Invitation to Bid - Stop Watch in TINSUKIA, ASSAM

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum average annual turnover of INR 16 Lakh over the last three years, having three years of relevant experience in supplying similar products, and not being under liquidation or any similar proceedings. Bidders must submit documents such as certified audited balance sheets and contracts evidencing past supplies.

Bidders are required to provide several documents including proof of Experience Criteria, Past Performance, OEM Authorization Certificates, and compliance documents as outlined in the Bill of Quantities. Each document must be uploaded with the bid for evaluation purposes.

To register for the tender, entities must create a profile on the Gem portal and upload the required documents as specified in the tender notice. Registration usually requires proof of business operation, bank details, and identification.

The technical specifications stipulated in the tender include materials such as a steel cabinet, plastic frame, and transparent glass cover. Additionally, features must comprise options for both 12-hour and 24-hour displays, date, month, year displays, and warranty periods between 1 to 5 years.

Products must comply with quality standards ensuring they are not obsolete, have a prolonged market life, and must be safe for health. Bidder’s products should pass the material safety and performance standards as prescribed in the tender document.

Yes, bidders must comply with all technical specifications and submit relevant certificates such as ISO 9001 certification, BIS license, and material test certificates as specified in the bid documents.

The EMD required for this tender is INR 64,752, which must be submitted alongside the bid document. This amount is refundable after the contract is awarded and will not apply to traders seeking exemptions.

The performance security will be 5% of the total bid value, which must be submitted within a stipulated duration post-awarding the contract. This security ensures the compliance of the bidder with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Payment terms will be defined post-award and will generally include conditions such as services performed to satisfaction and submission of proper invoices along with the necessary documentation.

Bids are evaluated based on overall compliance, including documentation, past performance, technical specifications, and cost competitiveness. The evaluation method is total value-wise.

While exact submission dates are not included, bidders must ensure compliance with the documentation timelines and any specified pre-bid activities detailed within the bid document.

Currently, no exemptions are provided for MSEs or startups regarding experience or turnover criteria, thereby requiring all bidders to meet the standard eligibility requirements.

After the evaluation process, the results will typically be communicated to the bidders via the Gem portal. Bidders are encouraged to check their dashboard for updates regularly.

While there is no explicit MII (Make in India) purchase preference for this tender, all suppliers are encouraged to consider localization efforts where feasible while adhering to stipulated guidelines and ensuring standard compliance.