Government Tender Published for Custom Bid for Services - Hiring of an agency for undertaking Annual Maintenance Contract for Elect

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, demonstrating an average annual turnover of at least 15 Lakh over the last three years, and possessing 3 years of relevant experience in similar projects.

Bidders must provide documents illustrating their experience, turnover, and compliance with specific service standards. This may include audited financial statements and certificates verifying prior contracts in similar services.

To register for bidding on this tender, potential bidders must complete the registration process through the GeM portal, ensuring that all required documentation and compliance certificates are submitted accurately.

The accepted document formats for submissions typically include PDF and Word formats. It is essential that documents are submitted in the specified formats to ensure proper evaluation.

Technical specifications include detailed descriptions of the services proposed, compliance with regulatory standards, and evidence of experience in executing similar contracts. Each aspect must meet the outlined criteria in the bid documentation.

Bidders must adhere to all defined quality standards and technical specifications as described in the tender document, ensuring that the service meets operational and safety requirements.

Yes, bidders must comply with 'Make in India' policies and local content requirements, ensuring that a designated percentage of work is conducted using local resources.

Testing criteria will typically evaluate the bidder's ability to perform scheduled maintenance and respond to emergencies efficiently while ensuring minimal operational downtime.

The EMD required is 25,000 and must be submitted with the bid to ensure compliance with the tender terms. MSEs may be eligible for EMD exemption with proper documentation.

A performance security of 5% of the contract value must be submitted, in line with applicable guidelines. This ensures that the contractor meets all contractual obligations.

Payment terms will be specified in the tender document, generally including stages of payment based on deliverables and compliance verification.

Bids will be evaluated based on total value, adherence to technical specifications, and documented experience. The lowest compliant bidder will be considered for award.

Notification of results will be communicated post-evaluation via the GeM portal and may require bidders to check for updates on selected bids.

MSEs are exempt from the experience and turnover criteria if they meet other quality specifications. This provides a significant advantage for small businesses to participate without stringent financial metrics.

Startups may also receive exemptions from the experience and turnover criteria under specified conditions, facilitating their entry into government contracts.

Bidders must comply with local content regulations and ensure that products and services meet the 'Make in India' guidelines as set out by the government.

Carefully adhering to these guidelines will enhance the bidding experience and increase the likelihood of successful contract acquisition.