Procurement Opportunity: JK A4 COPIER PAPER,JK FS COPIER PAPER,JK A3 COPIER PAPER,GLUE STICK,U CLIP PLASTIC,PEN PILOT V7 CAR

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity capable of conducting business in India, submission of required certificates as per the tender specifications, and proof of compliance for any exemption claims related to experience or turnover criteria.

All products must comply with the Plain Copier Paper (V3) ISI Marked to IS 14490 standards, along with specific requirements outlined in the Bill of Quantities (BoQ). Bidders are urged to review technical documents for precise specifications.

Bidders must provide compliance certificates as outlined in the Additional Terms and Conditions. Necessary documentation supporting eligibility for exemptions must also be included if applicable.

Participation requires bidders to register on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal, through which they can submit proposals and required documents efficiently.

The tender documentation must be submitted in formats typically accepted by the GeM portal. Bidders should verify specific format requirements outlined in the documentation to ensure acceptance.

Standards set by the Ministry of Defence, particularly related to ISI certifications, must be observed to ensure that the products meet operational criteria of the Indian Army.

Compliance with ISI standards and specifications detailed in the BoQ is critical. Failure to meet these may lead to disqualification during the evaluation process.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) amount must be specified in the tender document. It ensures that the bidder is serious about their submission and will be forfeited if the bidder withdraws post-bid acceptance.

The performance security details, including the required amount and conditions, will be discussed upon the selection of winning bids and are part of the post-bid negotiation.

Payment terms are generally confirmed post evaluation and selection; bidders are advised to review the specifications and guidelines provided in the tender documents.

Bids will follow a two-packet evaluation process, assessing both technical and financial proposals, with a focus on total value wise evaluation to ensure quality alongside cost-effectiveness.

MSEs are granted special provisions regarding experience and turnover criteria, which allows them greater access and support in pursuing government contracts.

Startups can also claim similar exemptions as MSEs concerning experience or turnover based on documentation provided upon submission.

The notification of results will be made in accordance with the GeM platform’s guidelines, where bidders can also check their bid status after the evaluation process concludes.

Bidders should ensure compliance with applicable "Make in India" policies, particularly relating to local sourcing and manufacturing, as part of their operational and procurement strategies.