Open Tender for Pneumatic Planter

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity compliant with local laws, having a minimum average annual turnover of ₹21 lakh, and possessing a minimum of 3 years experience in supplying similar equipment. Additionally, bidders must provide the necessary documents, such as OEM authorizations and a past performance summary.

To participate in the tender, bidders are required to submit various certificates, including but not limited to OEM Authorization, proof of past performance indicating compliance with the experience criteria, and any additional documents requested in the Additional Terms and Conditions.

Prospective bidders must register through the official government e-marketplace platform (GeM). After registration, they must complete the necessary paperwork, comply with the eligibility criteria, and prepare their bids according to the specified requirements in the tender documentation.

Accepted document formats typically include PDF files and other formats explicitly specified in the main tender documents. Bidders must ensure all submitted documents adhere to the formatting guidelines outlined in the tender.

The technical specifications for the Pneumatic Planters can be found in the linked ATC document. Bidders must ensure that the equipment complies with the detailed specifications outlined therein to qualify for the evaluation process.

The products offered must meet industry-standard quality specifications, as validated by the OEM Authorizations and supporting documents included with the bid. This ensures that the Pneumatic Planters provided are reliable and effective for agricultural use.

Yes, all bidders must comply with applicable regulations and guidelines, including performance standards specified by the Agriculture Department Assam and documented compliance with quality control procedures.

The earnest money deposit (EMD) for participating in this tender is set at ₹84,000. Bidders are required to submit this deposit alongside their bids to ensure commitment to the procurement process.

Successful bidders may be required to submit a performance security as a guarantee for fulfilling the terms of the contract. The details regarding the performance security amount and conditions will be outlined in the notification following the bid award.

Payment terms are typically outlined in the contract post-award, focusing on deliverables, timelines, and compliance with technical specifications. Bidders are advised to consider these terms while formulating their bids.

The price evaluations during the selection process will be based on the total value wise evaluation method, considering both technical compliance and financial competitiveness of the submitted bids.

Results of the bid evaluation will be communicated to all bidders once the evaluation process is complete. Bidders will be notified through the contact methods attached to their submissions.

Yes, provisions have been made to encourage participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. These benefits may include exemptions from certain eligibility criteria and potential price concessions.

The tender encourages local manufacturing and sourcing in compliance with 'Make in India' policies, aiming to promote domestic capabilities in agricultural equipment production.

Compliance with local content and procurement rules is essential. Bidders must demonstrate how their offerings align with local manufacturing standards and contribute to local economic development as specified in the tender documentation.