Invitation to Bid - Hiring of Custom House Agent - Lumpsum Based - Import; Outbound Freight Forwarding, Cargo Tracking, in HOWRAH, WEST BENGAL

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with at least 2 years of past experience in customs clearance and related logistics services. Bidders must also possess necessary certifications and licenses that prove their capability to perform the tasks outlined in the tender.

Bidders must provide proof of certain required certificates, which may include customs broker licenses, company registration documents, and any relevant qualifications that validate their expertise in freight forwarding and compliance with customs regulations.

To participate in the tender process, bidders must follow the official registration process on the GeM portal. This involves creating an account, completing the necessary entity verifications, and obtaining the necessary digital signatures to submit bids effectively.

Bidders must provide a clear financial bid detailing their pricing for the services offered. Furthermore, they are required to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as indicated in the tender documentation, along with financial statements to demonstrate their capacity to fulfill the contract.

The evaluation and selection process will focus on a total value wise evaluation based on the submitted technical proposals and financial bids. The evaluation committee will review all aspects of the bids for adherence to the requirements specified in the tender and assign scores accordingly. Notification of results will be communicated through the GeM portal.

Yes, the tender has provisions in place that favor participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), allowing for exemptions from standard eligibility criteria under strategic policies aimed at enhancing local entrepreneurship and compliance with 'Make in India' initiatives.