Government Tender Published for Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor Vehicles as per IS 7372,Lead Acid Storage Batteries for Motor in CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU

The eligibility requirements for participation include registration as a valid entity under local laws, possessing a minimum average annual turnover of ₹1 Lakh, at least 3 years of past experience in supplying lead-acid batteries, and submitting the required documentation, including OEM Authorization and performance proof.

Bidders must present various certificates including OEM Authorization, experience certificates, and documents proving the bidder's turnover consistent with the stated criteria, thereby fulfilling the technical and financial requirements for the tender.

To register for this tender, interested parties must complete the registration process via the GeM portal. This includes submitting necessary details and documentation that demonstrate compliance with eligibility and technical requirements as outlined in the tender.

All submitted documents must be in formats permissible by the GeM portal, typically including PDF and scanned images of original documents, ensuring clarity and authenticity as required for evaluation.

Bidders must meet the specifications outlined in the tender documents, particularly aligning with IS 7372 standards for lead-acid batteries. This includes performance ratings, durability requirements, and compliance with quality checks as specified in the bid.

Yes, bidders must comply with the IS 7372 quality standards relevant to lead-acid batteries designed for motor vehicles. Adherence to these standards is critical for acceptance of the bid.

Compliance requirements include submitting documents that verify eligibility, technical specifications as per standards, and financial documents attesting to the bidder's capacity to fulfill the order.

Details about the EMD requirements will be specified in the tender documentation. Bidders are typically required to submit an EMD to demonstrate commitment to the bidding process.

Bidders may be required to furnish a performance security as specified in the tender documentation, usually a percentage of the total contract value to ensure compliance with terms post-award.

Payment terms will be detailed in the tender document, outlining the structure and schedules for payment post-delivery and inspection acceptance of the batteries supplied.

The evaluation process for pricing will consider both technical qualifications and competitiveness of financial bids. Prices will be compared item-wise as per the guidelines laid out in the tender evaluation criteria.

Bids can be submitted electronically via the GeM portal, ensuring adherence to submission formats and deadlines as prescribed in the tender documentation.

The timeline for evaluation and notification of results will be detailed in the tender documentation. Bidders will be informed of outcomes as per prescribed communication protocols post-evaluation.

MSEs are eligible for certain benefits which may include exemptions from experience criteria and priority in tender evaluation, thereby promoting their participation in government contracts.

Startups may be offered incentives such as exemption from standard eligibility criteria, thus encouraging innovation and participation in government tenders.

This tender promotes Make in India initiatives by sourcing locally manufactured components, thereby enhancing domestic production capabilities and reducing dependency on imports.