Tender Notice for Horticulture Service - Lumpsum based - General Maintenance of Garden/Lawn/Field/Nursery/Park, Devel in UTTARA KANNADA, KARNATAKA

Details are provided in the tender document.

A1: Bidders must provide proof of valid registration with MSME, appropriate horticulture certifications, and all required documents as specified in the tender documentation. Startups and MSEs are exempt from certain experience and turnover conditions, fostering inclusivity in the bidding process.

A2: Bidders need to submit documents for experience criteria, bidder turnover, and any other specific certifications as requested in the ATC and bid documents. Documentation supporting any exemption claims from experience or turnover criteria must also be included.

A3: Yes, MSE registered bidders are exempted from the experience and turnover criteria, provided they meet the requisite quality and technical specifications. Supporting documents for claiming this exemption must be uploaded with the bid.

A4: An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹280,625 is required to participate in the tender, along with a performance security set at 5% of the total project value, valid for 26 months.

A5: The evaluation will be a total value-based approach, assessing the overall proposal quality, technical compliance, and financial viability. All aspects are thoroughly reviewed to select the most capable bidder.

A6: Service providers must cover their staff's salaries upfront, along with all statutory documents. Payment claims can then be submitted alongside proof of payment to ensure compliance before the buyer releases payment.

A7: Yes, suppliers classified under MSE are eligible for EMD exemption; however, they must submit valid documentation to support their request as per GeM guidelines.

A8: Bids must be submitted via the GeM portal by the specified deadline. Bidders are required to upload scanned proofs of EMD payment and any other documentation outlined in the tender.

A9: Yes, bidders can submit their EMD via online methods such as RTGS or internet banking. It is essential to record the bid number and entity name during the transaction.

A10: The scope encompasses comprehensive landscaping work, including maintenance activities like mowing, watering, fertilization, and more, tailored to each site’s requirements as outlined in the tender document.

A11: Your offer’s validity, which is stipulated as 120 days from the bid end date, implies that you must be prepared to fulfill the bid requirements and maintain your pricing for that period, post evaluation.

A12: Yes, bidders may seek technical clarifications within 10 days following the bid submission if necessary, to ensure all aspects of the bid comply with the requirements.

A13: If the L1 bidder is not an MSE, but an MSE has bid within 15% of the L1 price, then the awarded work will be offered to the MSE bidder, provided they agree to the L1 bid.

A14: Updates regarding date changes will be communicated through official channels, and bidders are urged to regularly check the GeM portal for any announcements pertaining to the tender.

A15: Bidders can raise objections against specific clauses through the GeM representation window within 4 days of bid publication, ensuring that their concerns are documented and responded to appropriately.