Invitation to Bid - Argon Gas with average purity 99.995

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity and providing supporting documents to prove eligibility for exemptions on the experience or turnover requirements. Bidders must upload relevant certificates along with their submissions.

Bidders are required to provide certificates confirming the purity of Argon Gas as specified (99.995% purity) and any other certifications relevant to quality standards set by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited.

To participate, bidders must be registered on the GeM platform. This involves creating a vendor account, completing the necessary documentation, and ensuring all compliance certificates are uploaded.

All documents must be uploaded in commonly accepted formats such as PDF or DOCX. Compliance certifications and financial documents must adhere to formats specified by the Indian Oil Corporation.

The technical specifications require that the Argon Gas conforms to IS 5760 and maintains an average purity of 99.995%. Bidders must be able to demonstrate compliance with these specifications in their offers.

Bidders must comply with quality standards applicable to industrial gases as outlined by the Indian Oil Corporation. These standards ensure safe handling, storage, and delivery of Argon Gas.

Bidders must provide all requested documentation supporting their compliance with required standards of purity and quality. Failure to meet these compliance requirements may lead to disqualification.

A performance security may be required from the selected bidder to enforce responsibility for fulfilling contract terms. The exact amount and terms for this security will be outlined in the tender documents.

Payment terms will likely include milestones based on delivery schedules and compliance checks. Bidders should refer to the tender documents for specific payment conditions.

Price evaluation considerations will be based on total bid value. The evaluation is aimed at identifying the most economically beneficial bids while also ensuring compliance with key technical specifications.

Submissions must be made via the GeM platform. Bidders must upload all relevant documents electronically to be considered for evaluation.

Bidders should carefully review all timelines in the tender documents including the submission deadline and bid opening date to ensure compliance with the bidding process.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups are encouraged to participate, with potential benefits outlined in the tender. Documentation supporting these initiatives can be found within the tender details.

The tender encourages local suppliers and compliance with 'Make in India' policies, promoting domestic production and procurement through specific provisions laid within the tender documents.

Post-evaluation, bidders will receive communication regarding their bid status and results. Engagement through the GeM platform ensures transparency throughout the process.