Open Tender for Plain Weave Cotton Fabrics - Leopard Packing Cloth as per IS 181 in MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, having a minimum average annual turnover of INR 7 lakh over the last three years, and providing at least three years of past experience in a relevant field. Additionally, bidders seeking exemption from specific criteria must upload supporting documents for evaluation.

Bidders must provide the following required certificates during submission:

• OEM authorization certificates
• Experience certificates
• Certificates confirming compliance with IS 181 standards
• Relevant turnover documents as outlined in the tender.

To register for this tender, interested parties must complete the registration process on the GeM portal. Detailed instructions can typically be found in the tender documentation.

Bidders are advised to submit their documents in PDF format. All supporting documents, including financials and technical specifications, should be clearly labeled and submitted in compliance with the specifications outlined in the tender notice.

The technical specifications for the fabric include adherence to the IS 181 standards, which dictate the weave, composition, and durability of the plain weave cotton fabrics. Comprehensive specifications will be listed in the tender document.

Bids must comply with the established quality standards that ensure the fabrics meet the specified requirements for strength, durability, and suitability for government use. Specifications will include necessary testing criteria.

All bidders must comply with the 'Make in India' initiative and local procurement rules. This includes adherence to design specifications, as well as meeting quality assurance requirements as per government standards.

The EMD requirement for this tender is INR 50,000. This deposit must accompany the bid submission and will be refunded to unsuccessful bidders upon closing of the tender process.

Following award of the contract, the selected bidder will be required to provide a performance security, typically a percentage of the contract value, which ensures compliance with the contractual obligations throughout execution.

Payment terms will be specified in the tender documents, outlining the conditions and timelines for processing payments upon successful delivery and acceptance of the fabrics procured.

Price evaluation considerations will focus on the overall cost proposed by the bidder, ensuring that the bid meets the criteria of being the lowest priced among those that are technically qualified.

All bids must be submitted via the GeM portal following the submission guidelines provided in the tender document. This could include electronic submissions as well as physical documents where specified.

Notifications regarding the results of the tender evaluation will be communicated through the GeM portal as per standard protocols following the completion of bid evaluations.

MSEs participating in this tender may receive preferential treatment during the evaluation process. Benefits may include eligibility for quotas or exclusive considered bidding opportunities.

Yes, there are provisions for startups to encourage new entrants in the government procurement process, particularly in terms of evaluation criteria and assistance in meeting requirements.

This tender emphasizes local production and procurement rules in alignment with 'Make in India' policies, encouraging bidders to utilize locally manufactured goods whenever possible to promote domestic production and job creation.