Invitation to Bid - Water Quality Meters / Analyzers

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with proven past performance supplying similar equipment to government entities or public sector undertakings. Bidders must also demonstrate a minimum average annual turnover of 11 lakhs over the last three years and possess a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Bidders must provide several certificates as part of the bid, including the mandatory ISO 9001 certification. Additionally, valid documentation proving financial turnover and experience must be submitted to validate eligibility.

The registration process involves procuring an account with the GeM portal, where all bid submissions must be made electronically. Bidders must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before proceeding with registration and submission.

Accepted document formats include digital copies uploaded through the GeM portal. Bidders should ensure that all required documentation is clearly readable and meets the specifications outlined in the tender.

The technical specifications require that the meters be bench type capable of measuring parameters such as Dissolved Oxygen (DO), TDS, pH, turbidity, and more, as per the GeM category specifications.

All provided equipment must adhere to recognized quality standards. Test reports from accredited laboratories are necessary to demonstrate compliance.

Successful bidders must comply with all stipulated compliance requirements, including the provision of warranty periods, submission of relevant documents, and adherence to installation and maintenance protocols.

Bidders are required to submit products capable of comprehensive water quality testing across varying conditions. Specifications must be in accordance with industry standards prescribed by relevant certifying bodies.

The EMD for this tender is set at 44,000. Bidders seeking an exemption must provide valid supporting documents in line with GeM policies regarding MSE and startup classifications.

While performance security is not mandated, bidders should ensure they provide proper EMD as per bid requirements. Performance security may be required for successful bidders to ensure contract adherence.

Payment terms may vary, and bidders are advised to refer to the main tender document for specific details regarding payment conditions upon contract award and delivery.

Price evaluation will consider the total cost evaluated against the technical and past performance metrics. The lowest bidders satisfying all requirements will generally be preferred.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the GeM portal. Hard copy submissions may also be required within specified time frames for EMD documentation.

Key timelines and deadlines will be outlined in the tender document. Bidders should pay close attention to the closing and opening dates for bid submission.

The evaluation and selection process includes a total value-wise evaluation, assessing financial and technical compliance as well as past performance with weightage assigned accordingly.

Bidders will receive notification of the results directly through the GeM portal following the conclusion of the evaluation process.

MSEs receive exemptions from specific turnover and experience requirements, facilitating greater access to procurement opportunities. This provision aims to promote the participation of smaller businesses in government tenders.

The tender aligns with the 'Make in India' initiatives by prioritizing local production and supplier selection criteria, thus encouraging the participation of indigenous manufacturers and providers.

Yes, startups are granted exemptions concerning turnover and experience criteria, fostering their involvement in government procurement activities while ensuring compliance with technical specifications.