Government Tender Published for Almond,BCA Recovery Drink,Whey Protein Powder

The eligibility requirements include being a registered legal entity and meeting the minimum average annual turnover of ₹2 lakh. Compliance with technical and financial criteria detailed in the tender documents is mandatory. Additionally, MSEs and startups can avail exemptions regarding years of experience.

Bidders must provide various certificates, including those specified in the Additional Terms and Conditions (ATC) of the tender. These documents may include experience criteria, OEM authorizations, and compliance certificates regarding the quality standards set forth in the specifications.

The registration process involves submitting necessary documentation that affirms the bidder’s legal status and financial stability. Bidders can register through the GeM portal, following the detailed instructions provided in the tender documents.

The tender accepts document submissions in standard formats such as PDF and DOCX. All documents must be clear, legible, and comply with the specific requirements outlined in the tender.

Technical specifications for the products, which include Almond, BCA Recovery Drink, and Whey Protein Powder, will be detailed in the tender documents. Bidders must comply strictly with these specifications for their proposals to be considered.

The products must adhere to relevant quality standards as outlined in the documentation provided by the Department Of Military Affairs. Certification indicating compliance with these standards must be included in the proposal.

Bidders must fulfill all compliance requirements, which include ensuring that their products meet prescribed standards and that they provide all required supporting documents to validate their eligibility and capability.

The testing criteria for the products will involve checks for quality, consistency, and adherence to specifications as outlined in the tender documents. Bidders should be prepared to undergo testing as part of the evaluation process.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹20,000 must be submitted along with the bid. This deposit is a crucial part of the bidding process and ensures that all proposals are made in good faith.

Successful bidders will be required to provide performance security, the specifics of which will be outlined in the procurement agreement upon bid acceptance. This requirement is mandatory to ensure the fulfillment of contractual obligations.

Payment terms will be detailed in the procurement agreement, and bidders should be prepared for standard payment structures that may include milestones or performance-based payments upon successful delivery of goods.

Price evaluation considerations will focus on the total value of the bids while ensuring compliance with the technical specifications. The evaluation committee will weigh both price and qualitative parameters to select the most capable bidder.

Submissions must be made electronically via the GeM portal following the structured guidelines provided in the tender. It is essential to ensure that all documents are uploaded before the submission deadline.

After the evaluation period, results will be communicated directly to bidders. Notifications will indicate whether their proposals were successful or not, along with relevant feedback if applicable.

MSEs can enjoy specific benefits, including exemptions from certain eligibility criteria such as years of experience. This is intended to empower smaller businesses to compete in government tenders effectively.

Startups benefit from exemptions similar to MSEs regarding experience requirements. This opens the opportunity for innovative and new businesses to enter government contracts without being hindered by traditional experience prerequisites.

The procurement aligns with the 'Make in India' policies by encouraging local manufacturing and sourcing of products, thus helping boost local industries and employment. Bidders should ensure compliance with local content requirements as applicable.