Tender Notice for Paint, RFU, Finishing, Air Drying Brushing / Sprying,Paint, RFU, Finishing, Air Drying Brushing / S

Details are provided in the tender document.

A1: The eligibility criteria include compliance with technical specifications, valid registrations, and for MSEs, exemptions from experience and turnover criteria are applicable. Exemption documents must be provided if seeking relief from standard qualifications.

A2: Bidders must submit supporting documents for exemption from experience criteria and ensure their Udyam Registration is valid for MSEs. Additional documents proving compliance with technical specifications may also be required.

A3: The paints must meet Indian Standards (IS), including specifications for colour, packing sizes, and materials. Specifically, they must conform to IS 2339 for Aluminium Paint and IS 533 for Turpentine Oil.

A4: No, this tender does not require an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD). Bidders can submit their offers without prior deposits.

A5: Bids will be evaluated based on total value, meeting technical specifications, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Purchasing preferences will be given to MSEs that fall within the bid’s pricing criteria.

A6: The bid submission deadline is November 18, 2024, at 09:00 AM. Please ensure all submissions are completed before this time.

A7: Yes, startups may participate; however, they are not entitled to exemptions from the experience and turnover criteria. All standard qualifications apply.

A8: MSEs can benefit from exemptions on experience and turnover criteria, provided they meet the quality and technical specifications. Additionally, they may receive purchase preference in bid evaluation.

A9: Pricing evaluation will assess the total costs presented in bids with special provisions to consider MSE offers that align closely with the lowest bid.

A10: Submissions must be made electronically on the GeM platform. All relevant and supporting documents should be attached within the submission process.

A11: No pre-bid meeting is specifically mentioned in this tender. Interested bidders can reach out via contact details provided for any clarifications.

A12: No inspection is required by empanelled authorities prior to contract award; however, compliance with specifications will be verified upon delivery.

A13: If your bid is the lowest (L-1), upon validation as an MSE, you will be granted the opportunity to contract up to 25% of total quantities as determined by the buyer.

A14: To qualify as an MSE, bidders must provide valid Udyam Registration documentation along with their quotes to avail themselves of MSE benefits.

A15: The offers submitted must remain valid for 45 days from the bid closing date specified in the tender documentation.