Invitation to Bid - Hiring of Special Purpose Mining or Earth Moving Machines (Shift Based) - As Per Buyer's Requiremen in Raigarh, CHHATTISGARH

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity, providing necessary certificates, and submitting additional documents as outlined in the tender documentation. Bidders must also comply with qualifications regarding experience and turnover unless seeking exemptions with supporting documentation.

Required certificates include those specified in the Additional Terms and Conditions (ATC). These may involve technical compliance documents, previous project certificates, and other documentation that validates the bidder's qualifications.

Interested bidders should ensure they are registered on the e-Procurement platform and possess all necessary certifications at the time of tender submission. Further registration details can often be found in the supplier registration guide on the relevant government procurement portal.

Submissions must be made in standard document formats such as PDF, JPG, or DOCX as specified in the tender documents. Electronic submissions through the designated procurement platform are generally preferred.

The tender outlines specific technical specifications for the mining or earthmoving machines. These generally include criteria related to performance, durability, and compliance with industry standards, all specified within the tender documents.

All machines submitted must adhere to established quality standards set forth in the tender guidelines, which typically align with industry norms and thus ensure reliability and safety in operations.

Bidders must comply with all compliance requirements noted in the tender documentation, including adherence to local procurement policies, environmental guidelines, and safety regulations.

The evaluation may require performance testing or quality checks on the machinery that match the performance metrics specified in the tender. Further details about the testing criteria are available in the main tender document.

An EMD of ₹5704 must accompany the bid submission. Bidders seeking EMD exemption must provide valid supporting documentation eligible under specified categories per government policy.

The performance security is set at 3% of the total evaluated bid value, which needs to be maintained for a duration of six months post-award of the contract to ensure compliance and performance of the contractor.

Payment terms will be specified in the awarded contract’s terms and conditions, typically involving milestone payments contingent on the delivery and operational readiness of the machinery supplied.

Price evaluations will be completed using a total value wise evaluation model, considering the complete cost of services and equipment provided by bidders, with the aim to identify the most economically advantageous offer while also taking into account service delivery timelines.

All submissions should follow the procedures outlined in the tender document, typically through the designated e-Procurement platform, ensuring all required upload steps are adhered to.

Key timelines for bid submission, opening, and validity are detailed in the tender documentation. Bidders must comply with these timelines to ensure consideration for the award.

The evaluation and selection process will involve formal assessments of all submissions based on document compliance, financial evaluations, and, if necessary, technical reviews. Bidders will be notified once selections are made.

The notification of results will typically be done post-evaluation, with results communicated directly through the procurement platform or via email, depending on the established communication protocols.

No specific benefits or exemptions for MSEs regarding experience and turnover requirements are available for this tender; however, standard participation policies apply as per government guidelines.

Similar to MSEs, there are no exemptions or specific provisions for startups concerning experience and turnover. All bidders must meet the set eligibility to participate effectively.

This tender follows Make in India policies by prioritizing local procurement, thereby encouraging domestic firms to be participants in government contracts and support local industry growth in equipment provision.