Tender Notice for Hiring of Custom House Agent - Lumpsum Based - Import, Export; Material Handling, Custom Clearance; in KANCHIPURAM, TAMIL NADU

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum average annual turnover of INR 33 Lakh over three years and 5 years of past experience in similar services. MSEs and startups do not receive exemptions regarding experience or turnover.

Bidders must provide evidence of past experience through contracts, certified balance sheets, and any additional certificates as requested in the bidding document. If exemptions are sought, supporting documentation must also be included.

To submit a tender, interested bidders must first register on the e-marketplace platform and provide all requisite documentation as outlined in the bidding requirements. Once registered, they can submit their bids electronically.

The accepted document formats typically include PDF for text documents. All documents must be uploaded in a clear, legible format to facilitate evaluation.

The technical specifications include experience in CHA for engineering goods, capability to manage both sea and air logistics, and compliance with safety regulations for non-dangerous goods.

Bidders must comply with relevant industry standards for custom house operations and demonstrate the capability to manage the logistics effectively throughout the import and export process.

The evaluation will consider past performance in similar services and overall qualifications based on submitted documentation. No additional testing criteria are specified.

The EMD amount required for bidding is INR 200,000. Bidders seeking exemption must provide valid documentation proving eligibility as per specified guidelines.

The performance security is not only pertinent to the EMD but will be defined based on the contract terms upon selection. It ensures compliance and fulfillment of the contract requirements.

Payments shall be made within 45 days upon the issuance of the consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and online bill submission.

Bids will be evaluated on a total value-wise basis, and a reverse auction may be utilized among qualified bidders to determine the final selection.

MSEs will receive purchase preference in line with the Public Procurement Policy and may be awarded contracts if they meet set price margins relative to the lowest bid.

Compliance involves ensuring that the services and supplies align with the guidelines and objectives outlined in the Make in India initiative, promoting local sourcing and manufacturing.

The primary delivery location for the services will be in Chennai, focusing on managing custom operations related to engineering goods specifically.

Bidders will be notified of the results through the e-marketplace, and the selected bidders will proceed to sign contracts based on the finalized terms.

This tender effectively invites qualified bidders to participate in providing critical CHA services, ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting local enterprises. All interested parties are encouraged to review the documentation thoroughly and submit their bids accordingly.