Bids are Invited For Custom Bid for Services - Hiring of firm for Tax consultancy and Accounting services

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity in India with a minimum of five years of experience in tax consultancy and accounting services. Exemptions apply for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups regarding the experience criterion.

Bidders must provide documentation demonstrating their experience criteria, as well as any certificates outlined in the Additional Terms and Conditions (ATC) of the tender. Necessary supporting documents for EMD exemption should also be included.

To participate in the bid, interested firms must register on the GeM portal. Once registered, they can access the tender documentation, prepare their submission, and provide the required documentation through the platform.

Bid submissions should be provided in standard document formats such as PDF. Detailed submission guidelines, including accepted formats, can be found in the main tender documents.

Bidders must provide detailed technical proposals that demonstrate their capacity to meet the outlined project requirements. Specific technical criteria and qualifications will be detailed further in the uploaded tender documents.

Bidders must comply with the quality standards that align with the legal and operational requirements concerning tax consultancy and accounting services. Adhering to prescribed quality benchmarks ensures a reliable and professional service delivery.

Bidders are expected to comply with all stipulated government norms and compliance requirements concerning tax consultancy and accounting services as outlined in the tender documentation.

The performance security requires electronic submission of a Performance Bank Guarantee (ePBG) equivalent to 5% of the contract value for a duration of 15 months, ensuring the bidder’s commitment to fulfilling the contract terms.

Payment terms, including schedules and specific conditions, will be detailed in the related documentation provided with the bid documents.

Price evaluation will be based on the total value of the bids submitted. Factors include the completeness of proposals, alignment with project requirements, and competitive pricing adjusted for quality and service delivery.

Bid submission is exclusively performed through the GeM portal, where bidders will upload their documents in adherence to the specified guidelines.

Notifications regarding the bid evaluation results will typically be communicated through the GeM portal once the evaluation process concludes.

Yes, MSEs can benefit from exemptions regarding years of experience required for eligibility, enabling broader participation without the full constraints typically involved in qualification.

Startups are also exempted from certain eligibility requirements, similar to MSEs, promoting a more inclusive bidding environment for new entrants in the market.

This tender encourages local procurement and services from registered Indian firms, contributing to the objectives outlined under the 'Make in India' initiative aimed at boosting local industries and services.

Compliance with local content and procurement rules is expected, with firms encouraged to utilize local resources and services needed for the successful execution of the contract.