Procurement Opportunity: Catering Service per Packet based - Veg; Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks/High, Dinner, Tea; Buffet(Breakfa

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity capable of demonstrating an average annual turnover of 10 Lakh. Bidders must provide documentation relating to their experience in delivering catering services and any required certificates.

Bidders must submit several certificates including proof of prior experience in catering, financial documents proving the average annual turnover, and any specific certificates requested in the Additional Terms and Conditions (ATC).

To register, bidders need to sign up on the appropriate government e-marketplace (GeM) platform where the tender is hosted. This will enable them to submit bids and receive notifications regarding their submissions.

All submitted documents must be in acceptable formats as specified in the tender document. Typically, PDF formats are preferred for their compatibility and integrity.

Bidders must comply with all the outlined technical specifications related to food preparation, hygiene, and service delivery as mentioned in the primary tender document.

Compliance with quality standards mandates adherence to food safety regulations and provisions laid out in the initial tender documents. Bidders must demonstrate capability in maintaining these standards during food preparation and delivery.

The compliance requirements include adherence to all specified food safety guidelines, the ability to provide meals as per the menu outlined in the tender, and meeting any other regulatory standards applicable to catering services.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) details will be specified in the tender documentation. Generally, this is a form of security deposit that supports the seriousness of the bid.

Upon award, the performance security generally requires bidders to maintain a guarantee that they will fulfill their obligations as per the contract, typically a percentage of the total contract value.

Payment terms are usually specified in the contract following the completion of deliverables. It may involve milestone payments based on the satisfactory completion of catering services over periods agreed upon.

The price evaluation will consider the total value-wise method, assessing the comprehensive bid value against the required services, quality, and adherence to stipulated guidelines.

Bids must be submitted electronically through the designated online platform, ensuring all required documents are uploaded as per the submission criteria outlined in the tender document.

Yes, the tender provides benefits for MSEs which may include exemptions from certain experience criteria and a more lenient evaluation process aimed at promoting participation.

Startups are encouraged to participate, and they may have specific exemptions and support available to facilitate their bidding process as outlined in the tender documentation.

The tender encourages bidders to comply with 'Make in India' policies by prioritizing local sourcing and promoting the use of domestically produced goods and services.

Bidders must adhere to local content rules as outlined in the government procurement policies which stipulate the minimum percentage of locally sourced materials and services in their bids.