Tender Notice for Custom Bid for Services - AMC OF AUTO REFRACTO KERATOMETER MODEL AAR 7000 in KANNUR, KERALA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, providing documentation of at least 2 years of prior experience in similar services, and submission of specific certificates such as an OEM Authorization Certificate. Additionally, financial documentation proving your annual turnover is mandatory for participation.

Bidders must provide several required documents including the Experience Criteria, Bidder Turnover proof, OEM Annual Turnover certificates, and any additional documentation specified in the Acceptable Terms and Conditions (ATC).

All submissions must be made electronically through the designated portal. Personal email submissions are not accepted, ensuring all bids are evaluated under the same conditions.

The technical specifications revolve around the maintenance capabilities for the Auto Refractometer Model AAR 7000, which must include provisions for regular service checks, emergency repairs, and parts procurement as necessary.

Bids will be evaluated based on a total value-wise evaluation method, focusing on the compliance to eligibility criteria, technical capabilities, and overall financial standing of the bidder to ensure the best value for the tender.

Payment terms will be as detailed in the official documents. Typically, initial payments are processed upon successful award notification, followed by payments contingent on milestones achieved during the contract duration.

You will be allowed 2 days for technical clarifications during the evaluation phase after the bid submission deadline. Ensure all queries are submitted within this timeframe.

For this specific tender, there are no exemptions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) or startups with regard to years of experience or turnover, which is crucial for eligibility.

Details related to the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) can be found in the main tender documents. This financial assurance is required to ensure bidder commitment to the proposal.

The bid offer validity period is specified as 180 days from the bid closure date, ensuring adequate time for evaluation and contract finalization.

After the evaluation process is complete, notification of results, including acceptance or rejection of bids, will be communicated through the GEM platform to all participating bidders.

While the tender does not mandate any local content requirements, bidders are encouraged to align with government procurement directives that promote local industry engagement wherever possible.

Specific compliance requirements related to the 'Make in India' initiative can be referenced in the main tender documentation. Ensure all proposals adhere to the latest local regulations supporting this initiative.