Invitation to Bid - Asafoetida (Hing) as per IS 7807,Bay Leaf,Black Pepper,FPO - Cinnamon Stick (Daalchini)-IS:4811,Lar

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity and having a minimum of 2 years of past experience in supplying similar products. Additionally, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) are exempt from the experience criterion, allowing them to participate.

Bidders must provide certificates that demonstrate compliance with Indian Standards (IS) relevant to the products offered. Certificates relating to past performance, along with the requested compliance documentation, are essential for successful bidding.

Interested bidders must register on the GeM portal, completing the required profile details. The registration process includes uploading necessary documents and providing valid business information that aligns with eligibility criteria.

Documents must be submitted electronically and should be in PDF format, as mandated by the GeM portal guidelines. It’s important to ensure legibility and compliance with all the submission requirements stated in the tender.

The technical specifications follow the prescribed Indian Standards (IS) for each item. Bidders should carefully refer to the detailed specifications provided in the Bill of Quantities within the tender document.

Bids must meet the quality standards as per Indian Standards (IS) outlined in the tender documentation. Each product's compliance will be verified during the evaluation process to maintain the required quality for procurement.

Yes, bidders must comply with all documentation requirements specified in the tender document, including certificates of compliance and other supporting documents that reflect both technical and financial capabilities.

The EMD amount required is ₹26,499. This deposit must be submitted as part of the bidding requirement to ensure seriousness in participation.

Details regarding performance security are typically specified in the bidding conditions. Successful bidders may be required to submit a performance bond or security deposit as a guarantee for fulfilling contract obligations.

Payment terms will be specified in the contract after evaluation. Generally, payments may be made post-delivery and verification of the goods against the purchase order.

The bid evaluation will follow a total value-wise evaluation method, considering technical compliance, past performance (20%), and financial proposals. Bidders will be ranked based on their overall scores, leading to the selection of the successful bid.

MSEs are granted exemption from the years of experience requirement, which allows for greater participation in government tenders, promoting inclusiveness in the procurement process.

Unlike MSEs, startups do not receive exemptions for experience and turnover and must meet all eligibility criteria as specified in the tender documentation.

This tender emphasizes local procurement, promoting indigenous products and supporting local suppliers, which is in accordance with the 'Make in India' initiative aimed at enhancing domestic manufacturing and reducing reliance on imports.

Bidders will be notified of results through the GeM portal after the completion of the evaluation process, where details of the winners and their bids will be published as per the timelines declared in the tender.