Open Tender for Tractors (V1)

The eligibility requirements include being a registered legal entity, having experience in supplying similar machinery, and maintaining an average annual turnover of INR 3 Lakhs. There are also exemptions available for MSEs and startups.

Bidders need to submit various certificates, including the OEM Authorization Certificate, Experience Certificates, and any additional documentation specified in the tender's Instructions to Bidders.

The registration process involves creating an account on the GeM portal, submitting the necessary documentation for verification, and signing up for the specific tender to indicate interest.

Proposals must be submitted electronically in accepted formats such as PDF, providing all required documentation as specified in the tender document.

The technical specifications include details such as engine capacity, fuel efficiency standards, mandatory safety features, and adherence to the manufacturer's quality control standards.

Yes, bidders must comply with the quality standards set forth in the tender document, ensuring that all tractors meet the safety and performance benchmarks outlined by the issuing authority.

Bidders must comply with all statements of truthfulness in their submissions and meet the technical qualifications outlined in the tender notice. Failure to provide accurate information can disqualify a bid.

The testing criteria shall be in accordance with the standards set by the agricultural research authorities, ensuring the tractors pass all essential performance assessments before acceptance.

An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 24,000 is mandatory for bid participation, and this amount will be refunded to unsuccessful bidders after the bid evaluation process is complete.

The performance security requirements will be specified in the contract once a bidder is awarded, commonly calculated as a percentage of the contract value to ensure fulfillment of contract obligations.

Payment terms will be defined in the contract, typically structured around the successful delivery and acceptance of goods, along with adherence to the financial conditions set in the bid.

Price evaluation considerations will focus on the total bid value, ensuring that the lowest bid meeting all technical specifications will be prioritized during the evaluation process.

Bidders may submit proposals electronically through the GeM portal following the protocol specified in the tender documents to ensure timely and secure submissions.

While specific timelines will be mentioned in the tender documents, it is crucial for bidders to pay attention to submission deadlines and dates for technical clarifications, ensuring compliance with prescribed formats.

Bidders will be notified of the results through official channels mentioned in the tender documentation, with instructions provided for follow-up actions based on outcomes of their submissions.

MSEs have provisions for exemption from standard experience and turnover criteria, allowing them an opportunity to participate actively in government tenders.

Yes, startups may also benefit from similar exemptions from experience requirements, providing more inclusive participation in government contracts.

This tender promotes local manufacturing and procurement, aligning with the 'Make in India' initiative aimed at boosting domestic production and innovation in agricultural equipment manufacturing.

All bids must comply with applicable local content and procurement policies as defined by government regulations, which encourage local sourcing and production as part of the procurement process.