Open Tender for ENT Surgical Instrument

The eligibility requirements for this tender include being a registered entity with at least 2 years of experience supplying similar surgical instruments. Furthermore, bidders must furnish a minimum average annual turnover of 1 lakh along with the statutory documents to validate their claims.

Bidders must present various required certificates, including an OEM Authorization Certificate, evidence of past performance, and certificate of annual turnover, along with MSE or Startup eligibility documentation where applicable.

The registration process for this tender is facilitated through the official GeM portal, where bidders need to create an account, upload necessary documents, and submit their bids in accordance with the specified guidelines.

All documents must be submitted in the prescribed formats as outlined in the tender documents, primarily in PDF or other accepted digital formats. Compliance to technical specifications must be maintained during submission.

Bidders are required to comply with specified technical specifications, which include detailed descriptions of each surgical instrument's requirements, standards, and performance metrics as outlined in the tender documents.

Quality standards in this tender must align with the Indian Medical Device regulations and industry best practices, ensuring that all instruments meet compliance requirements for safety and effectiveness during surgical use.

Testing criteria will be defined within the tender, emphasizing compliance with specified performance metrics and the capability of the ENT Surgical Instruments to meet operational standards prior to delivery.

Details related to the EMD will be specified within the tender documents, requiring bidders to deposit a specified amount as a security to ensure commitment towards fulfilling the bid if selected.

Bidders who are awarded contracts must provide a performance security that ensures compliance with contract terms and obligations. The security details will be specified in the tender documentation.

The payment terms will be outlined in the tender document, detailing the schedule and method of payments post-delivery and acceptance of the surgical instruments supplied.

Price evaluations will consider the total bid value, emphasizing competitiveness and the alignment of quality with pricing to ensure value for the Indian Army’s procurement objectives.

Bids must be submitted electronically via the official GeM portal as per the outlined procedures. Bidders must ensure they follow the submission methods stipulated in the tender documents for compliance.

Key timelines and deadlines for bid submission will be specified in the tender document, including dates for technical clarifications and final bid submission to ensure timely evaluations.

The evaluation and selection process will involve technical assessments followed by financial evaluations of the bids, ensuring that compliance and competitiveness are prioritized in awarding contracts.

Yes, notifications regarding the results of the evaluation will be communicated through the official GeM portal or via the specified correspondence methods indicated in the tender.

Benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) include exemptions from specific experience requirements. Startups can also expect relaxed eligibility criteria, enabling more accessible participation in the procurement process.

This tender aligns with Make in India initiatives by encouraging local procurement and support for domestic manufacturers, promoting self-reliance and innovation within the Indian manufacturing sector related to medical devices.