Open Tender for Operation And Maintenance Of Lifts (Elevators) - Complete System in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum of 7 years of past experience in elevator operation and maintenance, alongside a necessary average annual turnover of 4 Lakh (s). Additionally, MSE and startup bidders may qualify for exemptions regarding experience if they submit appropriate documentation.

Applicants must provide an OEM Authorization Certificate and documented proof of compliance with relevant safety and operational standards along with their technical bids.

Bidders must ensure they are registered as a supplier on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform. The registration should be completed prior to the submission of bids to ensure eligibility.

All required documents must be submitted in PDF format adhering to specifications outlined in the main tender document. It is critical that all files are clearly labeled as per requirements noted in the bid.

The technical specifications include adherence to safety regulations, experience in maintaining elevator systems, and the ability to provide documented proof of prior service quality alongside necessary technical certifications.

Bidders are expected to operate in compliance with national and international safety standards, ensuring that all maintained elevator systems meet legal and operational quality benchmarks during the entire service period.

Compliance includes meeting all operational safety requirements, completion of required training certifications, and adherence to Make in India policies that promote local production.

The specifics of the EMD will be detailed in the tender documentation. Bidders must ensure they meet the deposit requirements to validate their bid submission.

Details regarding performance security will be clearly outlined in the tender document, ensuring that the selected bidder meets project delivery expectations.

The payment terms will be specified in the tender documentation, detailing milestone payments and conditions for releasing funds tied to project completion.

The evaluation process will consider both technical merit and the overall financial bid. A comprehensive scoring model will be utilized to ensure fair and equitable assessments.

Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform using the specified Two Packet Bid structure for documentation.

All timelines and deadlines will be stipulated in the tender documentation. Bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with critical dates to ensure on-time submission.

The evaluation and selection process will involve a detailed review of technical bids followed by the financial consideration. The overall best value bid, including technical merit, will be awarded the contract.

All bidders will receive formal notification of the results through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform after the evaluation process is concluded.

MSEs can enjoy specific exemptions from strict eligibility criteria concerning experience, allowing them access to competitive tenders to boost their business opportunities.

Startups that meet the necessary documentation criteria can avail of exemptions on experience requirements, encouraging innovation and participation in government tenders.

Bidders must comply with local content requirements as outlined in the tender to promote the Make in India initiative and support domestic industries.