Procurement Opportunity: Catering service (Event Based) - Lunch; Veg; Regular Thali

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, having the necessary trade licenses, and not requiring EMD submissions. The bidder must also comply with 'Make in India' policies and not need exemptions based on years of experience or turnover.

Bidders must provide relevant certificates of registration, trade licenses, and compliance to quality standards. Additionally, compliance with 'Make in India' and local sourcing norms must be documented.

The registration process involves creating an account on the GeM portal, fulfilling the bid document requirements, and submitting the necessary certificates and related documents electronically.

Bidders must submit documents in PDF format unless otherwise specified. Key documents include financial documents, technical compliance certificates, and bid submissions.

The technical specifications outline the provision of vegetarian regular thali lunches, including specific quantities of soft drinks, snacks, and water. Adherence to core specifications is mandatory.

Bidder must comply with standardized hygiene practices and food safety regulations while ensuring that the preparation methods align with expected quality standards for event-based catering.

Yes, there are compliance requirements including adherence to local sourcing, proof of registration, and compliance with established food safety standards.

Bidders may be required to provide samples of meals or demonstrate food safety protocols, but specific testing criteria should be outlined in the full scope document.

The EMD is a mandatory prerequisite for bid submission, reflecting the bidder's commitment to the tender. Details on the amount can be found in the tender documents.

The tender may stipulate performance security arrangements, potentially involving bank guarantees or similar commitments to ensure contract compliance upon issuance.

The payment terms typically involve milestone payments upon successful delivery of services, subject to verification of service quality standards as outlined in the tender agreements.

Price evaluation is based on the total value of the bid in comparison to expected deliverables. Bidders are encouraged to provide competitive pricing while maintaining service quality.

Bid documents must be submitted electronically via the GeM portal, ensuring adherence to prescribed formats and guidelines.

Key timelines include submission deadlines, bid opening times, and the validity period for bid offers which must be observed as instructed in the tender.

The evaluation and selection process will assess submitted bids based on compliance to eligibility, financial offers, and adherence to the specified technical requirements.

Notifications regarding the outcome of the bids will be communicated through the GeM portal. Bidders can check their status based on the registration and submission details.

While there are no specific exemptions in this tender, MSEs are encouraged to participate and showcase their capabilities in compliance with local content policies.

This tender does not provide exemptions for startups based on years of experience or turnover, but they are welcome to participate under the same conditions as all other bidders.

Compliance with 'Make in India' policies is a prerequisite for bids; it encourages local sourcing and manufacturing, which can enhance the chances of successful bid evaluation.

Bidders must adhere to local content requirements as outlined in the tender documents, ensuring that materials and services are sourced locally whenever possible.