on the technical specifications of the Altitude Test Chamber, ensuring it meets the standards for evaluating its performance under high-altitude conditions. Detailed compliance with the technical standards outlined in the tender is essential.

The equipment must adhere to recognized quality standards, ensuring reliability and performance during testing scenarios. Specific compliance with the standards will be evaluated during the bid evaluation process.

Bidders must ensure that their offerings comply with the specifications outlined in the bid document. Compliance documentation must include certificates proving adherence to quality and performance standards required by the buyer.

Testing criteria will focus on the chamber's performance efficiency in simulating high-altitude environments, including controlled temperature and pressure standards as required by the buyer. Detailed specifications will guide the evaluation process.

An EMD amount of ₹260000 is mandatory for all bidders. This deposit assures the bidder's commitment to the tender process and will be refundable upon the completion of the bidding cycle, subject to the terms set forth in the documentation.

Following the award of the contract, successful bidders are required to provide a performance bank guarantee (PBG) to secure compliance with the contract obligations. The terms of the PBG will be outlined in the final contract agreement.

Payment terms will generally be established upon contract agreement. Bidders should anticipate payment schedules related to milestones pending approval upon successful supply and installation of the equipment.

Bids will be evaluated on a Total Value Wise Evaluation basis, considering pricing, compliance, and total eligibility under specified criteria. The highest priced bids may be eliminated based on the H1 qualification rule set by the buyer.

Bidders will be notified through official channels once the evaluation process is complete. Results may be published on the GeM portal or communicated directly to bidders based on the established protocols.

Although no exemptions are directly provided for MSEs regarding experience or turnover criteria in this specific tender, MSEs are encouraged to participate. All submissions are evaluated fairly based on the established requirements.

The tender does not offer exemptions for startups concerning experience and turnover. However, startups are still invited to submit their bids, ensuring adherence to the same qualifications as other bidders.

This tender encourages the use of indigenous technologies and engineering solutions, aligning with the 'Make in India' initiative. Bidders are encouraged to source materials locally wherever applicable, promoting domestic manufacturing and procurement in compliance with government policies.