Tender Notice for Revolving Chair (V4),Office Chair (V3),Office Chair (V3),Revolving Chair (V4),Revolving Chair (V4), in LUCKNOW, UTTAR PRADESH

The eligibility requirements for participation include being a registered legal entity, possessing a minimum average annual turnover of ₹16 Lakhs over the last three years, and having a minimum of three years of relevant experience supplying similar products to government entities or PSUs.

Bidders must submit various documents, including compliance certificates, evidence of past performance, OEM authorization, and financial documentation showcasing the required turnover. If requesting exemption from experience or turnover criteria, appropriate supporting documents must be included.

Bidders must register through the GeM portal by creating an account and submitting the required documentation showing eligibility criteria, financial capacity, and compliance with technical specifications to be considered for the tender.

Documents for the tender submission must be uploaded in electronic formats specified within the GeM guidelines, typically including PDF and Excel formats for BOQ.

The technical specifications mandate that the Office Chair (V3) be a non-revolving, non-tilting model with armrests, constructed from stainless steel for robustness, and should comply with detailed material and design standards as specified in the bid documents.

Bidders are required to meet quality standards as per the specifications outlined in the tender document, which are compliant with GeM category standards for office furniture, ensuring durability and usability in a professional setting.

An EMD of ₹100,000 is required unless the bidder qualifies for exemptions under MSE or Startup categories. Valid supporting documents must be submitted along with the bid to avail of any exemptions.

Payment terms will be outlined in the contract agreement following successful bid evaluation and acceptance. Typically, payment is processed upon delivery and successful configuration or inspection of items.

Price evaluation is conducted based on the overall cost to the organization, prioritizing competitive pricing while ensuring compliance with technical specifications and supplier qualifications.

Timeline details for bid submission are specified in the tender document. Bidders should refer to these for the crucial dates regarding bid ending and opening to ensure timely participation.

Bidders will be officially notified of the results following the evaluation process via the GeM platform, ensuring transparency in selection and awarding.

MSEs can benefit from exemptions on turnover and experience criteria under the Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises, making it easier for eligible bidders to compete effectively.

Similar to MSEs, Startups are permitted exemptions from specific financial and experience criteria, provided that they meet the quality and technical requirements outlined in the tender guidelines.

Bidders are encouraged to comply with the Make in India initiative, which involves providing products with at least 50% local content. This helps support domestic manufacturing and boosts local economies.

The tender emphasizes the importance of sourcing materials locally as a means to support regional businesses, requiring bidders to provide documentation confirming the proportion of local content in their offerings to receive evaluation preference.