Invitation to Bid - Khaki Uniform Cloth Material (NLC India)

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity and having a minimum of 3 years of past experience in supplying similar textile materials. Additionally, MSEs and Startups may qualify for exemptions from turnover and experience criteria if they meet the quality specifications.

Bidders need to submit several certificates including an OEM Authorization Certificate, supporting documents for exemption requests, and evidence showing turnover, along with experience criteria documentation.

Prospective bidders must register on the GeM platform to be eligible for the tender. Once registered, they can submit their bids and required documentation through the online portal.

Submissions must be in PDF format, ensuring clarity and readability. Other document types may not be acknowledged unless specified in the tender documents.

The technical specifications are detailed within the tender documentation. Bidders must ensure their products conform to these specifications to qualify for evaluation.

The cloth materials must comply with the predefined quality standards specified in the tender documentation, including any relevant national or international textile quality standards.

Bidders must comply with the stipulated quality and technical specifications laid out in the tender. Non-compliance may lead to disqualification.

The evaluation process will include verification of compliance with the required technical specifications and quality standards as outlined in the tender.

There is no Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for this tender, simplifying the entry process for bidders.

Bidders are required to provide a Performance Bank Guarantee (ePBG) of 3% of the contract value, valid for six months following the delivery of goods.

The payment terms will follow the guidelines set in the tender document, typically including provisions for release upon successful delivery and verification of the supplied materials.

The price evaluation considerations will be based on a total value-wise comparison of the bids submitted, ensuring fair competition and selection of cost-effective proposals.

Bids must be submitted by the bid end date specified in the tender. Late submissions will not be considered; therefore, timely compliance is crucial.

All bidders will be notified of the results following the conclusion of the evaluation process as outlined in the tender documentation.

MSEs can avail of exemptions from certain experience and turnover requirements, facilitating greater access to government contracts while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Yes, startups may also be exempted from the experience and turnover criteria, encouraging new entrants to participate in government procurement processes.

The tender promotes local procurement by encouraging participation from Indian manufacturers, thereby aligning with the national objective of promoting indigenous production and self-reliance.