Procurement Opportunity: Ice Plant Test Rig in PORBANDAR, GUJARAT

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, demonstrating an average annual turnover of ₹1 Lakh over the last three years, and having a minimum of three years of relevant experience supplying similar equipment to government entities. Bidders must submit all required documents during the bid submission process.

Bidders must provide documentation that supports their claims of experience, past performance, and financial turnover. Additionally, any certifications requested within the Additional Terms & Conditions (ATC) need to be submitted to ensure compliance with the tender requirements.

Interested bidders can register on the GeM portal. They must ensure that they have all required documents prepared and uploaded as per the guidelines listed in the tender documentation before the bid submission deadline.

The accepted document formats include scanned copies in PDF format, uploaded via the GeM portal. Bidders must ensure that all documents are legible and correctly annotated.

The technical specifications for the Ice Plant Test Rig include a refrigerant compatibility of R 134a, R404a, R22, with a minimum cooling capacity of 20 kg/day. The rig must also feature digital indicators for temperature, voltage, and current, in addition to meeting specific operational parameters defined in the bid document.

Yes, the products offered must comply with the relevant quality standards, including ISO 9001 certification for the bidder or the OEM of the offered products to ensure reliability and performance.

Bidders must ensure compliance with all outlined criteria in the tender, including submission of the requisite certifications, adherence to local content norms, and acceptance of terms regarding the procurement policies of Gujarat.

Yes, the EMD must be 3% of the estimated bid value (approximately ₹4,350). It should be submitted in the form of a Demand Draft in favor of the Principal, Government Polytechnic Porbandar, and scanned copies must be uploaded with the tender submission.

The payment terms state that 90% of the product cost is payable upon delivery, while the remaining 10% is allocated for Installation Commissioning and Testing (ICT).

The evaluation will be undertaken based on total value-wise evaluation criteria. The responsiveness of bids to technical specifications and adherence to financial requirements will be thoroughly assessed.

While exact dates are not included here, bidders are advised to refer to the tender documentation for precise timelines. It is critical to submit bids well before the designated closing time.

In the current tender for the Ice Plant Test Rig, MSEs do not receive exemptions from the eligibility criteria relating to experience and turnover. All bidders must meet the same requirements.

Yes, bidders are required to adhere to the 'Make in India' policies, promoting locally produced goods and contributing to the government initiative aimed at enhancing domestic manufacturing.

The results of the evaluation process will typically be communicated through the GeM portal or directly via official communication following the conclusion of the bidding process. Bidders should remain attentive to updates on the platform.