Contract Bidding Open For LED Marine Lanterns in THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a valid registration certificate. Bidders should demonstrate a minimum average annual turnover of 4 Lakhs over the past three years and have at least one year of similar product supply experience. Compliance with the required documentation, including OEM authorization certificates, is mandatory.

Bidders must provide several certificates, including OEM authorization, experience documentation, and evidence of past performance. If any bidder seeks exemption from the experience or turnover criteria, they must submit supporting documentation for evaluation.

To register, bidders must possess a valid business registration and complete the registration processes outlined in the tender document. Upon registration, the bid can be submitted following the instructions indicated in the linked tender documents.

Accepted document formats for submission are typically PDF and other standard formats mentioned in the tender documentation. All documents must be clearly legible and comply with submission requirements.

The technical specifications require that the lanterns be designed for marine use, ensuring durability and visibility in various weather conditions. Details are available in the linked sourcing document that outlines specific requirements.

All products must adhere to the relevant quality standards applicable for marine navigation equipment. This includes compliance with specified safety and performance benchmarks set by regulatory authorities.

Bidders must comply with the tender’s compliance requirements, including submission of various documentation such as OEM certifications, proof of experience, and adherence to the mentioned technical specifications.

The testing criteria are outlined in the tender documentation and may include performance tests to ensure that the lanterns meet marine standards and operational requirements. Refer to the linked document for detailed criteria.

A Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹19,500 is required to participate in the tender. This amount must be submitted along with the bid documents as a part of the qualification process.

Upon selection, the successful bidder must furnish performance security as specified in the tender documentation. Typically, this security acts as insurance against non-performance or defaults, ensuring compliance throughout the fulfillment of the contract.

Payment terms are outlined in the tender document, detailing the conditions under which payments will be processed, including milestones related to delivery, installation, and acceptance of the goods.

The evaluation will occur based on a total value-wise evaluation approach, considering various factors like price, technical merits, compliance with specifications, and bidder experience.

Results of the evaluation and selection process will be communicated to bidders through official notifications as stated in the tender documentation. Please keep an eye on updates released through the tender portal.

MSEs will benefit from preferential treatment during the tender evaluation process, which may include relaxed eligibility criteria and reduced performance security requirements to encourage participation.

Startups are provided special provisions encouraging their participation in the tendering process. This includes possible exemptions or reduced eligibility criteria, tailored to facilitate new businesses entering the market.

Yes, bidders must comply with 'Make in India' policies, which promote domestically manufactured products in public procurement and encourage local sourcing wherever feasible.

Bidders must conform to local content and procurement rules, which emphasize sourcing and manufacturing to help promote local businesses and contribute to the domestic economy through significant product and service procurement.