Government Tender Published for Network Attached Storage System (NAS) 1.2 petabyte or more in CHITTOOR, ANDHRA PRADESH

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with at least three years of prior experience in providing similar NAS systems. MSE and start-up organizations can apply for exemptions from experience criteria, provided they meet quality standards.

Bidders need to have the following certificates to participate in the tender: Experience Criteria, Past Performance documentation, and an OEM Authorization Certificate. These documents must be uploaded for evaluation.

Bidders must register on the government e-marketplace (GeM) platform, ensuring their profiles are complete and up-to-date. Registration details and submission links will be provided in the main document.

All required documents must be submitted electronically through the GeM portal. Accepted formats typically include PDF, DOCX, and other standard office document formats. Bidders should refer to the tender documents for specific requirements.

The technical specifications mandate that the NAS system must have a minimum storage capacity of 1.2 petabytes and include features such as high-speed data transfer, data redundancy, and security protocols. Detailed specifications will be outlined in the tender documents.

Bidders must adhere to internationally recognized quality standards in manufacturing and delivering the NAS system. Quality compliance will be a key consideration during the evaluation process.

Yes, compliance with specified technical and quality standards is necessary to ensure successful participation in the bid. Bidders are encouraged to review the technical requirements in depth.

The EMD is not required for this tender. Bidders are still required to submit a performance guarantee amounting to 3% of the total bid value, which will be valid for 38 months.

A performance security of 3% of the total bid amount is mandatory and must be submitted for a duration of 38 months. This security will safeguard against non-fulfillment of the contract terms.

Payment terms will be as per the project milestones outlined in the contract. Successful bidders are advised to familiarize themselves with payment conditions specified in the main document.

Price evaluations will consider the total cost associated with fulfilling the requirements of the tender. Bidder pricing will be compared against technical compliance to determine the most favorable option.

Bids must be submitted electronically via the GeM portal. Detailed instructions regarding submission formats and deadlines are included in the tender documentation.

While specific dates cannot be mentioned, bidders must keep track of submission deadlines and key evaluation phases as detailed in the tender documents.

The evaluation will be conducted following a total value based assessment. Bidders must meet all technical requirements and will be scored based on their past performance history.

Results of the tender will be communicated to bidders via the GeM portal. Notification times and methods will be specified in the evaluation section of the main documents.

MSEs are exempt from meeting the experience criteria and turnover requirements if they can demonstrate quality compliance. This aims to encourage their participation in government tenders.

Start-ups are similarly exempted from experience and turnover requirements, provided they meet the necessary quality and technical standards outlined by the Department of Space. This provision facilitates innovation and encourages new businesses to apply.

The tender promotes local manufacturing and procurement principles, aligning with the 'Make in India' initiative. Bidders are encouraged to source locally, thus boosting domestic industry and innovation.