Invitation to Bid - Operation and Maintenance Of Electrical Systems/Electrical Installations - Complete System

To be eligible for the GEM/2024/B/5434349 tender, bidders must be registered entities in India, have at least 5 years of relevant experience in similar projects, and achieve a minimum average annual turnover of 140 Lakh (s) for the previous three years.

Bidders must provide certificates demonstrating their experience in the field, turnover verification, and any additional technical compliance certifications as specified in the documents associated with the tender.

To register, interested bidders must complete the registration process on the GeM portal, ensuring their firm is legally recognized, and submit all necessary documentation as outlined in the tender documentation.

All documentation must be submitted in the formats specified in the tender documents. Typically, accepted formats include PDF for technical and financial documents. It is essential to adhere strictly to these requirements to avoid disqualification.

The technical specifications outline the operational standards, maintenance protocols, and compliance with safety measures required for the electrical systems. Bidders should refer to the linked detailed documents for comprehensive information.

Bidders must ensure compliance with national quality standards associated with electrical maintenance and operation, as outlined in the tender documents. Adherence to these standards is critical for successful project execution.

The compliance requirements include demonstrating adherence to quality and technical specifications as well as any regulatory conditions regarding safety, operational standards, and certifications.

Testing criteria will include a thorough evaluation of the technical capabilities and documentation submitted, ensuring that all equipment and services proposed meet the required operational standards.

The EMD required for this tender is 180,000 INR. This amount must be submitted along with the bid to ensure commitment to the tender process.

Selected bidders will need to provide a performance security equivalent to a percentage of the contract value as stipulated in the tender documents. This security will be forfeited in case of any breach of contract.

Payment terms will be defined in the contract and are contingent upon the successful completion of designated milestones. Bidders should refer to the documentation for specific payment schedules.

Price evaluation will focus on total value-wise bidding, assessing the overall pricing strategy proposed by bidders while considering adherence to stipulated technical requirements and quality standards.

Bids must be submitted through the GeM portal following the two-packet bid system, which separates technical proposals from financial offers. This is intended to streamline the evaluation process for the tender.

While specific dates are not mentioned here, bidders should adhere to the timelines provided in the tender documents for submission deadlines and opening dates.

The evaluation process involves assessing technical capabilities first, followed by financial evaluations of bidders who meet the minimum technical specifications. The committee will then select the best-suited contractor based on these evaluations.

Bidders will be notified of the results via the GeM portal once the evaluation process is completed. Details regarding the selected bidders and the final award will be published accordingly.

MSEs are encouraged to participate under this tender, with provisions made for relaxations in eligibility criteria and possible financial aid or incentives.

Startups are welcomed to participate and may benefit from certain relaxations in eligibility criteria. Special consideration is provided to enhance startup participation in government tenders.

This tender promotes the 'Make in India' initiative by encouraging local production and operations, thereby supporting domestic enterprises to secure contracts for government projects.

Bidders must adhere to local content requirements as defined under current procurement policies, ensuring that a specified percentage of the goods and services are procured locally to support national industries.