Invitation to Bid - Guelph Permeameter,Laboratory Permeameter,Digital Tensiometer,Pressure Plate Apparatus,Analog Tensi

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum average annual turnover of 15 Lakh (s) and an OEM’s average turnover of no less than 18 Lakh (s). Additionally, bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in supplying similar laboratory equipment over the past three years.

Bidders are required to provide several certificates, including an OEM Authorization Certificate, proof of past performance, compliance documentation with BoQ specifications, and financial statements proving the minimum turnover.

To register for this tender, potential bidders must create an account on the designated online portal, ensuring they complete all required fields and upload the necessary identification documents as per the guidelines.

Accepted document formats typically include PDF and other commonly used file formats such as DOCX and XLSX. All documents submitted must be clear and legible.

The technical specifications for the laboratory equipment are detailed in the BoQ attached to the tender. Bidders must ensure that their products comply with these specifications to be considered.

The quality standards required for the laboratory equipment will align with industry standards and manufacturer guidelines, as specified in the BoQ. Bidders must therefore provide documentation guaranteeing these standards.

Yes, bidders must comply with all specified criteria outlined in the tender documentation, including documents verifying compliance with the relevant technical and performance standards.

The testing criteria will be based on verification against the technical specifications in the BoQ and any additional testing protocols as required by the evaluating committee.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is set at 150,000, required to be submitted as a guarantee of the bidder’s commitment to adhere to the tender. This amount will be refunded post-evaluation for unsuccessful bidders.

The performance security details will be provided upon award notification and typically require the winning bidder to submit an additional security based on a percentage of the contract value.

Payment terms are generally stipulated within the tender documentation, detailing schedules for partial payments upon milestones or full payment upon successful delivery and acceptance of goods.

The price evaluation is based on a total value wise evaluation of the bids received. The process emphasizes selecting the 50% lowest priced technically qualified bids to ensure value for money.

Bidders are required to submit their bids electronically through the prescribed online bidding portal to ensure secure and organized submissions.

Results notifications will be issued according to the evaluation timelines outlined in the documentation, ensuring that all bidders receive timely updates on their proposal statuses.

MSEs receive specific benefits such as exemptions regarding years of experience, aimed at facilitating greater inclusivity in the bidding process.

Yes, startups are afforded similar exemptions as MSEs, allowing them to participate without needing extensive prior experience or performance records, further promoting fair competition.