Open Tender for Custom Bid for Services - Schedule I Labour cost for preparation cooking serving distribution o in KRISHNA, ANDHRA PRADESH

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with Indian Railways, providing necessary documentation to support qualifications, and having relevant experience in canteen services. MSEs and Startups can obtain exemptions while submitting valid supporting documents for Experience and Turnover criteria.

Bid submission requires several essential documents, including evidence of experience criteria, bidder turnover, and specific certifications requested in the ATC. If any bidder claims exemption from the Experience or Turnover criteria, supporting documents validating this eligibility must be uploaded for evaluation.

To register for bidding, interested parties must create an account on the GeM portal. Once registered, bidders can view available tenders, including this one, and submit relevant documentation as part of their bid proposal.

All documents submitted must be in PDF format unless specified otherwise in the tender documentation. Ensure that the documents are clear and legible to facilitate effective evaluation.

Bidders must comply with technical specifications mentioned in the scope of work documents. This includes adhering to all regulatory and statutory compliance standards, ensuring quality service delivery, and the provision of experienced personnel.

Service providers are expected to conform to industry quality standards for canteen services, including compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining hygiene and cleanliness. Service delivery should match the operational specifications defined in the tender documents.

Compliance requirements include adherence to labor laws, timely submission of services, maintaining service quality, and regulatory compliance as mandated in the tender. Non-compliance will result in penalties and potential contract termination.

The EMD amount required for this tender is INR 165,010. Bidders can claim exemption from EMD if they belong to the MSE category and provide the necessary documentation. EMD can be submitted through bank guarantee or online payment methods.

A performance security amounting to 5% of the contract value must be provided by the successful bidder, which remains valid for 26 months from the date of contract award. This security ensures compliance with the contract terms.

Bids can be submitted electronically via the GeM portal. Included in the submission must be all required documents uploaded in the appropriate formats as detailed in the tender instructions.

While dates have not been provided here, bidders should refer to the official tender announcement on the GeM portal for specific timelines regarding bid submission, evaluation, and other processes.

The evaluation process involves a total value-wise evaluation method where bids are assessed based on price, compliance with specifications, and documentation quality. The buyer reserves the right to make the final decision based on assessed credibility and cost-effectiveness.

Results of the bid evaluation will be communicated to the bidders via the GeM portal. Bidders are advised to regularly check their dashboard for updates on the status of their submitted bids.

MSEs will benefit from purchase preferences as per government policy. If an MSE's proposal is within the defined pricing margin of the lowest bidder, they may be awarded the contract for full order quantity.

Startups applying for this tender can claim exemptions from certain requirements, such as experience and turnover criteria. Valid documentation proving their status must be submitted for consideration.

The tender promotes the 'Make in India' initiative by providing purchase preference to indigenous service providers and encouraging local content in service delivery, as specified under relevant procurement policies.