Invitation to Bid - Hiring of Consultants - Milestone/Deliverable Based - Subject Matter Experts; Forest and Environmen in LEH, JAMMU & KASHMIR

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum average annual turnover of ₹70 lakh over the last three years. Bidders must also demonstrate three years of relevant experience in providing similar services, specifically to any Central or State Government organization or Public Sector Unit.

Bidders are required to submit documents such as experience criteria, bidder turnover proof, and any necessary certificates. If seeking exemption from turnover or experience criteria, supporting documents proving eligibility for such exemption must be uploaded.

To register for this tender, interested bidders should follow the registration process outlined on the relevant GeM portal, ensuring they provide valid information and documentation. This includes registering as a qualified entity on the marketplace.

Submissions must be uploaded in electronic formats supported by the GeM portal. Typically, PDF or image formats such as JPEG are acceptable, but bidders are advised to cross-verify the specific requirements mentioned in the tender documentation.

The technical specifications demand that consulting agencies employ experts in fields of biodiversity, agriculture, botany, fisheries, forestry, wildlife, and other relevant areas. Furthermore, the agency should have a proven track record of preparing 200 People’s Biodiversity Registers across the country.

Yes, compliance with specified quality standards is essential to qualify for this tender. The bidder must demonstrate that they can meet the technical specifications and quality assurance requirements laid out in the tender documentation.

Bidders must comply with all the eligibility, technical, and financial requirements specified in the tender document. They must also adhere to regulations regarding Make in India policies and local procurement norms when applicable.

There is no Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for this tender, making it more accessible for interested parties to participate.

No performance security is mandated for this tender as part of the submission process.

Payment terms will be detailed in the tender documentation. Bidders must refer to the specific document related to payment terms, which outlines the scheduled timelines upon provide deliverables.

The tender employs a total value-based evaluation method, meaning bidders must present a detailed financial document indicating the price breakup, ensuring transparency in quoted prices.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the GeM portal, adhering to all specified submission protocols and instructions provided in the tender documentation.

Detailed key timelines and deadlines can be found in the official tender document. Bidders are encouraged to review these closely to ensure compliance with all submission requirements.

The evaluation process includes assessing submitted bids based on specified technical qualification parameters. The bidders must achieve a minimum passing mark based on criteria set forth in the tender documentation.

Results notifications will occur through the GeM portal once the evaluation process is concluded. Bidders will be informed according to the guidelines outlined in the tender document.

MSEs are granted exemptions from the turnover criteria and experience requirements, provided they meet the technical and quality specifications mentioned in the tender.

This tender does not offer exemptions for startups concerning years of experience and turnover criteria, reflecting a standard requirement applicable to all bidders.

Bidders are encouraged to comply with 'Make in India' policies, prioritizing local sourcing and manufacturing where possible, thus supporting national interests in biodiversity and local resource management.